{"title":"Umekimoto Seed Scissors Manufacturing Co., Ltd.","description":"Umekimoto Tanegashima Scissors Factory has a workshop in Tanegashima, Kagoshima Prefecture. Yoshifumi Makise, the 37th head of the family who had been protecting the traditions and techniques of Tanegashima scissors, passed away in 2016. Currently, Shoji Umeki, the only apprentice to the 37th head, has inherited the traditional techniques and is the only craftsman who can still make Tanegashima scissors using the traditional production techniques.","products":[{"product_id":"umeki50001","title":"Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory ｜ Hontane Scissors 4 inch ","description":"\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n These 4-inch Hontane Scissors are made by blacksmith Umeki Shoji of the Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory.\n Umeki's scissors are very rare and are completely hand-forged, starting from the forging process.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n The traditions and techniques of making genuine tane scissors have been preserved for generations by the Makise family of blacksmiths.\n The Makise family has a long history, beginning as swordsmiths, and after guns and central-fulcrum scissors were introduced, they became gun and scissors smiths, with over 1,000 years of history spanning from the first generation of swordsmiths to the 37th generation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n However, the 37th head of the Makise family, Yoshifumi Makise, passed away in 2016. The history of the Makise family has come to an end, but currently, Shoji Umeki, the only disciple of the 37th head of the family, has inherited the traditional techniques and continues to make Hontane Scissors using the traditional manufacturing techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n Today, Umeki is the only person who can preserve the traditional techniques of making hontane scissors and carry out all processes by hand. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [From left: 4 sun, 5 sun, 6 sun, 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eYou can choose from 5 sizes depending on your needs.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most distinctive feature of these scissors is their twisted blades, called \"neri.\" This \"neri\" system sharpens the blades every time they meet at a single point. These wonderful scissors are designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique) and a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [4 sun (12 cm), blade length 45 mm] Suitable for cutting tasks using only the tip, such as cutting threads.\u003cbr\u003e\n [5 sun (15 cm), blade length 55 mm] For small cutting and cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n [6 sun (18 cm), blade length 65 mm] The perfect size for a wide range of uses.\u003cbr\u003e\n [7 sun (21 cm), blade length 85 mm] For cutting items the size of a newspaper.\u003cbr\u003e\n [8 sun (24 cm), blade length 100 mm] As a pair of scissors. Great for cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n This page introduces the 4 inch seed scissors. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Genuine seed scissors 4 inch]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e There are two outstanding features of this seed scissors.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n・Completely hand-forged scissors made by layering steel and base metal\u003cbr\u003e \n- A twisted blade called \"neri\" \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_3.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [8-inch genuine scissors for cutting fabric]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Completely hand-forged scissors made from forging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The completely hand-forged scissors are made by layering steel and base metal in a process called forging, in the same way as Japanese swords are made. The scissors are tempered and forged to create an exceptional sharpness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n Forge welding requires the skill and experience of a craftsman, and it is said to be very difficult to get the temperature right and the force to apply. If you don't do it properly, the metal will peel off, and if you apply too much force, it will stick too well. It is a very delicate and time-consuming process. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_4.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_5.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [The irregular wavy pattern at the boundary between steel and iron is only possible because it is hand-forged]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Making hard and resilient scissors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Hardening and tempering the scissors create a strong, durable pair that is resistant to breaking. It is said that only about three pairs of scissors can be made per day, as they go through many processes. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_6.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e A twisted blade called \"neri\"\u003c\/h2\u003e \nThe most distinctive feature of the seed scissors is the twisted blade called \"neri.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n While the blades of ordinary scissors are made parallel to each other, Umeki's genuine seed scissors are bent in a smooth arc so that the blades meet at a single point. This \"kneading\" creates an outstanding sharpness and allows you to cut with less force.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eAnd it gets sharpened every time you cut.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n As you close the scissors, you can feel the blades rubbing against each other, sharpening them. This \"kneading\" process means that there is no need to sharpen the blades for years, and their sharpness will last a lifetime. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_7.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Using the \"neri\" technique, when the scissors are closed there is a gap and they are only connected at the central fulcrum] \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_8.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [As you close the scissors, you can hear them sharpening as they close]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Black and bold handle\u003c\/h2\u003e \nThe black handles, with their bold appearance, are made using a technique of hardening using rapeseed oil, which is also a gunsmithing technique that has been passed down for generations. Leaving the blackened surface of the hardening process intentionally helps prevent rust. These scissors are very attractive and have an excellent design. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_9.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_10.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Inscription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Finally, Umeki carves a signature to prove that it was made, and the piece is complete. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_11.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Left: 4 sun, 5 sun \/ Middle: 6 sun \/ Right: 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Also great as a gift\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n These carefully handcrafted Tanegashima scissors have been treasured as wedding gifts and other celebratory items since ancient times, as the two blades rub against each other to convey the message, \"Come together and carve out your own path in life.\" Delivered in an elegant package. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_12.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Care instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e \nIron scissors are prone to rust. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend wiping them with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing them.\u003cbr\u003e\n If you try to remove the rust yourself, the knife may no longer be able to cut. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend that you ask Umekimoto Tanegashima Seisakusho to resharpen it.\u003cbr\u003e\n Even if these seed scissors become rusty, the cutting edge is constantly sharpened, so they will not become extremely dull unless the rivet part (screw) at the fulcrum becomes loose. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_13.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Resharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n To ensure that you can use the knife for a long time, Umeki will provide sharpening and maintenance services.\n The round-trip shipping fee and maintenance fee will be borne by the customer, but we will provide resharpening and maintenance. If you would like this service, please contact us. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50001_14.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki_logo.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\"\u003e \nUmekimoto Tanegashima Scissors Factory has a workshop in Tanegashima, Kagoshima Prefecture. Yoshifumi Makise, the 37th head of the family who had been protecting the traditions and techniques of Tanegashima scissors, passed away in 2016. Currently, Shoji Umeki, the only apprentice to the 37th head, has inherited the traditional techniques and is the only craftsman who can still make Tanegashima scissors using the traditional production techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/763431-4.myshopify.com\/collections\/umeki\"\u003eClick here for a list of works by Umekimoto Tanegahasa Seisakusho\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakimori-inkstand.pro\/blogs\/blog\/b20191101\"\u003eClick here to see the work in progress.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [The history of seed scissors] \nIn 1543, a Portuguese ship washed ashore on Tanegashima and brought guns with it, and at the same time, a blacksmith from China on board brought the technique of making scissors with a central fulcrum to the island's blacksmiths. Tanegashima has long been famous for its high-quality iron sand, and swordsmiths from all over Japan migrated to the island in search of high-quality iron, with many skilled craftsmen living on the island competing with each other in their forging techniques. In this way, scissors were made alongside sword and gun manufacturing, and after the sword ban was abolished, scissors became the main business, and eventually became a traditional industry on the island.\u003cbr\u003e\n Until the early Showa period, many blacksmiths would ring out the sounds of their hammers early in the morning, but as time passed, the sounds of hammering disappeared. Now, only one blacksmith, Umekimototane Scissors Factory, still makes scissors by hand, one by one, using the traditional manufacturing technique inherited from swordsmiths, the forge steel manufacturing method (forge welding).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n It is suitable for tasks such as cutting threads by cutting only the tip.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n[Product name] Genuine seed scissors 4 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n [Package size (approx.)] W217 x D80 x H22mm\u003cbr\u003e\n [Product size (approx.)] Total length 12cm (blade length 45mm) x D50mm\u003cbr\u003e\n [Material] Steel, iron\u003cbr\u003e\n Weight (approx.): 34g\u003cbr\u003e\n [Country of Origin] Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n [Notes] Designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique). Designated as a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ● Precautions for use\u003cbr\u003e\n -Iron scissors are more prone to rust than stainless steel scissors.\u003cbr\u003e\n To prevent rust as much as possible, wipe the item with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing it.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The blade has been specially processed using a process called \"neri.\" If you try to sharpen or remove rust yourself, the blade may become dull.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ●Please be sure to check before purchasing.\u003cbr\u003e\n -These scissors are made of iron, so there will be a slight smell of iron on your hands after use.\u003cbr\u003e \n・As all items are handmade, there may be individual differences in size, weight, color, unevenness, shape, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please enjoy this as a unique feature of this product, which is unlike any other in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please be aware of the above before making your purchase. ","brand":"梅木本種子鋏製作所","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43684775395500,"sku":"umeki50001","price":7700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/6404\/5740\/files\/umeki50001.jpg?v=1721513421"},{"product_id":"umeki50003","title":"Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory ｜ Hontane Scissors 5 inch ","description":"\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n The 5-inch Hontane Scissors are made by blacksmith Umeki Shoji of the Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory.\n Umeki's scissors are very rare and are completely hand-forged, starting from the forging process.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n The traditions and techniques of making genuine Tane scissors have been preserved for generations by the Makise family of blacksmiths.\n The Makise family has a long history, beginning as swordsmiths, and after guns and central-fulcrum scissors were introduced, they became gun and scissors smiths, with over 1,000 years of history spanning from the first generation of swordsmiths to the 37th generation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nHowever, the 37th head of the Makise family, Yoshifumi Makise, passed away in 2016. The history of the Makise family has come to an end, but currently, Shoji Umeki, the only disciple of the 37th head of the family, has inherited the traditional techniques and continues to make Hontane Scissors using the traditional manufacturing techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n Today, Umeki is the only person who can preserve the traditional techniques of making hontane scissors and carry out all processes by hand. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [From left: 4 sun, 5 sun, 6 sun, 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e You can choose from 5 sizes depending on your needs.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most distinctive feature of these scissors is their twisted blades, called \"neri.\" This \"neri\" system sharpens the blades every time they meet at a single point. These wonderful scissors are designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique) and a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [4 sun (12 cm), blade length 45 mm] Suitable for cutting tasks using only the tip, such as cutting threads.\u003cbr\u003e \n[5 sun (15 cm), blade length 55 mm] For small cutting and cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n [6 sun (18 cm), blade length 65 mm] The perfect size for a wide range of uses.\u003cbr\u003e\n [7 sun (21 cm), blade length 85 mm] For cutting items the size of a newspaper.\u003cbr\u003e\n [8 sun (24 cm), blade length 100 mm] As a pair of scissors. Great for cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n This page introduces the 5 inch seed scissors. \n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Genuine seed scissors 5 inch]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e There are two outstanding features of this seed scissors.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n・Completely hand-forged scissors made by layering steel and base metal\u003cbr\u003e\n - A twisted blade called \"neri\" \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_3.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [8-inch genuine scissors for cutting fabric]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Completely hand-forged scissors made from forging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The completely hand-forged scissors are made by layering steel and base metal in a process called forging, in the same way as Japanese swords are made. The scissors are tempered and forged to produce an outstanding sharpness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nForge welding requires the skill and experience of a craftsman, and it is said to be very difficult to get the temperature right and the force to apply. If you don't do it properly, the metal will peel off, and if you apply too much force, it will stick too well. It is a very delicate and time-consuming process. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_4.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_5.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [The irregular wavy pattern at the boundary between steel and iron is only possible because it is hand-forged]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Making hard and resilient scissors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Hardening and tempering the scissors creates a hard, resilient pair that is resistant to breaking. It is said that only about three pairs of scissors can be made per day, as they go through many processes. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_6.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e A twisted blade called \"neri\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most distinctive feature of the seed scissors is the twisted blade called \"neri.\"\u003cbr\u003e \nWhile the blades of ordinary scissors are made parallel to each other, Umeki's genuine seed scissors are bent in a smooth arc so that the blades meet at a single point. This \"kneading\" creates an outstanding sharpness and allows you to cut with less force.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eAnd it gets sharpened every time you cut.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n As you close the scissors, you can feel the blades rubbing against each other, sharpening them. This \"kneading\" process means that there is no need to sharpen the blades for years, and their sharpness will last a lifetime. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_7.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Using the \"neri\" technique, when the scissors are closed there is a gap and they are only connected at the central fulcrum] \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_8.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [As you close the scissors, you can hear them sharpening as they close]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Black and bold handle\u003c\/h2\u003e \nThe black handles, with their bold appearance, are made using a technique of hardening using rapeseed oil, which is also a gunsmithing technique that has been passed down for generations. Leaving the blackened surface of the hardening process intentionally helps prevent rust. These scissors are very attractive and have an excellent design. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_9.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_10.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Inscription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Finally, Umeki carves a signature to prove that it was made, and the piece is complete. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_11.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Left: 4 sun, 5 sun \/ Middle: 6 sun \/ Right: 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Also great as a gift\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n These carefully handcrafted Tanegashima scissors have been treasured as wedding gifts and other celebratory items since ancient times, as the two blades of the scissors rub against each other, symbolizing the idea that \"two people should carve out their own path in life together.\" The scissors will be delivered in an elegant package. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_12.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Care instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e \nIron scissors are prone to rust. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend wiping them with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing them.\u003cbr\u003e\n If you try to remove the rust yourself, the knife may no longer be able to cut. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend that you ask Umekimoto Tanegashima Seisakusho to resharpen it.\u003cbr\u003e\n Even if these seed scissors become rusty, the cutting edge is constantly sharpened, so they will not become extremely dull unless the rivet part (screw) at the fulcrum becomes loose. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_13.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Resharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n To ensure that you can use the knife for a long time, Umeki will provide sharpening and maintenance services.\n The round-trip shipping fee and maintenance fee will be borne by the customer, but we will provide resharpening and maintenance. If you would like this service, please contact us. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50003_14.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki_logo.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\"\u003e \nUmekimoto Tanegashima Scissors Factory has a workshop in Tanegashima, Kagoshima Prefecture. Yoshifumi Makise, the 37th head of the family who had been protecting the traditions and techniques of Tanegashima scissors, passed away in 2016. Currently, Shoji Umeki, the only apprentice to the 37th head, has inherited the traditional techniques and is the only craftsman who can still make Tanegashima scissors using the traditional production techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/763431-4.myshopify.com\/collections\/umeki\"\u003eClick here for a list of works by Umekimoto Tanegahasa Seisakusho\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakimori-inkstand.pro\/blogs\/blog\/b20191101\"\u003eClick here to see the work in progress.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [The history of seed scissors] \nIn 1543, a Portuguese ship washed ashore on Tanegashima and brought guns with it, and at the same time, a blacksmith from China on board brought the technique of making scissors with a central fulcrum to the island's blacksmiths. Tanegashima has long been famous for its high-quality iron sand, and swordsmiths from all over Japan migrated to the island in search of high-quality iron, with many skilled craftsmen living on the island competing with each other in their forging techniques. In this way, scissors were made alongside sword and gun manufacturing, and after the sword ban was abolished, scissors became the main business, and eventually became a traditional industry on the island.\u003cbr\u003e\n Until the early Showa period, many blacksmiths would ring out the sounds of their hammers early in the morning, but as time passed, the sounds of hammering disappeared. Now, only one blacksmith, Umekimototane Scissors Factory, still makes scissors by hand, one by one, using the traditional manufacturing technique inherited from swordsmiths, the forge steel manufacturing method (forge welding).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n For small cutouts and fabric cutting.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [Product name] Genuine seed scissors 5 inches\u003cbr\u003e \n[Package size (approx.)] W217 x D80 x H22mm\u003cbr\u003e\n [Product size (approx.)] Total length 15cm (blade length 55mm) x D52m\u003cbr\u003e\n [Material] Steel, iron\u003cbr\u003e\n Weight (approx.): 48g\u003cbr\u003e\n [Country of Origin] Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n [Notes] Designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique). Designated as a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ● Precautions for use\u003cbr\u003e\n -Iron scissors are more prone to rust than stainless steel scissors.\u003cbr\u003e\n To prevent rust as much as possible, wipe the item with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing it.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The blade has been specially processed using a process called \"neri.\" If you try to sharpen or remove rust yourself, the blade may become dull.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ●Please be sure to check before purchasing.\u003cbr\u003e\n -These scissors are made of iron, so there will be a slight smell of iron on your hands after use.\u003cbr\u003e \n・As all items are handmade, there may be individual differences in size, weight, color, unevenness, shape, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please enjoy this as a unique feature of this product, which is unlike any other in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please be aware of the above before making your purchase. ","brand":"梅木本種子鋏製作所","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43684775461036,"sku":"umeki50003","price":8250.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/6404\/5740\/files\/umeki50003.jpg?v=1721513581"},{"product_id":"umeki50004","title":"Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory ｜ Hontane Scissors 6 inches ","description":"\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n The 6-inch Hontane Scissors are made by blacksmith Umeki Shoji of the Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory.\n Umeki's scissors are very rare and are completely hand-forged, starting from the forging process.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n The traditions and techniques of making genuine tane scissors have been preserved for generations by the Makise family of blacksmiths.\n The Makise family has a long history, beginning as swordsmiths, and after guns and central-fulcrum scissors were introduced, they became gun and scissors smiths, with over 1,000 years of history spanning from the first generation of swordsmiths to the 37th generation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nHowever, the 37th head of the Makise family, Yoshifumi Makise, passed away in 2016. The history of the Makise family has come to an end, but currently, Shoji Umeki, the only disciple of the 37th head of the family, has inherited the traditional techniques and continues to make Hontane Scissors using the traditional manufacturing techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n Today, Umeki is the only person who can preserve the traditional techniques of making hontane scissors and carry out all processes by hand. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [From left: 4 sun, 5 sun, 6 sun, 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e You can choose from 5 sizes depending on your needs.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most distinctive feature of these scissors is their twisted blades, called \"neri.\" This \"neri\" system sharpens the blades every time they meet at a single point. These wonderful scissors are designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique) and a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [4 sun (12 cm), blade length 45 mm] Suitable for cutting tasks using only the tip, such as cutting threads.\u003cbr\u003e \n[5 sun (15 cm), blade length 55 mm] For small cutting and cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n [6 sun (18 cm), blade length 65 mm] The perfect size for a wide range of uses.\u003cbr\u003e\n [7 sun (21 cm), blade length 85 mm] For cutting items the size of a newspaper.\u003cbr\u003e\n [8 sun (24 cm), blade length 100 mm] As a pair of scissors. Great for cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n This page introduces the 6 inch seed scissors. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Genuine seed scissors 4 inch]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e There are two outstanding features of this seed scissors.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n・Completely hand-forged scissors made by layering steel and base metal\u003cbr\u003e\n - A twisted blade called \"neri\" \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_3.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [8-inch genuine scissors for cutting fabric]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Completely hand-forged scissors made from forging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The completely hand-forged scissors are made by layering steel and base metal in a process called forging, in the same way as Japanese swords are made. The scissors are tempered and forged to create an exceptional sharpness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nForge welding requires the skill and experience of a craftsman, and it is said to be very difficult to get the temperature right and the force to apply. If you don't do it properly, the metal will peel off, and if you apply too much force, it will stick too well. It is a very delicate and time-consuming process. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_4.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_5.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [The irregular wavy pattern at the boundary between steel and iron is only possible because it is hand-forged]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Making hard and resilient scissors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Hardening and tempering the scissors creates a hard, resilient pair that is resistant to breaking. It is said that only about three pairs of scissors can be made per day, as they go through many processes. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_6.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e A twisted blade called \"neri\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most distinctive feature of the seed scissors is the twisted blade called \"neri.\"\u003cbr\u003e \nWhile the blades of ordinary scissors are made parallel to each other, Umeki's genuine seed scissors are bent in a smooth arc so that the blades meet at a single point. This \"kneading\" creates an outstanding sharpness and allows you to cut with less force.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eAnd it gets sharpened every time you cut.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n As you close the scissors, you can feel the blades rubbing against each other, sharpening them. This \"kneading\" process means that there is no need to sharpen the blades for years, and their sharpness will last a lifetime. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_7.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Using the \"neri\" technique, when the scissors are closed there is a gap and they are only connected at the central fulcrum] \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_8.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [As you close the scissors, you can hear them sharpening as they close]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Black and bold handle\u003c\/h2\u003e \nThe black handles, with their bold appearance, are made using a technique of hardening using rapeseed oil, which is also a gunsmithing technique that has been passed down for generations. Leaving the blackened surface of the hardening process intentionally helps prevent rust. These scissors are very attractive and have an excellent design. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_9.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_10.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Inscription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Finally, Umeki carves a signature to prove that it was made, and the piece is complete. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_11.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Left: 4 sun, 5 sun \/ Middle: 6 sun \/ Right: 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Also great as a gift\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n These carefully handcrafted Tanegashima scissors have been treasured as wedding gifts and other celebratory items since ancient times, as the two blades of the scissors rub against each other, symbolizing the idea that \"two people should carve out their own path in life together.\" The scissors will be delivered in an elegant package. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_12.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Care instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e \nIron scissors are prone to rust. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend wiping them with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing them.\u003cbr\u003e\n If you try to remove the rust yourself, the knife may no longer be able to cut. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend that you ask Umekimoto Tanegashima Seisakusho to resharpen it.\u003cbr\u003e\n Even if these seed scissors become rusty, the cutting edge is constantly sharpened, so they will not become extremely dull unless the rivet part (screw) at the fulcrum becomes loose. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_13.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Genuine Seed Scissors 6 inch Back]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Resharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n To ensure that you can use the knife for a long time, Umeki will provide sharpening and maintenance services.\n The round-trip shipping fee and maintenance fee will be borne by the customer, but we will provide resharpening and maintenance. If you would like this service, please contact us. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50004_14.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki_logo.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\"\u003e \nUmekimoto Tanegashima Scissors Factory has a workshop in Tanegashima, Kagoshima Prefecture. Yoshifumi Makise, the 37th head of the family who had been protecting the traditions and techniques of Tanegashima scissors, passed away in 2016. Currently, Shoji Umeki, the only apprentice to the 37th head, has inherited the traditional techniques and is the only craftsman who can still make Tanegashima scissors using the traditional production techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/763431-4.myshopify.com\/collections\/umeki\"\u003eClick here for a list of works by Umekimoto Tanegahasa Seisakusho\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakimori-inkstand.pro\/blogs\/blog\/b20191101\"\u003eClick here to see the work in progress.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [The history of seed scissors] \nIn 1543, a Portuguese ship washed ashore on Tanegashima and brought guns with it, and at the same time, a blacksmith from China on board brought the technique of making scissors with a central fulcrum to the island's blacksmiths. Tanegashima has long been famous for its high-quality iron sand, and swordsmiths from all over Japan migrated to the island in search of high-quality iron, with many skilled craftsmen living on the island competing with each other in their forging techniques. In this way, scissors were made alongside sword and gun manufacturing, and after the sword ban was abolished, scissors became the main business, and eventually became a traditional industry on the island.\u003cbr\u003e\n Until the early Showa period, many blacksmiths would ring out the sounds of their hammers early in the morning, but as time passed, the sounds of hammering disappeared. Now, only one blacksmith, Umekimototane Scissors Factory, still makes scissors by hand, one by one, using the traditional manufacturing technique inherited from swordsmiths, the forge steel manufacturing method (forge welding).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n It's the perfect size for a wide range of uses.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [Product name] Seed scissors 6 inches\u003cbr\u003e \n[Package size (approx.)] W217 x D80 x H22mm\u003cbr\u003e\n [Product size (approx.)] Total length 18cm (blade length 65mm) x D60mm\u003cbr\u003e\n [Material] Steel, iron\u003cbr\u003e\n Weight (approx.): 84g\u003cbr\u003e\n [Country of Origin] Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n [Notes] Designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique). Designated as a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ● Precautions for use\u003cbr\u003e\n -Iron scissors are more prone to rust than stainless steel scissors.\u003cbr\u003e\n To prevent rust as much as possible, wipe the item with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing it.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The blade has been specially processed using a process called \"neri.\" If you try to sharpen or remove rust yourself, the blade may become dull.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ●Please be sure to check before purchasing.\u003cbr\u003e\n -These scissors are made of iron, so there will be a slight smell of iron on your hands after use.\u003cbr\u003e \n・As all items are handmade, there may be individual differences in size, weight, color, unevenness, shape, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please enjoy this as a unique feature of this product, which is unlike any other in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please be aware of the above before making your purchase. ","brand":"梅木本種子鋏製作所","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43684775526572,"sku":"umeki50004","price":8800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/6404\/5740\/files\/umeki50004.jpg?v=1721513679"},{"product_id":"umeki50005","title":"Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory ｜ Hontane Scissors 7 inches ","description":"\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n The 7-inch Hontane Scissors are made by blacksmith Umeki Shoji of the Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory.\n Umeki's scissors are very rare and are completely hand-forged, starting from the forging process.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n The traditions and techniques of making genuine tane scissors have been preserved for generations by the Makise family of blacksmiths.\n The Makise family has a long history, beginning as swordsmiths, and after guns and central-fulcrum scissors were introduced, they became gun and scissors smiths, with over 1,000 years of history spanning from the first generation of swordsmiths to the 37th generation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nHowever, the 37th head of the Makise family, Yoshifumi Makise, passed away in 2016. The history of the Makise family has come to an end, but currently, Shoji Umeki, the only disciple of the 37th head of the family, has inherited the traditional techniques and continues to make Hontane Scissors using the traditional manufacturing techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n Today, Umeki is the only person who can preserve the traditional techniques of making hontane scissors and carry out all processes by hand. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [From left: 4 sun, 5 sun, 6 sun, 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e You can choose from 5 sizes depending on your needs.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most distinctive feature of these scissors is their twisted blades, called \"neri.\" This \"neri\" system sharpens the blades every time they meet at a single point. These wonderful scissors are designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique) and a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [4 sun (12 cm), blade length 45 mm] Suitable for cutting tasks using only the tip, such as cutting threads.\u003cbr\u003e \n[5 sun (15 cm), blade length 55 mm] For small cutting and cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n [6 sun (18 cm), blade length 65 mm] The perfect size for a wide range of uses.\u003cbr\u003e\n [7 sun (21 cm), blade length 85 mm] For cutting items the size of a newspaper.\u003cbr\u003e\n [8 sun (24 cm), blade length 100 mm] As a pair of scissors. Great for cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n The type of scissors introduced on this page is the 7-inch seed scissors. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Genuine seed scissors 7 inches]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e There are two outstanding features of this seed scissors.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n・Completely hand-forged scissors made by layering steel and base metal\u003cbr\u003e\n - A twisted blade called \"neri\" \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_3.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [8-inch genuine scissors for cutting fabric]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Completely hand-forged scissors made from forging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The completely hand-forged scissors are made by layering steel and base metal in a process called forging, in the same way as Japanese swords are made. The scissors are tempered and forged to create an exceptional sharpness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nForge welding requires the skill and experience of a craftsman, and it is said to be very difficult to get the temperature right and the force to apply. If you don't do it properly, the metal will peel off, and if you apply too much force, it will stick too well. It is a very delicate and time-consuming process. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_4.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_5.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [The irregular wavy pattern at the boundary between steel and iron is only possible because it is hand-forged]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Making hard and resilient scissors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Hardening and tempering the scissors create a strong, durable pair that is resistant to breaking. It is said that only about three pairs of scissors can be made per day, as they go through many processes. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_6.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e A twisted blade called \"neri\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most distinctive feature of the seed scissors is the twisted blade called \"neri.\"\u003cbr\u003e \nWhile the blades of ordinary scissors are made parallel to each other, Umeki's genuine seed scissors are bent in a smooth arc so that the blades meet at a single point. This \"kneading\" creates an outstanding sharpness and allows you to cut with less force.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eAnd it gets sharpened every time you cut.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n As you close the scissors, you can feel the blades rubbing against each other, sharpening them. This \"kneading\" process means that there is no need to sharpen the blades for years, and their sharpness will last a lifetime. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_7.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Using the \"neri\" technique, when the scissors are closed there is a gap and they are only connected at the central fulcrum] \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_8.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [As you close the scissors, you can hear them sharpening as they close]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Black and bold handle\u003c\/h2\u003e \nThe black handles, with their bold appearance, are made using a technique of hardening using rapeseed oil, which is also a gunsmithing technique that has been passed down for generations. Leaving the blackened surface of the hardening process intentionally helps prevent rust. These scissors are very attractive and have an excellent design. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_9.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_10.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Inscription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Finally, Umeki carves a signature to prove that it was made, and the piece is complete. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_11.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Left: 4 sun, 5 sun \/ Middle: 6 sun \/ Right: 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Also great as a gift\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n These carefully handcrafted Tanegashima scissors have been treasured as wedding gifts and other celebratory items since ancient times, as the two blades of the scissors rub against each other, symbolizing the idea that \"two people should carve out their own path in life together.\" The scissors will be delivered in an elegant package. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_12.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Care instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e \nIron scissors are prone to rust. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend wiping them with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing them.\u003cbr\u003e\n If you try to remove the rust yourself, the knife may no longer be able to cut. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend that you ask Umekimoto Tanegashima Seisakusho to resharpen it.\u003cbr\u003e\n Even if these seed scissors become rusty, the cutting edge is constantly sharpened, so they will not become extremely dull unless the rivet part (screw) at the fulcrum becomes loose. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_13.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Genuine Seed Scissors 7 inch Back]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Resharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n To ensure that you can use the knife for a long time, Umeki will provide sharpening and maintenance services.\n The round-trip shipping fee and maintenance fee will be borne by the customer, but we will provide resharpening and maintenance. If you would like this service, please contact us. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50005_14.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki_logo.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\"\u003e \nUmekimoto Tanegashima Scissors Factory has a workshop in Tanegashima, Kagoshima Prefecture. Yoshifumi Makise, the 37th head of the family who had been protecting the traditions and techniques of Tanegashima scissors, passed away in 2016. Currently, Shoji Umeki, the only apprentice to the 37th head, has inherited the traditional techniques and is the only craftsman who can still make Tanegashima scissors using the traditional production techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/763431-4.myshopify.com\/collections\/umeki\"\u003eClick here for a list of works by Umekimoto Tanegahasa Seisakusho\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakimori-inkstand.pro\/blogs\/blog\/b20191101\"\u003eClick here to see the work in progress.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [The history of seed scissors] \nIn 1543, a Portuguese ship washed ashore on Tanegashima and brought guns with it, and at the same time, a blacksmith from China on board brought the technique of making scissors with a central fulcrum to the island's blacksmiths. Tanegashima has long been famous for its high-quality iron sand, and swordsmiths from all over Japan migrated to the island in search of high-quality iron, with many skilled craftsmen living on the island competing with each other in their forging techniques. In this way, scissors were made alongside sword and gun manufacturing, and after the sword ban was abolished, scissors became the main business, and eventually became a traditional industry on the island.\u003cbr\u003e\n Until the early Showa period, many blacksmiths would ring out the sounds of their hammers early in the morning, but as time passed, the sounds of hammering disappeared. Now, only one blacksmith, Umekimototane Scissors Factory, still makes scissors by hand, one by one, using the traditional manufacturing technique inherited from swordsmiths, the forge steel manufacturing method (forge welding).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n When cutting items the size of a newspaper.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n[Product name] Genuine seed scissors 7 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n [Package size (approx.)] W267 x D104 x H22mm\u003cbr\u003e\n [Product size (approx.)] Total length 21 cm (blade length 85 mm) x D68 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n [Material] Steel, iron\u003cbr\u003e\n Weight (approx.): 112g\u003cbr\u003e\n [Country of Origin] Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n [Notes] Designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique). Designated as a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ● Precautions for use\u003cbr\u003e\n -Iron scissors are more prone to rust than stainless steel scissors.\u003cbr\u003e\n To prevent rust as much as possible, wipe the item with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing it.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The blade has been specially processed using a process called \"neri.\" If you try to sharpen or remove rust yourself, the blade may become dull.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ●Please be sure to check before purchasing.\u003cbr\u003e\n -These scissors are made of iron, so there will be a slight smell of iron on your hands after use.\u003cbr\u003e \n・As all items are handmade, there may be individual differences in size, weight, color, unevenness, shape, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please enjoy this as a unique feature of this product, which is unlike any other in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please be aware of the above before making your purchase. ","brand":"梅木本種子鋏製作所","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43684775592108,"sku":"umeki50005","price":11000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/6404\/5740\/files\/umeki50005.jpg?v=1721513768"},{"product_id":"umeki50006","title":"Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory ｜ Hontane Scissors 8 inches ","description":"\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n The 8-inch Hontane Scissors are made by blacksmith Umeki Shoji of the Umeki Hontane Scissors Factory.\n Umeki's scissors are very rare and are completely hand-forged, starting from the forging process.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n The traditions and techniques of making genuine tane scissors have been preserved for generations by the Makise family of blacksmiths.\n The Makise family has a long history, beginning as swordsmiths, and after guns and central-fulcrum scissors were introduced, they became gun and scissors smiths, with over 1,000 years of history spanning from the first generation of swordsmiths to the 37th generation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nHowever, the 37th head of the Makise family, Yoshifumi Makise, passed away in 2016. The history of the Makise family has come to an end, but currently, Shoji Umeki, the only disciple of the 37th head of the family, has inherited the traditional techniques and continues to make Hontane Scissors using the traditional manufacturing techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n Today, Umeki is the only person who can preserve the traditional techniques of making hontane scissors and carry out all processes by hand. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [From left: 4 sun, 5 sun, 6 sun, 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e You can choose from 5 sizes depending on your needs.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most distinctive feature of these scissors is their twisted blades, called \"neri.\" This \"neri\" system sharpens the blades every time they meet at a single point. These wonderful scissors are designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique) and a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [4 sun (12 cm), blade length 45 mm] Suitable for cutting tasks using only the tip, such as cutting threads.\u003cbr\u003e \n[5 sun (15 cm), blade length 55 mm] For small cutting and cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n [6 sun (18 cm), blade length 65 mm] The perfect size for a wide range of uses.\u003cbr\u003e\n [7 sun (21 cm), blade length 85 mm] For cutting items the size of a newspaper.\u003cbr\u003e\n [8 sun (24 cm), blade length 100 mm] As a pair of scissors. Great for cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n The type of scissors introduced on this page is the 8-inch seed scissors. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Genuine seed scissors 8 inches]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e There are two outstanding features of this seed scissors.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n・Completely hand-forged scissors made by layering steel and base metal\u003cbr\u003e\n - A twisted blade called \"neri\" \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_3.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [8-inch genuine scissors for cutting fabric]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Completely hand-forged scissors made from forging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The completely hand-forged scissors are made by layering steel and base metal in a process called forging, in the same way as Japanese swords are made. The scissors are tempered and forged to create an exceptional sharpness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nForge welding requires the skill and experience of a craftsman, and it is said to be very difficult to get the temperature right and the force to apply. If you don't do it properly, the metal will peel off, and if you apply too much force, it will stick too well. It is a very delicate and time-consuming process. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_4.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_5.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [The irregular wavy pattern at the boundary between steel and iron is only possible because it is hand-forged]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Making hard and resilient scissors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Hardening and tempering the scissors create a strong, durable pair that is resistant to breaking. It is said that only about three pairs of scissors can be made per day, as they go through many processes. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_6.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e A twisted blade called \"neri\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most distinctive feature of the seed scissors is the twisted blade called \"neri.\"\u003cbr\u003e \nWhile the blades of ordinary scissors are made parallel to each other, Umeki's genuine seed scissors are bent in a smooth arc so that the blades meet at a single point. This \"kneading\" creates an outstanding sharpness and allows you to cut with less force.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eAnd it gets sharpened every time you cut.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n As you close the scissors, you can feel the blades rubbing against each other, sharpening them. This \"kneading\" process means that there is no need to sharpen the blades for years, and their sharpness will last a lifetime. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_7.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Using the \"neri\" technique, when the scissors are closed there is a gap and they are only connected at the central fulcrum] \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_8.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [As you close the scissors, you can hear them sharpening as they close]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Black and bold handle\u003c\/h2\u003e \nThe black handles, with their bold appearance, are made using a technique of hardening using rapeseed oil, which is also a gunsmithing technique that has been passed down for generations. Leaving the blackened surface of the hardening process intentionally helps prevent rust. These scissors are very attractive and have an excellent design. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_9.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_10.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Inscription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Finally, Umeki carves a signature to prove that it was made, and the piece is complete. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_11.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Left: 4 sun, 5 sun \/ Middle: 6 sun \/ Right: 7 sun, 8 sun]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Also great as a gift\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n These carefully handcrafted Tanegashima scissors have been treasured as wedding gifts and other celebratory items since ancient times, as the two blades of the scissors rub against each other, symbolizing the idea that \"two people should carve out their own path in life together.\" The scissors will be delivered in an elegant package. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_12.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Care instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e \nIron scissors are prone to rust. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend wiping them with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing them.\u003cbr\u003e\n If you try to remove the rust yourself, the knife may no longer be able to cut. If you are concerned about rust, we recommend that you ask Umekimoto Tanegashima Seisakusho to resharpen it.\u003cbr\u003e\n Even if these seed scissors become rusty, the cutting edge is constantly sharpened, so they will not become extremely dull unless the rivet part (screw) at the fulcrum becomes loose. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_13.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e [Genuine Seed Scissors 8 inch Back]\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Resharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n To ensure that you can use the knife for a long time, Umeki will provide sharpening and maintenance services.\n The round-trip shipping fee and maintenance fee will be borne by the customer, but we will provide resharpening and maintenance. If you would like this service, please contact us. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50006_14.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki_logo.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\"\u003e \nUmekimoto Tanegashima Scissors Factory has a workshop in Tanegashima, Kagoshima Prefecture. Yoshifumi Makise, the 37th head of the family who had been protecting the traditions and techniques of Tanegashima scissors, passed away in 2016. Currently, Shoji Umeki, the only apprentice to the 37th head, has inherited the traditional techniques and is the only craftsman who can still make Tanegashima scissors using the traditional production techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/763431-4.myshopify.com\/collections\/umeki\"\u003eClick here for a list of works by Umekimoto Tanegahasa Seisakusho\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakimori-inkstand.pro\/blogs\/blog\/b20191101\"\u003eClick here to see the work in progress.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n [The history of seed scissors] \nIn 1543, a Portuguese ship washed ashore on Tanegashima and brought guns with it, and at the same time, a blacksmith from China on board brought the technique of making scissors with a central fulcrum to the island's blacksmiths. Tanegashima has long been famous for its high-quality iron sand, and swordsmiths from all over Japan migrated to the island in search of high-quality iron, with many skilled craftsmen living on the island competing with each other in their forging techniques. In this way, scissors were made alongside sword and gun manufacturing, and after the sword ban was abolished, scissors became the main business, eventually becoming a traditional industry on the island.\u003cbr\u003e\n Until the early Showa period, many blacksmiths would ring out the sounds of their hammers early in the morning, but as time passed, the sounds of hammering disappeared. Now, only one blacksmith, Umekimototane Scissors Factory, still makes scissors by hand, one by one, using the traditional manufacturing technique inherited from swordsmiths, the forge steel manufacturing method (forge welding).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n As a pair of scissors, they are great for cutting fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n[Product name] Genuine seed scissors 8 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n [Package size (approx.)] W267 x D104 x H22mm\u003cbr\u003e\n [Product size (approx.)] Total length 24cm (blade length 100mm) x D76mm\u003cbr\u003e\n [Material] Steel, iron\u003cbr\u003e\n Weight (approx.): 182g\u003cbr\u003e\n [Country of Origin] Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n [Notes] Designated as a nationally selected intangible folk cultural property (folk technique). Designated as a traditional craft of Kagoshima Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ● Precautions for use\u003cbr\u003e\n -Iron scissors are more prone to rust than stainless steel scissors.\u003cbr\u003e\n To prevent rust as much as possible, wipe the item with a cloth soaked in oil or tissue paper after each use before storing it.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The blade has been specially processed using a process called \"neri.\" If you try to sharpen or remove rust yourself, the blade may become dull.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n ●Please be sure to check before purchasing.\u003cbr\u003e\n -These scissors are made of iron, so there will be a slight smell of iron on your hands after use.\u003cbr\u003e \n・As all items are handmade, there may be individual differences in size, weight, color, unevenness, shape, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please enjoy this as a unique feature of this product, which is unlike any other in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\n Please be aware of the above before making your purchase.","brand":"梅木本種子鋏製作所","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43684775624876,"sku":"umeki50006","price":13200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/6404\/5740\/files\/umeki50006.jpg?v=1721513841"},{"product_id":"umeki50007","title":"梅木本種子鋏製作所 ｜ 種子包丁 小 12cm","description":"\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n鹿児島・種子島に工房を構える「梅木本種子鋏製作所」。\u003cbr\u003e\n鍛冶職人・梅木昌二さんによって作られる種子包丁12cmです。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n刀鍛冶や鉄砲鍛冶の歴史をもつ種子島。その長い年月の中で脈々と受け継がれてきた鍛冶技術によって一本一本、手打ちで丁寧に作られています。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n梅木さんは、種子鋏と種子包丁の伝統と技術を守り続けてきた37代目・牧瀬義文氏唯一の弟子。いまもなお、その技を絶やすことなく受け継いでいます。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n鹿児島県からは種子鋏とともに「伝統工芸品」に指定されています。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e強くしなやかな刃\u003c\/h2\u003e\n12cmの刃は、ペティナイフとしての取り回しのよさが魅力。果物の皮むき、トマトのヘタ取り、レモンのくり抜き、肉の細切り下ごしらえに、細かな作業に活躍するサイズです。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nメインの包丁に加えてもう一本あると便利なのがペティナイフ。調理の幅が広がり、作業もぐっとスムーズになります。一人暮らしやコンパクトな台所なら、この一本で日常の調理を十分にこなすこともできます。取り回しがよく、手に馴染みやすいです。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\"火造りをし、叩いて鍛える\" 梅木さんの種子包丁は、加熱の温度や火の入れ方、叩く具合ひとつで刃の性質が変わるため、仕上がりは職人の経験と感覚に委ねられます。\n最後は職人自らが一本一本手研ぎで仕上げ、切れ味抜群の強くしなやかな刃が生まれます。\u2028食材の繊維をつぶさず、旨味を引き立てる切れ味が、日々の料理をより美味しくしてくれます。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e研ぎ直し\u003c\/h2\u003e\n末長くお使いいただけるように、梅木さんによる研ぎ直しメンテナンスを承っております。 往復送料とメンテナンス料がお客様のご負担となりますが、研ぎ直しメンテナンスをいたします。ご希望の場合は弊店までお問い合わせください。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n【サイズ（約）】全長240mm（刃渡り約120mm）\u003cbr\u003e\n【重量（約）】66g\u003cbr\u003e\n【素材】刃：安来鋼白紙2号・鉄、柄：朴の木、固定具：プラスチック\u003cbr\u003e\n【仕様】両刃、黒打仕上げ\u003cbr\u003e\n【生産国】日本\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n●ご使用上の注意\u003cbr\u003e\n・刃先が鋭利ですので、扱いには十分ご注意ください。\u003cbr\u003e\n・硬いものを無理に切ろうとしないでください。刃こぼれの恐れがあります。\u003cbr\u003e\n・ご使用後は水分を拭き、十分に乾燥させてください。\u003cbr\u003e\n・長期使用しないい場合は、全体に食油を薄く塗って保管してください。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n●ご購入の前に\u003cbr\u003e\n・一本一本手作業で作られているため、サイズや形状に若干の個体差がございます。\u003cbr\u003e\n・天然木を使用しているため、木目や色合いに違いがございます。\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki_logo.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\"\u003e\n鹿児島県種子島に工房を構える「梅木本種子鋏製作所」。種子鋏と種子包丁の伝統と技術を守ってきた37代目・牧瀬義文氏が2016年に他界。現在は37代目唯一の弟子である梅木昌二さんがその伝統の技を受け継ぎ、種子鋏、種子包丁の伝統的な制作技法を守って作れる唯一の職人です。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/763431-4.myshopify.com\/collections\/umeki\"\u003e梅木本種子鋏製作所の作品一覧はこちら\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakimori-inkstand.pro\/blogs\/blog\/b20191101\"\u003e作業風景はこちら\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_1.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_2.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_3.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_4.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_5.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_6.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_7.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_8.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_9.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e［左から種子包丁 小 12cm、大 18cm、中 15cm］\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_10.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e焼印や柄は、手仕事ならではの個体差があります。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50007_11.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e","brand":"梅木本種子鋏製作所","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45346995470508,"sku":"umeki50007","price":6600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/6404\/5740\/files\/umeki50007.jpg?v=1771801453"},{"product_id":"umeki50008","title":"梅木本種子鋏製作所 ｜ 種子包丁 中 15cm","description":"\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n鹿児島・種子島に工房を構える「梅木本種子鋏製作所」。\u003cbr\u003e\n鍛冶職人・梅木昌二さんによって作られる種子包丁15cmです。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n刀鍛冶や鉄砲鍛冶の歴史をもつ種子島。その長い年月の中で脈々と受け継がれてきた鍛冶技術によって一本一本、手打ちで丁寧に作られています。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n梅木さんは、種子鋏と種子包丁の伝統と技術を守り続けてきた37代目・牧瀬義文氏唯一の弟子。いまもなお、その技を絶やすことなく受け継いでいます。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n鹿児島県からは種子鋏とともに「伝統工芸品」に指定されています。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e強くしなやかな刃\u003c\/h2\u003e\n種子包丁15cmは、肉・魚・野菜までこなせる、まさに万能サイズ。小さめの三徳包丁として日々の料理全般に対応できる一方で、ペティナイフのように細かな切り物も得意です。肉の下ごしらえ、玉ねぎ・にんじんのカット、トマトやリンゴなどの果物まで、これ1本で幅広い調理シーンに活躍します。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n一人暮らしやコンパクトな台所なら、15cmの包丁1本あれば日常の調理を十分にこなすことができます。取り回しがよく、手に馴染みやすいです。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\"火造りをし、叩いて鍛える\" 梅木さんの種子包丁は、加熱の温度や火の入れ方、叩く具合ひとつで刃の性質が変わるため、仕上がりは職人の経験と感覚に委ねられます。\n最後は職人自らが一本一本手研ぎで仕上げ、切れ味抜群の強くしなやかな刃が生まれます。食材の繊維をつぶさず、旨味を引き立てる切れ味が、日々の料理をより美味しくしてくれます。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e研ぎ直し\u003c\/h2\u003e\n末長くお使いいただけるように、梅木さんによる研ぎ直しメンテナンスを承っております。 往復送料とメンテナンス料がお客様のご負担となりますが、研ぎ直しメンテナンスをいたします。ご希望の場合は弊店までお問い合わせください。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n【サイズ（約）】全長280mm（刃渡り約150mm）\u003cbr\u003e\n【重量（約）】95g\u003cbr\u003e\n【素材】刃：安来鋼白紙2号・鉄、柄：朴の木、固定具：プラスチック\u003cbr\u003e\n【仕様】両刃、黒打仕上げ\u003cbr\u003e\n【生産国】日本\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n●ご使用上の注意\u003cbr\u003e\n・刃先が鋭利ですので、扱いには十分ご注意ください。\u003cbr\u003e\n・硬いものを無理に切ろうとしないでください。刃こぼれの恐れがあります。\u003cbr\u003e\n・ご使用後は水分を拭き、十分に乾燥させてください。\u003cbr\u003e\n・長期使用しないい場合は、全体に食油を薄く塗って保管してください。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n●ご購入の前に\u003cbr\u003e\n・一本一本手作業で作られているため、サイズや形状に若干の個体差がございます。\u003cbr\u003e\n・天然木を使用しているため、木目や色合いに違いがございます。\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki_logo.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\"\u003e\n鹿児島県種子島に工房を構える「梅木本種子鋏製作所」。種子鋏と種子包丁の伝統と技術を守ってきた37代目・牧瀬義文氏が2016年に他界。現在は37代目唯一の弟子である梅木昌二さんがその伝統の技を受け継ぎ、種子鋏、種子包丁の伝統的な制作技法を守って作れる唯一の職人です。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/763431-4.myshopify.com\/collections\/umeki\"\u003e梅木本種子鋏製作所の作品一覧はこちら\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakimori-inkstand.pro\/blogs\/blog\/b20191101\"\u003e作業風景はこちら\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_1.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_2.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_3.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_4.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_5.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_6.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_7.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_8.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_9.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e［左から種子包丁 小 12cm、大 18cm、中 15cm］\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_10.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e焼印や柄は、手仕事ならではの個体差があります。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50008_11.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e","brand":"梅木本種子鋏製作所","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45360927309996,"sku":"umeki50008","price":8250.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/6404\/5740\/files\/umeki50008.jpg?v=1772201215"},{"product_id":"umeki50009","title":"梅木本種子鋏製作所 ｜ 種子包丁 大 18cm","description":"\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki50009.jpg\" alt=\"種子包丁\"\u003e\n鹿児島・種子島に工房を構える「梅木本種子鋏製作所」。\u003cbr\u003e\n鍛冶職人・梅木昌二さんによって作られる種子包丁18cmです。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n刀鍛冶や鉄砲鍛冶の歴史をもつ種子島。その長い年月の中で脈々と受け継がれてきた鍛冶技術によって一本一本、手打ちで丁寧に作られています。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n梅木さんは、種子鋏と種子包丁の伝統と技術を守り続けてきた37代目・牧瀬義文氏唯一の弟子。いまもなお、その技を絶やすことなく受け継いでいます。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n鹿児島県からは種子鋏とともに「伝統工芸品」に指定されています。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e強くしなやかな刃\u003c\/h2\u003e\n種子包丁18cmは、肉・魚・野菜までこなせる、まさに万能サイズ。肉のカットや大根・キャベツの乱切り、厚みのある根菜類まで、メインの包丁として幅広い調理シーンに活躍します。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n長めの刃渡りは、長い食材でも一気にスパッと切れる切れ味と安定感を両立。刃のしなやかさと鋭さが、食材の繊維を逃さず、滑らかな切り心地を生み出します。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\"火造りをし、叩いて鍛える\" 梅木さんの種子包丁は、加熱の温度や火の入れ方、叩く具合ひとつで刃の性質が変わるため、仕上がりは職人の経験と感覚に委ねられます。\n最後は職人自らが一本一本手研ぎで仕上げ、切れ味抜群の強くしなやかな刃が生まれます。食材の繊維をつぶさず、旨味を引き立てる切れ味が、日々の料理をより美味しくしてくれます。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e研ぎ直し\u003c\/h2\u003e\n末長くお使いいただけるように、梅木さんによる研ぎ直しメンテナンスを承っております。 往復送料とメンテナンス料がお客様のご負担となりますが、研ぎ直しメンテナンスをいたします。ご希望の場合は弊店までお問い合わせください。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n【サイズ（約）】全長320mm（刃渡り約180mm）\u003cbr\u003e\n【重量（約）】138g\u003cbr\u003e\n【素材】刃：安来鋼白紙2号・鉄、柄：朴の木、固定具：プラスチック\u003cbr\u003e\n【仕様】両刃、黒打仕上げ\u003cbr\u003e\n【生産国】日本\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n●ご使用上の注意\u003cbr\u003e\n・刃先が鋭利ですので、扱いには十分ご注意ください。\u003cbr\u003e\n・硬いものを無理に切ろうとしないでください。刃こぼれの恐れがあります。\u003cbr\u003e\n・ご使用後は水分を拭き、十分に乾燥させてください。\u003cbr\u003e\n・長期使用しないい場合は、全体に食油を薄く塗って保管してください。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n●ご購入の前に\u003cbr\u003e\n・一本一本手作業で作られているため、サイズや形状に若干の個体差がございます。\u003cbr\u003e\n・天然木を使用しているため、木目や色合いに違いがございます。\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/kougeishop\/cabinet\/umeki\/umeki_logo.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\"\u003e\n鹿児島県種子島に工房を構える「梅木本種子鋏製作所」。種子鋏と種子包丁の伝統と技術を守ってきた37代目・牧瀬義文氏が2016年に他界。現在は37代目唯一の弟子である梅木昌二さんがその伝統の技を受け継ぎ、種子鋏、種子包丁の伝統的な制作技法を守って作れる唯一の職人です。\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca 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