Bunka Japanese kitchen knife Motokyuuichi MQ-1114 18cm You may also use this

You may also use this 32 cm diameter

which is covered in layers of stainless steel

VG-10 and VG-2 are laminated together

A 12-cm-bladed petty knife from the Seki Kanetsugu Miyabi Isshin collection

Aogami 2 steel with an iron damascus coating makes up the 21-cm blade

Bunka Japanese kitchen knife Motokyuuichi MQ-1114 18cm You may also use thisIf you're new to Japanese kitchen knives, the Motokyuuichi bunka knife is a good choice. The iconic oval Wa handle is fashioned from chestnut wood. The Motokyuuichi blade is manufactured of Shirogami 2 White Paper carbon steel with iron sheaths with a unique finish. These sheaths protect the blade's exceptionally strong core. It is advised to wash your hands, use hardwood or professional cutting boards, and sharpen with water stones.