A "kuri-kogatana" (carving knife) is a small knife characterized by its long, slender blade. It is suitable for detailed work and processing in areas that are difficult to reach with ordinary blades, such as model making, bamboo crafts, and carving intricate designs or curved surfaces in wood. Features: Shape: The long, slender blade excels at processing small inner curves and fine details. Uses: It is used for model making, bamboo crafts, gardening, school crafts, carving intricate designs in wood, and processing fine details in Buddhist statue carving. Sharpness: It uses the highest quality blade steel and has excellent sharpness.