[PRE-ORDER] Michiko Kubota Engraved Yanagiba 270mm — Shou Chiku Bai

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

[If you want this design on a different knife, email us at sharp@binlin-knife.com]

The Shou Chiku Bai design brings together pine branches, bamboo, and plum blossoms in a finely engraved botanical composition. Single-colour plating highlights the needles, leaves, and flower details against a dark kurouchi finish. This 270mm yanagiba pairs a White 2 steel blade with an ebony handle, giving the traditional plant motifs a striking contrast.

Specification

• Knife Type: Yanagiba
• Blade Length: 270mm
• Steel Type: White 2 steel
• Handle: Ebony
• Engraved Artwork: Shou Chiku Bai

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.