Descripción
Premium Karin (Quince) | Handmade in Japan | Fits 150–210mm Blades
The handle is where craftsmanship meets character.
It is the part of the knife that connects every movement, every cut, and every meal, transforming an exceptional blade into a tool that feels uniquely your own.
Handcrafted by Image Plant in Japan, this premium pentagonal wa-handle is crafted from Karin (Quince), one of the most admired hardwoods used in Japanese knife handles. Celebrated for its rich golden-brown colour, graceful figuring, and outstanding stability, Karin embodies the quiet elegance that defines traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Karin is prized for more than its appearance. Naturally dense and durable, it offers a reassuring balance in the hand while remaining comfortable during extended use. Over time, the wood develops a deeper patina, enriching its warm tones and giving each handle even greater character as it ages.
Its refined beauty pairs effortlessly with virtually every blade finish, from polished migaki and intricate Damascus to traditional kasumi and rustic kurouchi. Whether mounted on a modern stainless gyuto or a handcrafted carbon steel blade, Karin enhances the knife without overpowering it, allowing the craftsmanship of both the blade and handle to complement one another.
The pentagonal profile provides a distinctive ergonomic feel that naturally indexes the blade in your hand, offering excellent control and comfort during extended use. Whether you're a professional chef or an enthusiastic home cook, the handle feels secure, balanced, and intuitive from the very first cut.
Designed for knives with blade lengths between 150mm and 210mm, this versatile handle is perfectly suited for petty knives, bunka, santoku, gyuto, and other medium-sized Japanese blades.
Because each handle is handcrafted from natural wood, no two are ever exactly alike. Variations in colour, grain, and figure are part of what makes every piece unique.
Specifications
- Maker: Image Plant
- Handle Style: Pentagonal (Wa Handle)
- Material: Karin (Quince)
- Size: Medium (M)
- Recommended Blade Length: 150–210mm
- Made in: Ibaraki, Japan
This product ships from Japan, we cannot control duties or taxes for various countries.
== Shipping cost ==
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We currently have special volume discount from FedEx and you will be able to choose which shipping option based on price and delivery schedule.
== Global shipment ==
We ship globally. However this is controlled by Japanese government and FedEx shipping policy. There are some countries we are prohibited to ship and we are sorry but this is not under our control.
== Signature required ==
Any shipment with the value over USD150 will be shipped with “signature required” option with FedEx.
== Product return ==
We only accept products returns with original packaging that is not open and no damage to the product. Please pay shipping on your own back to our Tokyo warehouse.
== Shipment schedule ==
All our products are shipped directly from our Tokyo warehouse. Any orders received before 12pm Monday to Friday (Japan time) will be shipped during the same day. Any orders received after 12pm Monday to Friday (Japan time) will be shipped on the next business day. We do not ship on the weekend (Saturday & Sunday) Japan time. We also observe Japanese national holidays and other customary holidays.