[PRE-ORDER] Michiko Kubota Engraved Yanagiba 330mm — Chōjū giga

[No ready stock. Pre-order only. Estimated lead time: 3–6 months.]

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The Chōjū giga design follows the long blade with playful animal figures, their animated poses captured through fine hand-engraved outlines. Single-colour plating defines the lively composition on a 330mm Sakimaru Yanagiba. The Ginsan steel blade is paired with a magnolia handle and buffalo-horn ferrule, and supplied with a lacquered saya and retaining pin.

Specification

• Knife Type: Sakimaru Yanagiba
• Blade Length: 330mm
• Steel Type: Ginsan steel
• Handle: Magnolia with a buffalo-horn ferrule
• Engraved Artwork: Chōjū giga

Michiko Kubota's Engraving

Japanese master engraver Michiko Kubota transforms knife blades into individual works of art through wabori, traditional Japanese metal engraving. Working entirely by hand with a hammer and chisels, she creates intricate designs inspired by nature and Japanese culture. Each engraved surface catches the light differently, revealing the depth, texture, and detail of her craftsmanship.