Masataka Unagisaki KnifeThe Unagisaki is a traditional Japanese knife designed for preparing eel, with different regional shapes. This knife has not been sharpened by our shop. Since sharpening preferences for eel knives vary by user, it is offered as-is. However, it appears to have already been sharpened originally, and the cutting edge looks quite sharp.This single-beveled carbon steel knife offers a sharp cutting edge.Not sharpened by our shop.Engraving: 九 (Ku), 正高 (Masataka)Branded marking: Burned stamp on handleLength: 265mmBlade Length: 155mmBlade Width: 33mmBlade Thickness: 6mmWeight: 148gSHARPENED by a Japanese Sharpener. Razor sharp. The sharpener is in Kyoto, the traditional city in Japan as you know. You can use without maintenance. You don't need to pay maintenance costs after receiving. If any, please feel free to ask, English available.- SHIPPING NOTE from Japan・A PHONE NUMBER may be required for delivery・Delivery to P.O. Box is not available in some countries・Some remote areas may incur an additional fee (usually $25 or more)Please note that your payment to our shop covers the item price + shipping cost only.Import taxes (such as VAT or sales tax) may apply upon arrival, depending on your country’s regulations.