Kitchen knife - Steel, Wood - Japan - Restoration
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Description from the seller
Title
Vintage Japanese Kitchen Knives Set of 4 – Signed Blades
Additional Information (Optional)
Restoration
Item Description
A set of four vintage Japanese kitchen knives, all featuring engraved Japanese maker’s marks/signatures on the blades.
The set includes knives of different sizes and blade profiles, making it an interesting collection of traditional Japanese cutlery. Each knife has a wooden handle and shows the individual character acquired through many years of use.
These are vintage items in unrestored condition. The blades show age-related oxidation, rust, patina, scratches, staining, sharpening marks, and general wear. The handles and fittings also show signs of age and use.
This set is particularly recommended for collectors and enthusiasts who enjoy sharpening, polishing, rust removal, handle care, and restoring traditional Japanese knives. They are being sold primarily as a maintenance/restoration project rather than as ready-to-use kitchen knives.
Please carefully examine all photographs for the condition of each blade, cutting edge, tip, handle, and fitting.
Sold as a set of four.
Size
Overall length: approx. 21.5–30.3 cm
Blade width: approx. 3.7–5.0 cm
Spine thickness: approx. 0.3–0.6 cm
Measurements are approximate; please allow for slight variations.
Weight
Artist / Maker Profile
All four knives bear engraved Japanese maker’s marks/signatures.
The exact makers have not been definitively identified.
Shipping Information
Ships from Japan with a tracking number.
YuDesign normally uses Japan Post for shipping; however, depending on the destination country and international postal conditions, Japan Post, Japan Post UGX, DHL, or Yamato Transport (UPS) may be used.
Since July 24, 2026, Japan Post has temporarily suspended acceptance of some IOSS shipments, so alternative delivery services such as Japan Post UGX or Yamato Transport (UPS) may be used when necessary.
Therefore, shipping charges to some countries may be set slightly higher than usual in order to maintain reliable delivery. Thank you for your understanding.
The usual estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, although this may vary depending on customs clearance and local delivery conditions.
Any import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, or other charges incurred are the responsibility of the buyer.
The item will be carefully packed to ensure safe delivery. For environmental reasons, recycled cardboard boxes and reused packing materials may be used.
When safety can be ensured, lightweight packaging may also be used to help reduce shipping costs.
Due to the impact on international postal services in the Middle East, Japan Post shipments to Cyprus are currently suspended. In addition, Yamato Transport cannot accept knives for shipment to Cyprus. Therefore, this set can only be shipped to Cyprus via DHL. As a result, shipping costs to Cyprus are set higher than for many other destinations. We appreciate your understanding.
Please refer to the shipping rate table for each country.
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.
Title
Vintage Japanese Kitchen Knives Set of 4 – Signed Blades
Additional Information (Optional)
Restoration
Item Description
A set of four vintage Japanese kitchen knives, all featuring engraved Japanese maker’s marks/signatures on the blades.
The set includes knives of different sizes and blade profiles, making it an interesting collection of traditional Japanese cutlery. Each knife has a wooden handle and shows the individual character acquired through many years of use.
These are vintage items in unrestored condition. The blades show age-related oxidation, rust, patina, scratches, staining, sharpening marks, and general wear. The handles and fittings also show signs of age and use.
This set is particularly recommended for collectors and enthusiasts who enjoy sharpening, polishing, rust removal, handle care, and restoring traditional Japanese knives. They are being sold primarily as a maintenance/restoration project rather than as ready-to-use kitchen knives.
Please carefully examine all photographs for the condition of each blade, cutting edge, tip, handle, and fitting.
Sold as a set of four.
Size
Overall length: approx. 21.5–30.3 cm
Blade width: approx. 3.7–5.0 cm
Spine thickness: approx. 0.3–0.6 cm
Measurements are approximate; please allow for slight variations.
Weight
Artist / Maker Profile
All four knives bear engraved Japanese maker’s marks/signatures.
The exact makers have not been definitively identified.
Shipping Information
Ships from Japan with a tracking number.
YuDesign normally uses Japan Post for shipping; however, depending on the destination country and international postal conditions, Japan Post, Japan Post UGX, DHL, or Yamato Transport (UPS) may be used.
Since July 24, 2026, Japan Post has temporarily suspended acceptance of some IOSS shipments, so alternative delivery services such as Japan Post UGX or Yamato Transport (UPS) may be used when necessary.
Therefore, shipping charges to some countries may be set slightly higher than usual in order to maintain reliable delivery. Thank you for your understanding.
The usual estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, although this may vary depending on customs clearance and local delivery conditions.
Any import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, or other charges incurred are the responsibility of the buyer.
The item will be carefully packed to ensure safe delivery. For environmental reasons, recycled cardboard boxes and reused packing materials may be used.
When safety can be ensured, lightweight packaging may also be used to help reduce shipping costs.
Due to the impact on international postal services in the Middle East, Japan Post shipments to Cyprus are currently suspended. In addition, Yamato Transport cannot accept knives for shipment to Cyprus. Therefore, this set can only be shipped to Cyprus via DHL. As a result, shipping costs to Cyprus are set higher than for many other destinations. We appreciate your understanding.
Please refer to the shipping rate table for each country.
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
Weight
727 g
Title additional information
Restoration
No. of items
4
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Steel, Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
30.3 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
0.6 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970, 1970-1980, 1980-1990
