Important – Please Read Before Bidding For a smooth and secure transaction, please carefully review the following information before placing a bid. ⸻ ● Import Taxes & Customs Duties All customs duties, import taxes, and customs clearance fees are the responsibility of the buyer. VAT paid on Catawiki is separate from local customs duties and import taxes. Please check with your local customs office in advance. ⸻ ■ Shipping & Packaging All items are shipped from Japan via Japan Post EMS (insured). If EMS is not available for your country, a private international courier will be used instead. Items are carefully packed to withstand long-distance international shipping. ⸻ □ Tax Code Requirement (EU and certain regions) After purchase, buyers may be required to provide a tax code (such as VAT number, fiscal code, etc.). Failure to provide the required tax code may result in customs delays or return of the parcel. ⸻ ◆ Damage & Shipping Issues If the item arrives damaged, please contact your local post office and Catawiki Support within 3 days of delivery. Before leaving feedback, please contact us first so we can assist you appropriately. ⸻ (Shipping to the United States) Currently, EMS shipping to the United States is suspended. A private international courier will be used instead. Please note that items containing batteries or bladed tools may not be eligible for shipment. ⸻ All items are shipped from Japan. Japanese Traditional Carpentry Tools Yariganna (Spear Plane) – Woodworking Blades, Set of 3 This lot consists of three traditional Japanese woodworking tools that were actually used in Japan. The set includes Yariganna (spear planes), characterized by their spear-shaped blades, each fitted with a wooden handle and a forged steel blade. These tools represent a uniquely Japanese form of traditional carpentry equipment. ⸻ About the Yariganna (Important) The Yariganna is a traditional Japanese woodworking tool featuring a long wooden handle and a curved, willow-leaf-shaped blade resembling a spear tip. It is considered a tool native to Japan and is believed to have existed since at least the Yayoi period, becoming widely used by the Asuka period. Before the introduction of the modern flat plane (dai-ganna) in the 16th century, the yariganna—along with axes and adzes (chōna)—was one of the principal tools used in Japanese woodworking. Yariganna were primarily used in the finishing stage after rough shaping, leaving a distinctive rippled texture (known as a wave-like surface) on the wood. This finish enhances the natural grain, texture, and aroma of the wood. It is traditionally said that yariganna finishing was used on the pillars of Hōryū-ji Temple, one of Japan’s oldest surviving wooden structures. Typical uses include: • Hollowing and shaping curved surfaces such as wooden mortars (usu) • Finishing wooden surfaces after rough cutting • Production of barrels, tubs, and chests (as a preliminary plane) • Noh mask carving, traditional architecture, and contemporary furniture making The tool is generally used by pulling it toward the user, though it may also be pushed depending on the situation, often involving body movement using the legs and waist. While structurally simple, maintaining a flat and true blade back requires advanced sharpening skills. ⸻ Set Contents • Yariganna (spear planes) × 3 pieces Each piece differs in blade shape, curvature, and size. These are not standardized items; variations reflect their original working purposes. ⸻ Dimensions (Approximate) Measured from blade tip to the end of the handle Manual measurement; slight variations may occur • Item ① Total length: approx. 54 cm Blade length: approx. 9 cm • Item ② Total length: approx. 53 cm Blade length: approx. 11 cm • Item ③ Total length: approx. 48 cm Blade length: approx. 7.5 cm ⸻ Condition (Important) • Overall rust, scratches, wear, and age-related deterioration are present • Some blades show chips and signs of repeated sharpening • Sharpening and adjustment are required • Wooden handles show wear, discoloration, and signs of aging or deterioration • Sold as-is If intended for practical use, professional sharpening and adjustment by the buyer are recommended. ⸻ Estimated Period • Early to mid-20th century (approximately 1930s–1960s) ⸻ Uses & Appeal • Collection of traditional Japanese carpentry and woodworking tools • Historical reference for Japanese indigenous woodworking techniques • Display for workshops, shops, or galleries • Industrial or Japanese-modern interior decoration ⸻ Notes • Only the items shown in the photographs are included • Colors may vary slightly depending on the viewing environment