厨刀 - 钢, 木 - 日本 - 复古 Wa-Bocho 套装

Set of 3 Vintage Japanese Kitchen Knives – Traditional Wa-Bocho – Signed Blade – Wooden Handles – Restoration / Maintenance Project – Japan

Item Description

A distinctive set of three vintage Japanese kitchen knives (Wa-bocho) with traditional wooden handles, displaying the character and patina acquired through many years of use.

The set consists of three different blade profiles, ranging from a long, slender knife to broader all-purpose style blades. One of the blades bears a clearly visible Japanese engraved inscription (mei). One handle also retains part of an old original label, adding to the authentic vintage appearance of the set. The maker has not been conclusively identified, so please refer to the detailed photographs for the inscription and remaining label.

These are genuine vintage used utensils and show considerable signs of age and previous use. The steel blades have oxidation, rust spots, patina, discoloration, scratches, sharpening marks, stains and surface wear. The wooden handles and ferrules also show scratches, discoloration, wear and other age-related deterioration. These characteristics have been intentionally left visible rather than heavily restored.

Due to their vintage condition, this set is particularly suitable for collectors and enthusiasts who enjoy sharpening, cleaning, maintaining or restoring traditional Japanese knives. Cleaning, rust treatment, sharpening and other maintenance may be required before practical use. The current sharpness and suitability for immediate kitchen use are not guaranteed.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and accurately show the current condition.

Size

Set of 3 knives.

The dimensions are also entered in the relevant listing fields.
Please additionally refer to the photographs showing the knives alongside a measuring tape for their approximate size and proportions.

Please allow for slight measurement differences.

Weight
Artist / Maker Profile

One blade bears a visible Japanese engraved inscription (mei). One of the handles also retains a partially preserved vintage label.

The maker or workshop has not been conclusively identified from the available information; therefore, no specific attribution is made.

Shipping Information

Shipped from Japan with a tracking number.

YuDesign normally uses Japan Post for delivery; however, depending on the destination country and the international postal situation, we will use Japan Post, Japan Post UGX, DHL, or Yamato Transport (UPS).

As of July 24, 2026, Japan Post has temporarily suspended acceptance of some IOSS shipments. Therefore, alternative delivery services such as Japan Post UGX or Yamato Transport (UPS) may be used when necessary.

As a result, shipping costs 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. To help protect the environment, recycled cardboard boxes and reused packing materials may be used.

When safety can be ensured, lightweight packaging may also be used to reduce shipping costs.

Due to the impact on international postal services in the Middle East, Japan Post shipments to Cyprus are currently suspended. Therefore, shipments to Cyprus will be made exclusively by DHL或 Yamato Transport (UPS).

Please refer to the shipping rate table for each country.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.