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This is a traditional Japanese chisel (Oire Nomi) crafted by Takagi Koujiro, a renowned blacksmith from Sanjo, Niigata – a region celebrated for its master toolmakers. Condition : Unused (old stock) with minor patina from storage. Included : Chisel only (no box). This piece is ideal for precise joinery, restoration work, or as part of a high-quality tool collection. Crafted with balance and durability, it is recommended for professionals and collectors alike. Looking for more Japanese tools? See all listings. 100% authentic from Japan? Receipt available on request?? Personal info is protected?? No undervalue / gift requests?? Mon-Fri / 9:00-17:00 (JST)?? Replies within 24 hrs?? Help Us Grow – Your Feedback Matters! ? We’re a small, family-run store in Japan, supported by an amazing local team. ? Each item is carefully selected and packed with heart – we hope it brings you joy! We’re always growing – and would love for you to follow our journey! ? Don’t forget to leave feedback & check back for exciting new items!

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This set of two Oire chisels is a traditional craft from Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, a city known for its tools. The handles are made of wood and the blade width is as wide as 36mm, ideal for professional woodworkers and collectors. Condition: Never used, but there are some storage marks. Ideal for the serious joiner or woodworker looking for a sturdy tool. Looking for more Japanese tools? See all listings. We’re currently working on a detailed description. This item has just been listed, and we’ll update the page as it gains more interest or sells. Feel free to message us if you have any specific questions – we’re happy to help! 100% authentic from Japan? Receipt available on request?? Personal info is protected?? No undervalue / gift requests?? Mon-Fri / 9:00-17:00 (JST)?? Replies within 24 hrs?? Help Us Grow – Your Feedback Matters! ? We’re a small, family-run store in Japan, supported by an amazing local team. ? Each item is carefully selected and packed with heart – we hope it brings you joy! We’re always growing – and would love for you to follow our journey! ? Don’t forget to leave feedback & check back for exciting new items!

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Japanese Chisel Kikuhiromaru Set Professional Nomi Echigo Niigata Oire Sharpness. Handle material : Red oak. Received the Prefectural Governor’s Award. Please pay within 3 days. International Buyers – Special Attention. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. The item “Japanese Chisel Kikuhiromaru Set Professional Nomi Echigo Niigata Oire Sharpness” is in sale since Wednesday, June 30, 2021. This item is in the category “Home & Garden\Tools & Workshop Equipment\Hand Tools\Chisels”. The seller is “diy_carpenter_japan” and is located in Tokyo. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Australia.

• Brand: Kikuhiromaru
• Type: Oire Nomi
• Handle Material: Hardwood
• Number of Pieces: 10
• Blade Material: Steel
• Blade Width: None
• Model: None
• Manufacturer Warranty: None
• Custom Bundle: No
• Bundle Description: None
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Color: Black
• Manufacturer Color: None
• Item Width: None
• Item Length: None
• Item Height: None
• Item Diameter: None
• California Prop 65 Warning: None
• Item Weight: None
• None: None

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Niigata Munehisa Carpenter Chisel Yoita Oire Nomi Japanese 48mm High Class W/TRK. Condition of Item: Pre-Owned Rank : MINT. Made in Yoita, Niigata. Blade width : 48 mm. It is used but used only a few times and there are no scratches and dirt. No noticeable scratches or stains. There are some scratches and dirt that you do not know unless you look closely. There are some scratches and dirt. There are some scratches and dirt that are known to be used. There are scratches and dirt. There is a big scratch and dirt of the level understood at a glance. Overall condition is bad. There is a defect at the level that big troubles and dirt and trouble in use. Please pay within 3 days. International Buyers – Special Attention. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. The item “Niigata Munehisa Carpenter Chisel Yoita Oire Nomi Japanese 48mm High Class WithTRK” is in sale since Tuesday, February 23, 2021. This item is in the category “Home & Garden\Tools & Workshop Equipment\Hand Tools\Chisels”. The seller is “diy_carpenter_japan” and is located in Tokyo. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Australia.

• Brand: Munehisa
• Type: Oire Nomi
• Number of Pieces: 1
• Handle Material: Hardwood
• Blade Material: Steel
• Blade Width: 48 mm
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan

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Japanese Tool Koshihiko Oire Nomi Niigata Chisel 24mm Carpenter Traditional TRK. Blade width : 24 mm. Please pay within 3 days. International Buyers – Special Attention. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. The item “Japanese Tool Koshihiko Oire Nomi Niigata Chisel 24mm Carpenter Traditional TRK” is in sale since Thursday, January 7, 2021. This item is in the category “Home & Garden\Tools & Workshop Equipment\Hand Tools\Chisels”. The seller is “diy_carpenter_japan” and is located in Tokyo. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Australia.

• Brand: Koshihiko
• Type: Oire Nomi
• Number of Pieces: 1
• Handle Material: Wood
• Blade Material: Steel
• Blade Width: 24 mm
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan

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Up for grabs is a new 36mm bench chisel from Niigata superstar Kiyohisa who held a well over 7-12+ year waitlist. Perhaps the most desirable, yearned for modern smith in our current times. In short it is no longer possible to order from this smith. 36mm = 1 1/2 inch. A premium chisel from a premium smith. Red oak handle signed kane-ei (the same handle maker to ichihiro), black hoop and an exquisite ura. Beautiful finish & lamination. The steel has age hardened and was made some decades ago. Which results in a keener, longer lasting edge, & a chisel that isnt likely to warp on you much like a newly made chisel. No need to season it. And features a beautiful/wonderful lamination. The item “36mm 1 1/2 Kiyohisa Oire Nomi Ws1 Carbon Japanese Bench Chisel Niigata Handmade” is in sale since Sunday, November 22, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Tools, Hardware & Locks\Tools\Carpentry, Woodworking\Chisels”. The seller is “josukehigashikata” and is located in San Diego, California. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.

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Up for grabs is a new 42 bench chisel from Niigata superstar Kiyohisa who held a well over 7-12+ year waitlist. Perhaps the most desirable, yearned for modern smith in our current times. In short it is no longer possible to order from this smith. 42mm = 1 3/4 equivalent. A premium chisel from a premium smith. Red oak handle signed kane-ei (the same handle maker to ichihiro), black hoop and an exquisite ura. Beautiful finish & lamination. The steel has age hardened and was made some decades ago. Which results in a keener, longer lasting edge, & a chisel that isnt likely to warp on you much like a newly made chisel. No need to season it. Beautiful lamination line as well. The item “42mm Kiyohisa Oire Nomi Handmade Japanese Bench Chisel Niigata 1 3/4 WS1″ is in sale since Sunday, November 22, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Tools, Hardware & Locks\Tools\Carpentry, Woodworking\Chisels”. The seller is “josukehigashikata” and is located in San Diego, California. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.

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Up for grabs is a chisel by Yamada Tsunegoro, otherwise known better by his smith name of Tsunehiro. He is one of the best smiths of Japan, ever. Often compared to Ichihiro & Kiyotada, and is the best blacksmith of Niigata. And as such considered the top 3. These premium bench chisels were forged using traditional methods & are made from WS1, charcoal forged & water quenched. Clay/mud still on from the heat treatment process. He passed away several decades ago, so his chisels are now hard to get. Please contact if you have questions. The item “Tsunehiro 18mm Ws1 Oire Nomi Japanese Chisel Sanjyo Niigata Tasai Ichihiro” is in sale since Thursday, October 8, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Tools, Hardware & Locks\Tools\Carpentry, Woodworking\Chisels”. The seller is “josukehigashikata” and is located in San Diego, California. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan

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Japanese Carpenter Tool Oire Nomi 10 Chisels Umehiro Ebony Niigata Professional! Please pay within 3 days. International Buyers – Special Attention. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. The item “Japanese Carpenter Tool Oire Nomi 10 Chisels Umehiro Ebony Niigata Professional” is in sale since Tuesday, September 1, 2020. This item is in the category “Home & Garden\Tools & Workshop Equipment\Hand Tools\Chisels”. The seller is “diy_carpenter_japan” and is located in Tokyo. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Australia.

• Brand: Umehiro
• Type: Oire Nomi
• Number of Pieces: 10
• Handle Material: Hardwood
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan

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