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Vintage Japanese Yanagiba and Nakiri knife set - Morikatsu Betteuchi and Bishokuka Gourmet - 2 traditional Japanese kitchen knives

Offered here is an attractive set of two vintage Japanese kitchen knives, consisting of a slender Yanagiba knife inscribed "登録守勝別打" and a traditional Nakiri vegetable knife bearing the inscription "美食家".

Both knives feature traditional Japanese-style wooden handles and distinctive markings. The contrast between the elegant, elongated Yanagiba blade and the broad, rectangular Nakiri blade makes this a particularly interesting pairing for collectors of Japanese culinary tools.

These are authentic vintage, pre-owned Japanese kitchen knives showing visible evidence of age, use, and storage. They are offered as collectible and restoration items rather than fully restored, ready-to-use kitchen utensils.

1. Yanagiba knife - Registered Morikatsu Betteuchi

The knife on the left is a traditional Japanese Yanagiba-style knife, distinguished by its long, narrow blade and pointed tip.

The blade bears the Japanese inscription "登録守勝別打", which may be read as "Registered Morikatsu Betteuchi".

The term "Betteuchi" is a traditional designation suggesting a specially made or separately produced blade. This is an interpretation of the inscription rather than an independently verified manufacturing claim.

The wooden handle bears a branded marking reading "堺登録商標 特製" (Sakai Registered Trademark - Specially Made).

The knife is fitted with a metallic ferrule, giving it a distinctive appearance compared with the more common dark ferrules seen on many Japanese kitchen knives.

The elongated blade profile is characteristic of traditional Yanagiba knives, which have historically been associated with slicing fish and preparing sashimi.

The combination of the blade inscription, handle branding, and metal ferrule contributes to its appeal as a vintage Japanese kitchen knife.

Approximate dimensions:
- Overall length: 34 cm
- Blade length: 20 cm
- Maximum blade width: 2.7 cm

2. Nakiri knife - Bishokuka Gourmet

The knife on the right is a traditional Japanese Nakiri-style vegetable knife, featuring a broad, nearly rectangular blade and a relatively straight cutting edge.

The blade bears the Japanese inscription "美食家" (Bishokuka), meaning "Gourmet" or "Connoisseur of Fine Food".

The wooden handle retains an old label reading "美食家 グルメ" (Bishokuka Gourmet).

The matching blade inscription and surviving handle label are appealing features for collectors who appreciate vintage Japanese kitchen knives with recognizable markings and period-style presentation.

The knife has a broad blade with a gently rounded upper front corner, characteristic of the traditional Nakiri form.

Its dark ferrule and wooden handle complement the simple, functional design of this classic Japanese kitchen knife.

Approximate dimensions:
- Overall length: 30 cm
- Blade length: 17 cm
- Maximum blade width: 5 cm

Condition and restoration requirements

Both knives are vintage, pre-owned items showing noticeable signs of age, previous use, and long-term storage.

Their condition includes:
- Rust, oxidation, and surface discoloration
- Dirt, stains, and general age-related wear
- Scratches, rubbing marks, and surface abrasions
- Chipping and wear around the blade tips
- Chips, irregularities, and wear along the cutting edges
- Dirt, scratches, wear, and misalignment around the ferrules
- Dirt, scratches, wear, and other age-related deterioration on the wooden handles
- Age-related wear and deterioration of the old handle markings and label

The condition of the metal ferrule on the Yanagiba and the dark ferrule on the Nakiri should be carefully examined in the photographs.

These knives have not been presented as professionally restored or ready for immediate kitchen use.

Cleaning, sharpening, repair, restoration, and possibly adjustment, reattachment, or replacement of the wooden handles may be required.

Please understand that additional defects, hidden damage, or deterioration not visible in the photographs may exist.

The precise steel composition, manufacturing dates, and historical provenance have not been independently verified.

All dimensions are approximate estimates based on the photographs.

Please examine all photographs carefully, particularly the blade tips, cutting edges, inscriptions, ferrules, wooden handles, and remaining label.

These two knives offer an interesting opportunity to acquire contrasting examples of traditional Japanese culinary tools, each retaining distinctive markings and the character of age.

They are particularly suitable for knowledgeable collectors, experienced restorers, and enthusiasts who appreciate the preservation of vintage Japanese kitchen knives.

Important: Bidding is strictly limited to buyers who personally possess the necessary knowledge, experience, practical skills, and ability to perform cleaning, sharpening, repair, and restoration themselves.

Buyers who cannot carry out such work independently should refrain from bidding.

Important notice - Please read before bidding

No shipping to Denmark, the United Kingdom, or the United States (USA).

Bidding and payment

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Condition of the item

All items are vintage, antique, or pre-owned unless stated otherwise. Signs of age, wear, scratches, stains, rust, oxidation, patina, repairs, sharpening marks, and other imperfections should be expected.

Please carefully examine all photographs before bidding. Photographs form an essential part of the item description.

Please understand that some defects, deterioration, or imperfections may not be visible in photographs. Hidden or non-visible flaws may exist.

Furthermore, the condition of vintage items may change during international transportation due to vibration, impact, temperature fluctuations, humidity, or handling.

Important: Bidding is strictly limited to buyers who possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and practical ability to personally perform repair, restoration, sharpening, and cleaning as required.

Buyers must be capable of carrying out such maintenance and restoration themselves. These items are not intended for buyers who expect fully restored, maintenance-free, or immediately ready-to-use products.

Please do not bid unless you fully understand and accept these conditions.

All measurements are approximate.

Important notice regarding traditional Japanese knife handles

Traditional Japanese kitchen knives (wa-bocho) generally use replaceable wooden handles.

Wooden handles are consumable components and may experience drying, shrinkage, cracking, looseness, deterioration, or detachment due to age, storage conditions, or stress during international transportation.

Even if a handle is firmly attached before shipment, its condition may change during transit.

Buyers must understand that wooden handles may require reattachment, adjustment, repair, or complete replacement.

Bidding is limited to buyers who understand these characteristics and have the knowledge and practical ability to perform necessary handle repairs or replacements themselves.

Replacement handles and repair materials are not included unless specifically stated.

Shipping restrictions - Knives

Due to applicable knife shipping and delivery restrictions, we do not ship knives to the United Kingdom or Denmark.

Shipments to other countries may also be restricted depending on local laws, customs regulations, or available postal services.

Orders to destinations where lawful and compliant delivery cannot be arranged may need to be cancelled in accordance with Catawiki policy.

International shipping and customs

Import regulations for kitchen knives vary by country.

Buyers are responsible for checking whether the items can legally be imported into their country before bidding.

The seller ships from Japan with accurate customs declarations.

Customs delays, inspections, import taxes, and clearance requirements are outside the seller's direct control.

Buyers must cooperate with the relevant customs authorities and shipping carriers when required.

Countries we do not ship to

We do not ship to the United States at this time due to ongoing international shipping restrictions and related logistical difficulties.

Shipping to the United States remains temporarily suspended.

Orders from destinations where shipping is restricted may need to be cancelled in accordance with Catawiki policy.

International situation and shipping limitations

Due to global conditions, sanctions, transportation restrictions, changes in customs regulations, or postal service disruptions, shipping to certain countries may become impossible.

If shipment cannot be arranged legally or through an available shipping service, the order may need to be cancelled in accordance with Catawiki policy.

Important notice for Italy

Delivery to Italy may take one month or longer due to customs procedures and postal delays.

Please place a bid only if you understand and accept the possibility of extended delivery times.

No combined shipping

Each item will normally be shipped separately, even if multiple items are purchased.

Please contact us before bidding if you wish to discuss any special shipping arrangements. Combined shipping is not guaranteed.

Shipping method and delivery time

All kitchen knives are shipped from Japan via Japan Post or DHL.

Estimated delivery time is approximately 3-4 weeks, depending on the destination, customs procedures, and local delivery conditions.

Delivery times are estimates only and are not guaranteed.

Import duties and taxes (EU buyers)

Import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, and other applicable charges may be imposed depending on the destination country and the applicable tax collection arrangements.

Any amounts not collected at checkout may be payable by the buyer upon importation.

Buyers are responsible for checking and complying with the applicable import requirements.

Customs contact and buyer responsibility

Buyers must respond promptly to requests from customs authorities, postal operators, or shipping carriers.

Failure to provide necessary documents, complete customs procedures, or pay applicable import charges may result in delays, return, confiscation, or disposal of the parcel.

Buyers are expected to cooperate fully with customs clearance procedures.

Returned parcels

If a parcel is returned because the buyer refuses delivery, fails to complete customs clearance, does not respond to customs requests, or fails to pay applicable import charges, any request for reshipment will be considered individually.

Reshipment may require payment of additional shipping and handling costs, including costs arising from the original return.

Any refund, cancellation, or reshipment will be handled in accordance with Catawiki policy and applicable law.

Force majeure

The seller cannot control delays or disruptions caused by war, sanctions, natural disasters, postal suspensions, customs restrictions, or other circumstances beyond reasonable control.

Such situations will be handled in accordance with Catawiki policy and applicable law.

Important agreement - Acceptance of all listing conditions

By placing a bid, you confirm that you have carefully read, fully understood, and accepted the entire item description, all photographs, condition disclosures, shipping restrictions, and every important notice stated in this listing, subject to applicable Catawiki policies and mandatory consumer protection laws.

You also confirm that you understand the nature of vintage and antique items, including the possibility of age-related deterioration, non-visible defects, and the need for cleaning, sharpening, restoration, or repair.

You further confirm that you possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and practical ability to perform such maintenance or restoration yourself when required.

For traditional Japanese knives, this includes understanding that wooden handles are replaceable consumable parts and may require adjustment, reattachment, repair, or replacement.

Please do not place a bid if you do not fully understand or accept these conditions.

These conditions apply subject to Catawiki's applicable policies and any mandatory consumer protection laws.