Kitchen knife - Steel, Wood - Japan - 伝統的和本職用薄刃・出刃包丁 正義/正義

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Vintage Japanese Usuba & Deba Knife Set with Professional Wooden Sayas – Sakura Mark Masayoshi (サクラ印 正義) / Kashiwagi (柏木)

A very attractive set of two vintage Japanese kitchen knives, consisting of a traditional Usuba vegetable knife and Deba fish knife, accompanied by their fitted professional-style wooden blade covers (saya).

Both knives bear the maker's inscription "Sakura Mark Masayoshi" (サクラ印 正義) and are also marked "Kashiwagi" (柏木).

The inclusion of individual fitted wooden sayas makes this set particularly appealing. Wooden blade covers have traditionally been used for the safe storage and transportation of Japanese kitchen knives, especially in professional culinary environments.

1. Usuba – Sakura Mark Masayoshi / Kashiwagi

The Usuba features the characteristic tall, rectangular blade associated with traditional Japanese vegetable preparation.

Its broad blade and straight cutting profile are designed for precise vegetable work and are representative of the specialized knife forms developed within Japanese cuisine.

Approximate dimensions:

Overall length: 31.5 cm
Blade length: 17.5 cm
Includes fitted wooden saya
2. Deba – Sakura Mark Masayoshi / Kashiwagi

The smaller Deba has the robust blade profile traditionally used in Japanese kitchens for preparing and breaking down fish.

Despite its compact dimensions, it retains the substantial blade geometry characteristic of the Deba form and complements the Usuba very well as a traditional Japanese kitchen knife set.

Approximate dimensions:

Overall length: 24 cm
Blade length: 12 cm
Includes fitted wooden saya
Inscriptions / Markings

Both knives are marked:

サクラ印 正義 – "Sakura Mark Masayoshi"

and

柏木 – "Kashiwagi"

The combination of traditional Japanese knife forms, identifiable markings, wooden handles, and fitted wooden sayas gives the set considerable character and makes it interesting both as functional vintage cutlery and as a collectible example of Japanese kitchen knife culture.

Condition – Please Read Carefully

These are used vintage Japanese knives and show age-related and use-related wear.

Condition includes:

Dirt and staining from age and use
Rust / oxidation
Scratches and surface wear
Edge chipping
Dirt and scratches around the ferrules
Dirt and wear to the wooden handles
Other general signs of age and previous use

The knives are offered in their present vintage condition and have not been professionally cleaned, polished, or sharpened for sale.

The wooden sayas may also show natural marks and signs of storage or age.

Please carefully inspect all photographs, as they form an important part of the condition description.

This set is recommended only for buyers who understand the nature of vintage Japanese knives and are capable of carrying out their own cleaning and sharpening.

With two traditional blade types, matching maker markings, and individual professional-style wooden sayas, this is an appealing vintage Japanese knife set for collectors, Japanese knife enthusiasts, or experienced users interested in maintaining and restoring traditional Japanese cutlery.
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● condition of the item
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please also understand that some defects or imperfections may not be visible in photographs. hidden or non-visible flaws may exist.
in addition, the condition of the item may change during transport due to vibration, impact, temperature, humidity, or handling.
therefore, items are sold strictly for buyers who have knowledge and ability to perform cleaning, sharpening, restoration, or repair if necessary. this lot is not suitable for buyers expecting fully restored or ready-to-use items without maintenance.
all measurements are approximate.

● important notice regarding traditional japanese knife handles
traditional japanese kitchen knives (wa-bocho) use replaceable wooden handles. handles are consumable parts and may require repair or replacement due to age, drying, shrinkage, cracking, looseness, or transport stress. replacement parts are not included.

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