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Morimoto Paper Knives | Handcrafted Japanese Letter Openers

Morimoto Paper Knives | Handcrafted Japanese Letter Openers

  • Delivery: 7 to 90 days
$645.00 USD
$645.00 USD
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Model

The Morimoto Paper Knife is not an ordinary letter opener. Each one is forged by skilled artisans in Sakai, Osaka, using the same traditional techniques applied to Japanese kitchen knives. These knives embody precision, beauty, and symbolism, making them both practical tools and meaningful keepsakes.

The blade is made of carbon steel, a material prized for its sharpness, durability, and clean cutting edge. Its hardened structure ensures smooth slicing through paper and envelopes, demonstrating the craftsmanship of blades made for culinary mastery.

The handle combines tin and rosewood, balancing modern refinement with natural warmth. Tin offers a silvery-white luster and has long been associated with purification in Japanese culture. Rosewood, valued for its density and rich color, adds elegance and depth. Together, they create a handle that is both durable and visually striking.

Traditionally, blades forged from iron are believed to carry protective qualities. They are thought to “cut away evil” and clear paths for new beginnings. For this reason, the Morimoto paper knife is often given as a gift for career milestones, academic achievements, or life transitions. Its symbolic meaning makes it a talisman for success and renewal.

Each paper knife is compact, lightweight, and balanced for comfortable use. A clear acrylic block pedestal is included, allowing it to be displayed as an art piece when not in use. For a personalized touch, names (up to three characters in kanji, hiragana, katakana, or roman letters) can be engraved, making it a distinctive and lasting gift.

 

Variants

1. Paper Knife with Suminagashi (Marbled Pattern)

Features a blade with flowing Suminagashi patterns, symbolizing water, continuity, and harmony.

2. Paper Knife with Black Dye Finish

A darker finish that emphasizes sharp contrasts and modern simplicity.

3. Paper Knife Standard Specification with Cutting

Classic design with a straightforward polished blade, showcasing the elegance of forged steel.

 

Specifications

Maker: Morimoto Knife Manufacturers

Origin: Osaka, Japan

Technique: Sakai Forged Blades

Blade Material: Carbon steel

Handle Material: Tin and rosewood

Size: 6.88 × 0.47 × 0.47 in. (17.5 × 1.2 × 1.2 cm)

Blade length: 1.95 in. (7.5 cm)

Handle length: 3.93 in. (10 cm)

Weight: 0.06 lbs (27 g)

Accessories: Acrylic pedestal (20 × 2.9 × 2.5 cm)

Customization: Name engraving available (up to 3 characters, max. 10 strokes)

Care: Not suitable for dishwasher, oven, microwave, or direct fire

Delivery: 1-3 weeks

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Handcrafted takes time. Every piece is made for you and packed for safe travel. Delivery may take 30 days or more.
Japanese collections can take up to 3 months because artists sculpt each order from scratch.
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Tracking is always sent upon dispatch.
The wait protects quality and value.

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