キッチンナイフ - Steel, Wood - Japan - 伝統的和舟行・柳刃包丁 ㋖/銘不明

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Vintage Japanese Funayuki & Yanagiba Kitchen Knife Set – “㋖” Mark / Unidentified Maker – 2 Traditional Japanese Knives

A characterful set of two vintage Japanese traditional kitchen knives, consisting of a versatile Funayuki knife and a long, slender Yanagiba sashimi knife.

The Funayuki on the left retains a distinctive “㋖” maker's mark, while the original inscription on the Yanagiba can no longer be identified due to extensive sharpening and wear accumulated through years of use.

Rather than restored display pieces, these are authentic older working knives that retain visible traces of their history. The oxidation, sharpening wear, scratches and aged wooden handles give them the unmistakable character of vintage Japanese culinary tools.

An interesting pair for collectors, restorers and experienced Japanese knife enthusiasts who appreciate traditional blades in original, unrestored condition.

1. Funayuki Knife – Marked “㋖”

The knife on the left is a traditional Japanese Funayuki.

Its blade is marked with the distinctive symbol:

㋖

The exact maker represented by this mark has not been identified, so it is presented as shown without speculative attribution.

The Funayuki is an interesting traditional Japanese knife form, generally characterized by a more versatile and comparatively lighter profile than a heavy Deba. This example has a broad heel area combined with a blade that curves and narrows toward its pointed tip, giving it a particularly attractive traditional silhouette.

The blade retains extensive traces of previous use, including oxidation, patina, scratches and sharpening wear.

Approximate dimensions:

Overall length: 33 cm
Blade length: 18 cm
Handle length: approximately 14.5 cm
Maximum blade height: approximately 4.5 cm

Fitted with a traditional wooden Japanese handle and metal ferrule.

2. Yanagiba Knife – Maker's Inscription Worn / Unidentified

The knife on the right is a traditional Yanagiba, characterized by its long, narrow blade and pointed profile.

The blade appears to have undergone considerable sharpening and wear over its working life, and the original maker's inscription is no longer clearly identifiable.

Rather than attempting an uncertain attribution, it is therefore offered as an unidentified vintage Japanese Yanagiba.

The extensive sharpening itself is part of the history of this knife, demonstrating that it was not simply stored as a decorative object but was used and maintained as a working kitchen tool over a prolonged period.

Its long, narrow proportions provide an elegant visual contrast to the broader Funayuki.

Approximate dimensions:

Overall length: 40 cm
Blade length: 25 cm
Handle length: approximately 14.5 cm
Maximum blade height: approximately 2.5–3.0 cm

Fitted with a traditional wooden Japanese handle and dark ferrule.

Two Traditional Japanese Blade Forms

This set offers an attractive contrast between two distinctly different traditional Japanese kitchen knife profiles.

The ㋖-marked Funayuki has a relatively broad and versatile blade with a pronounced pointed profile, while the Yanagiba has a considerably longer and narrower blade traditionally associated with precise slicing.

The differences in blade geometry make the pair particularly visually interesting when displayed together.

These are not pristine modern knives. Their appeal lies instead in their age, signs of repeated sharpening, patina and unmistakable evidence of actual use.

For collectors and restorers of Japanese kitchen knives, these characteristics provide an authentic connection to their history as practical culinary tools.

Condition

These are vintage, previously used Japanese kitchen knives offered in their present, unrestored condition.

Both knives show considerable signs of age, use, sharpening and storage, including:

Dirt and staining
Rust and oxidation
Patina and discoloration
Scratches and rubbing marks
Considerable blade and surface wear
Evidence of repeated sharpening
Edge chipping
Damage/chipping to the tips
Dirt, scratches, dents, wear and misalignment around the ferrules
Dirt, staining, scratches and other signs of prolonged use on the wooden handles

The Funayuki shows particularly noticeable oxidation and dark patina on the lower portion of its blade.

The Yanagiba also shows extensive sharpening and wear, to the extent that its original inscription can no longer be reliably identified.

Please examine all photographs carefully before bidding, as the photographs form an essential part of the condition description.

No professional restoration, polishing or complete rust removal has been carried out for this sale. The knives are intentionally presented with their existing signs of age and use visible.

Important Notice for Bidders

These knives are not offered as restored or immediately ready-to-use kitchen knives.

They are primarily recommended for collectors, restorers and experienced Japanese knife enthusiasts who understand the condition of vintage Japanese blades and are capable of carrying out their own cleaning and sharpening.

Depending on the intended use, they may require thorough cleaning, rust removal, sharpening, correction of edge chips and tip damage, and other maintenance or restoration work.

Please bid only if you fully understand and accept their present vintage condition and are capable of performing the necessary cleaning, sharpening and maintenance yourself.

All dimensions above are approximate measurements estimated from the measuring scale visible in the photograph.

A fascinating vintage pairing of a Funayuki retaining its distinctive “㋖” mark and a long Yanagiba whose original inscription has gradually disappeared through repeated sharpening and use. An authentic set of older Japanese working knives with strong character and excellent potential for careful restoration.
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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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