Working tool (12) - 12-piece Nomi set

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Vintage Japanese 12-piece Nomi chisel set with steel blades and wooden handles, originating from Japan and dated 1930s–1960s, in fair condition with heavy use and possibly missing parts.

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Vintage Japanese Woodworking Chisel Set – 12 Assorted Bench Chisels with Wooden Handles – Antique Carpenter’s Tools – Total Weight 1804g

Item Description

This vintage set consists of 12 traditional woodworking chisels from Japan, showcasing a variety of blade widths and sizes suitable for woodworking, carpentry, restoration projects, tool collections, or workshop display.

The chisels feature aged steel blades and wooden handles with an attractive patina developed through years of use. The set includes a range of profiles and widths, making it a practical and visually appealing collection for craftsmen, collectors, and enthusiasts of traditional Japanese tools.

As vintage tools, all pieces show signs of age, wear, oxidation, scratches, and usage consistent with their history. Please carefully examine the photographs as they form part of the description and condition report.

Size

Length: Approximately 16.5 cm – 26.5 cm each

Blade Width: Approximately 0.3 cm – 4.6 cm

Depth (Handle/Base Diameter): Approximately 1.9 cm – 3.4 cm

Weight

Total Weight: 1804 g

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Shipping Information

The item will be shipped from Japan via Japan Post with a tracking number.
Due to the current international situation, shipping may occasionally be arranged via DHL.
The tracking number will be provided before the shipment is dispatched.
Estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks depending on the destination country.
Please note that delivery times may vary due to customs procedures or postal conditions in the destination country.
Import duties, VAT, and any customs taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.
The item will be carefully packed to ensure safe delivery.
Recycled cardboard boxes or packing materials may be used for packaging.

Please note that this is a relatively heavy set. While every effort will be made to ensure safe transportation, the item will be shipped with simple protective packaging. Your understanding and acceptance of this condition are greatly appreciated.

Seller's Story

At Yu Design, we curate not only fine art and traditional crafts, but a wide range of items that reflect the living spirit of Japanese culture. From tea ceremony utensils and cast iron works to ceramics, dolls and vintage toys, each piece is carefully selected as a fragment of Japan’s diverse cultural landscape. Yu Design is not just about selling objects. It is about sharing the stories, history, and cultural background behind them — introducing Japan itself to the world. Yu Design is owned and curated by Yuki Kuwahara, based in Japan. She also runs a YouTube channel introducing Japanese history, with a particular focus on figures from the late Edo and early Meiji periods, reflecting her deep interest in Japan’s cultural and historical heritage. All items are carefully inspected and securely shipped worldwide via Japan Post EMS. Clear communication and professional packaging are always a priority.

Vintage Japanese Woodworking Chisel Set – 12 Assorted Bench Chisels with Wooden Handles – Antique Carpenter’s Tools – Total Weight 1804g

Item Description

This vintage set consists of 12 traditional woodworking chisels from Japan, showcasing a variety of blade widths and sizes suitable for woodworking, carpentry, restoration projects, tool collections, or workshop display.

The chisels feature aged steel blades and wooden handles with an attractive patina developed through years of use. The set includes a range of profiles and widths, making it a practical and visually appealing collection for craftsmen, collectors, and enthusiasts of traditional Japanese tools.

As vintage tools, all pieces show signs of age, wear, oxidation, scratches, and usage consistent with their history. Please carefully examine the photographs as they form part of the description and condition report.

Size

Length: Approximately 16.5 cm – 26.5 cm each

Blade Width: Approximately 0.3 cm – 4.6 cm

Depth (Handle/Base Diameter): Approximately 1.9 cm – 3.4 cm

Weight

Total Weight: 1804 g

Artist Profile
Shipping Information

The item will be shipped from Japan via Japan Post with a tracking number.
Due to the current international situation, shipping may occasionally be arranged via DHL.
The tracking number will be provided before the shipment is dispatched.
Estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks depending on the destination country.
Please note that delivery times may vary due to customs procedures or postal conditions in the destination country.
Import duties, VAT, and any customs taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.
The item will be carefully packed to ensure safe delivery.
Recycled cardboard boxes or packing materials may be used for packaging.

Please note that this is a relatively heavy set. While every effort will be made to ensure safe transportation, the item will be shipped with simple protective packaging. Your understanding and acceptance of this condition are greatly appreciated.

Seller's Story

At Yu Design, we curate not only fine art and traditional crafts, but a wide range of items that reflect the living spirit of Japanese culture. From tea ceremony utensils and cast iron works to ceramics, dolls and vintage toys, each piece is carefully selected as a fragment of Japan’s diverse cultural landscape. Yu Design is not just about selling objects. It is about sharing the stories, history, and cultural background behind them — introducing Japan itself to the world. Yu Design is owned and curated by Yuki Kuwahara, based in Japan. She also runs a YouTube channel introducing Japanese history, with a particular focus on figures from the late Edo and early Meiji periods, reflecting her deep interest in Japan’s cultural and historical heritage. All items are carefully inspected and securely shipped worldwide via Japan Post EMS. Clear communication and professional packaging are always a priority.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
12
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Steel, Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
26.5 cm
Width
4.6 cm
Depth
3.4 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940, 1940-1950, 1950-1960, 1960-1970
Title additional information
12-piece Nomi set
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Objects sold
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