Kitchen knife - Iron, Steel, Wood - Japan - 伝統的和柳刃包丁(炭次郎/也田水田國重/土佐清流）

銘入り ヴィンテージ 伝統的和柳刃包丁(炭次郎作/也田 水田國重/土佐清流作)
Vintage Traditional Japanese Yanagiba Knife Set – Signed Blades (3 Pieces)

This distinguished set consists of three vintage Japanese Yanagiba knives, each bearing a maker’s signature and reflecting traditional regional craftsmanship from Japan.

Yanagiba knives are long, slender blades traditionally used for slicing sashimi and other delicate seafood. Their extended blade length allows for smooth, uninterrupted cuts that help preserve the texture and appearance of the ingredients.

Knife Details:

Left: Tanjirō saku (炭次郎作)

Center: Narita – Mizuta Kunishige (也田 水田國重)

Handle branded with “Narita Registered Mizuta Kunishige”

Right: Tosa Seiryū saku (土佐清流作)

Handle label: “Highest Grade Hand-Forged Blade – Registered Trademark”

Instruction label on the reverse side of the handle

Approximate Dimensions (measured from the image):

Blade length: approx. 300 mm / 270 mm / 240 mm

Overall length: approx. 450 mm / 410 mm / 380 mm

Traditional single-bevel Japanese knife profiles

Condition:

All knives are offered in authentic vintage condition and show clear signs of age and long-term use, including:

Rust, patina, and discoloration

Stains and surface scratches

Chips, edge wear, and small missing sections at the blade edge and tip

Loose or misaligned ferrules

Cracks, chips, and wear to the wooden handles

No cleaning, sharpening, or restoration has been carried out.
These knives are sold strictly as-is.

Important Notice:

Please bid only if you fully understand and accept the condition described above.
This set is recommended for collectors, professional chefs, or experienced enthusiasts who are capable of cleaning, sharpening, and repairing traditional Japanese knives by themselves.

A rare opportunity to acquire genuine, signed vintage Yanagiba knives with history, character, and authentic Japanese craftsmanship.

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● no combined shipping
this lot cannot be combined with other items.
even if you purchase multiple items from the same seller in this auction, each item will be shipped separately.

● shipping method and delivery time
this item will be shipped exclusively via japan post and carefully packaged.
estimated delivery time is approximately 3?4 weeks, depending on the destination country and customs procedures.
delivery times are estimates only and are not guaranteed.

● customs, import duties, and taxes
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the seller will not undervalue items or mark them as gifts under any circumstances.

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