Shibata Koutetsu
Shibata Koutetsu R2/SG2 Migaki Bunka 180mm
柴田光鉄 R2 磨き 文化 180mm
SG2 / R2 Bunka $150 - $300 ✓ Authentic Japanese
Blade Length 180mm
Handle Japanese (Wa)
Finish Migaki (Polished)
Steel SG2 / R2
Grind double bevel
Maker Takayuki Shibata
Region Echizen
About This Knife
Takayuki Shibata's flagship bunka. Ground impossibly thin with a polished (migaki) finish, this SG2 laser slices through produce with minimal resistance. A cult favorite among enthusiasts for its performance to weight ratio.
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Community Notes
"YouTube knife reviewers consistently highlight Shibata Koutetsu knives as among the thinnest production grinds available. Multiple channels praise the extreme laser geometry behind the edge, noting these cut with minimal wedging but require careful technique. The R2/SG2 steel and migaki finish combination is frequently called a sweet spot for high performance stainless."
