[Seki Japanese Art Petty Knife] Gen (With Custom Saya) | Atelier Kawakami Akari

A special Japanese art petty knife crafted by Atelier Kawakami, specialists in custom scabbard (saya) painting, featuring a premium blade forged in Seki City—one of the world's three great cutlery capitals.

■ ORIGINAL TECHNIQUE "GEN" — A MAGNIFICENT STONE-TEXTURED JET BLACK SAYA Coated in a heavy, matte "stone-grain texture" reminiscent of polished ore, the scabbard (saya) is finished using our proprietary painting technique. This unique finish provides a scratch-resistant, tactile grip alongside an overwhelming, dignified presence.

■ SEKI CRAFTSMANSHIP WITH ONE-OF-A-KIND ELEGANCE In contrast to the matte scabbard, the handle shines softly in sleek gloss black, accented by a striking gold tip. Paired with a 120mm hammered (tsuchime) blade crafted in Seki City—renowned worldwide for its cutlery heritage—this compact petty knife radiates quiet authority and elegance like a fine art sword.

【SPECIFICATIONS】

• Product Name: Gen (玄)

• Type: Japanese Art Petty Knife with Custom Saya

• Blade: 120 mm Tsuchime (Hammered) Stainless Steel (Forged in Seki City, Japan)

• Saya (Scabbard): Hand-painted stone-textured matte black finish

• Handle: Hand-painted gloss black with gold end-accent

• Size: Petty Knife (Blade length approx. 120 mm / 4.7 in)

[Special Notice: Exhibition at "MAG8" in Shibuya, Tokyo]

This artwork will be featured in the "MAG8" exhibition held from October 12–25, 2026. Please note that shipping for the in-stock item will begin sequentially after the exhibition ends, starting October 26.

[Availability & Delivery]

• In-Stock Item: Limited to 1 piece (Ships sequentially from October 26, following the "MAG8" exhibition)

• Made-to-Order (2nd piece onwards): Ships in approximately 3 months after order confirmation, as each item is individually crafted by our artisan.

【⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE BEFORE PURCHASING】

※ Because the scabbard and handle are individually hand-painted with custom artisan techniques, slight variations in texture and surface contours will occur. Please enjoy the unique character of handcrafted art.