Important – Please read before bidding To ensure a smooth and secure transaction, please read the following information. ⸻ Import duties and taxes Customs duties, import taxes, and clearance fees are the responsibility of the buyer. Please note that the VAT paid on Catawiki is separate from any import duties charged by your country. We recommend checking with your local customs office before placing a bid. ⸻ Shipping and packaging All items are shipped by Japan Post EMS (with insurance). If EMS is not available, a private international courier will be used instead. Items are packed carefully to withstand long-distance international transport. ⸻ Tax code requirement (some EU regions) In certain countries, a personal tax code is required for customs clearance. After purchase, please provide your tax code promptly. Shipments may be delayed or returned if this information is missing. ⸻ Damage or issues If your item arrives damaged, please contact your local post office and Catawiki Support within 3 days of receipt. Before leaving feedback, please contact us first so we can assist you. ⸻ For shipments to the United States EMS shipments to the US are currently suspended. A private international courier will be used. Items containing batteries or certain types of blades cannot be shipped. All items are shipped from Japan. Japanese Traditional Woodworking Tools Wooden Hand Planes (Kanna) – Set of 6/ Antique Tools This set consists of five traditional Japanese wooden hand planes (kanna), which have long been essential tools in Japanese carpentry. Each plane combines a solid wooden body with a forged iron blade, representing the craftsmanship and functional beauty characteristic of traditional Japanese woodworking culture. The wooden bodies are made from solid natural wood and display attractive grain patterns. Signs of long-term use can be seen, including surface wear, smooth patina, and blade contact marks. These are not merely signs of deterioration, but traces that reflect the history of use and the role these tools played as working implements, adding to their character as antique tools. All blades are made of iron and show the simple, handmade appearance typical of traditional forged blades. The set includes planes of varying sizes and shapes, indicating that they were used for different purposes depending on the task. Today, such tools are appreciated not only as functional woodworking tools, but also from the perspective of Japanese craftsmanship and folk-art aesthetics, making them popular for interior display and collections. Each plane shows individual differences in wood color, blade shape, and degree of wear. This lack of uniformity, absent in industrial products, is one of the defining charms of handmade tools. ⸻ Contents • Japanese wooden hand planes (kanna) × 6 • Materials: Wooden body / Iron blade • Use: Woodworking tools, collection pieces, or display items ⸻ Condition • Surface wear, scratches, stains, and signs of use consistent with age • Rust and wear visible on the blades • Some pieces show cracks, chips, or old repairs in the wooden bodies • Sold as found; no adjustment or sharpening has been carried out All items are in natural antique condition consistent with old tools. ⸻ Size (approx.) Individual differences apply • Overall length: approx. 10 cm to 24.5 cm ⸻ These tools convey the spirit of traditional Japanese woodworking culture while also offering visual appeal through their form and aged surfaces. As a set of five, they offer strong value for collectors as well as for decorative or display purposes.