Item Description Japanese Kitchen Knife Type of knife: 出刃 Deba Size (longest part): 31.5 × 5.5 cm Blade length: 17.5 cm Weight: 655 g Japanese kitchen knives are characterized by their razor-sharp cutting edge and durability, made possible by the same craftsmanship used in the production of Japanese swords. Their quality is highly regarded worldwide. The oldest surviving Japanese kitchen knife dates from the Nara period and is preserved at the Shōsōin repository in Nara. Since knives were consumable items that were worn down through sharpening, very few old examples survive; however, it is believed that they existed even before the Nara period. These ancient knives share a similar shape to the Japanese sword and are distinguished by their exceptionally long handles. It is said that knives closely resembling the modern Deba, Yanagiba, and Nakiri were completed during the mid-to-late Edo period. The Edo period was an era of social stability in which Japanese culture flourished greatly. Alongside this, a wide variety of food cultures blossomed, and the tools suited to each style of cooking also developed accordingly. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.