The Ryuhyo bunka from Hatsukokoro — the house brand of an Amagasaki, Hyogo wholesaler that partners with some of Japan's most experienced blacksmiths. An SG2 stainless core is dressed in a damascus pattern with a gold-toned coating; the bunka profile is an all-purpose shape with an angular tip for detail work.

• Steel: SG2 stainless (core)
• Blade length: 180 mm
• Finish: damascus with gold coating
• Edge: double bevel
• Brand: Hatsukokoro