Since ancient times, in the Osafune area of Bizen, Japanese sword smiths have forged katana as sacred treasures. Swordsmith Kazuki Kawashima of Osafune crafts these paper knives in addition to forging katana, at his workshop. Many customers both in Japan and abroad purchase these as gifts for their loved ones, as a form of prayer. As a talisman: It possesses not only excellent sharpness but also dignity and elegance, carrying the wish to keep you safe. Katana have been believed to protect their owners as a substitute. As a lucky charm: Blades have been considered items of good fortune in Japan, believed to "cut open" good luck. This product is also available at the gallery shop attached to the Osafune Katana Museum, and is not available in most other shops. －Shipping Details－ The maker's mark is engraved on the back of the paper knife's handle. It will be shipped in a paper cover and a Kiri box. Custom orders for name engraving and box inscription are available. Please contact us for details.