Product Story? Tasai is a blacksmith workshop based in Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture, a region renowned for traditional Japanese carpentry tools. Operated by two generations of craftsmen, the workshop primarily forges Japanese chisels, ranging from standard profiles to specialized forms for specific applications. Maker’s stamps vary depending on the individual craftsman and may include characters read as “Akira” or Michi. ” In addition, the shared workshop stamp “Tasai is also used. As the number of traditional tool blacksmiths has declined significantly in recent years, production is now largely focused on chisels. Even so, demand continues to exceed supply. Echigo (Niigata) is known as one of the world’s finest regions for Japanese chisels. Its harsh winter climate tightens the steel, producing blades that combine sharpness with durability. A wide range of chisels such as oire nomi, mukomachinomi, and tataki nomi developed here, and famous makers like Tasai and Kiyohisa were born in this region. Echigo chisels continue to be highly valued by craftsmen around the world. Unused item that has been long-term stored. May show age-related storage wear such as scratches, stains, dirt, rust, or edge chipping. Item Overview? Photos show the actual item you will receive. Size, material, and condition are listed in the item specifics. Selected for reliability and usability-suitable for both practical use and collection. For the United States. We will review and respond accordingly. Outside the United States. Before dispatch, we will message you. Packing photos will be shared before dispatch. In some cases, we may not be able to issue a return label. After the return arrives, we will review the situation and guide you on the next steps. About Our Store? More Japanese items are available here. Thank You Merci Grazie Gracias Danke Obrigado?????????????????????? ARIGATO.
