Carving set - Boxed sets included

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Large lot of Japanese wood carving chisels with boxed sets, dating to 1960–1970 and 1970–1980, made with wood handles and steel blades, in good condition with small signs of aging.

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Large Lot of Japanese Wood Carving Chisels with Boxed Sets

Item Description

Large collection of Japanese wood carving chisels and carving knives, featuring a wide variety of blade profiles and sizes. The lot includes numerous individual carving tools together with several original boxed carving tool sets, making it suitable for collectors, craftsmen, and woodworking enthusiasts.

Various Japanese makers are represented, with many handles bearing Japanese inscriptions or maker marks. The assortment includes different carving profiles designed for wood carving, relief carving, sculpture, printmaking, and other detailed woodworking applications.

The tools show signs of age, storage, and previous use consistent with workshop equipment. The original boxes also display wear from age and handling.

Please carefully examine all photographs, as they form an integral part of the description and condition assessment. Sold as a complete lot as shown.

Size
Various sizes.



Artist / Maker Profile
Various Japanese makers. Please refer to the photographs for maker marks, inscriptions, and details.

Shipping Information
Items will be shipped from Japan via Japan Post with a tracking number.
Due to the current international situation, shipments may occasionally be sent via DHL instead. In such cases, a tracking number will be provided before dispatch.
Estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, depending on the destination country. Please note that delivery times may vary due to customs clearance procedures and local postal conditions.
Any import duties, VAT, customs taxes, or handling fees imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer.
All items will be carefully packed to ensure safe delivery. Recycled cardboard boxes and reused packing materials may be used whenever possible.
Please also note that, depending on the item, lightweight packaging may be used to help reduce shipping costs when secure shipment can still be ensured. We appreciate your understanding in this regard.
Due to the current suspension of Japan Post services to Cyprus as a result of disruptions affecting international mail services in the Middle East region, shipments to Cyprus can currently be sent only via DHL.
Therefore, the shipping cost for deliveries to Cyprus has been set at €100.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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.

Large Lot of Japanese Wood Carving Chisels with Boxed Sets

Item Description

Large collection of Japanese wood carving chisels and carving knives, featuring a wide variety of blade profiles and sizes. The lot includes numerous individual carving tools together with several original boxed carving tool sets, making it suitable for collectors, craftsmen, and woodworking enthusiasts.

Various Japanese makers are represented, with many handles bearing Japanese inscriptions or maker marks. The assortment includes different carving profiles designed for wood carving, relief carving, sculpture, printmaking, and other detailed woodworking applications.

The tools show signs of age, storage, and previous use consistent with workshop equipment. The original boxes also display wear from age and handling.

Please carefully examine all photographs, as they form an integral part of the description and condition assessment. Sold as a complete lot as shown.

Size
Various sizes.



Artist / Maker Profile
Various Japanese makers. Please refer to the photographs for maker marks, inscriptions, and details.

Shipping Information
Items will be shipped from Japan via Japan Post with a tracking number.
Due to the current international situation, shipments may occasionally be sent via DHL instead. In such cases, a tracking number will be provided before dispatch.
Estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, depending on the destination country. Please note that delivery times may vary due to customs clearance procedures and local postal conditions.
Any import duties, VAT, customs taxes, or handling fees imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer.
All items will be carefully packed to ensure safe delivery. Recycled cardboard boxes and reused packing materials may be used whenever possible.
Please also note that, depending on the item, lightweight packaging may be used to help reduce shipping costs when secure shipment can still be ensured. We appreciate your understanding in this regard.
Due to the current suspension of Japan Post services to Cyprus as a result of disruptions affecting international mail services in the Middle East region, shipments to Cyprus can currently be sent only via DHL.
Therefore, the shipping cost for deliveries to Cyprus has been set at €100.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Steel, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
14 cm
Width
1.5 cm
Depth
1.5 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970, 1970-1980
Title additional information
Boxed sets included
Sold by
JapanVerified
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Objects sold
100%
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