{"title":"Japanese Tool Kits","description":"\u003cp\u003eJapanese tool kits are practical starter setups for carving, spoon work, woodworking and learning Japanese hand tools. This collection focuses on kits where the parts are already matched to a project or skill level, so you can start without guessing what belongs together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor grouped product sets built around pruning, digging or garden maintenance, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-tool-bundles\"\u003eJapanese tool bundles\u003c\/a\u003e. For oils, stones and maintenance products, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-tool-care-sharpening\"\u003eJapanese tool care and sharpening\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-carving-knives-spoon-tools\"\u003eJapanese carving knives and spoon tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cypress-complete-spoon-carving-set","title":"Cypress complete spoon carving knife set","description":"\u003ch3\u003eComplete Japanese spoon carving kit for a first project\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cypress spoon carving set gives beginners and hobby carvers the core tools and materials to start a small spoon project without preparing timber from scratch. It includes three Japanese carving tools, pre-shaped cypress blanks, sanding paper and a slim kiri storage box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is useful because the project is already narrowed down. You are not guessing which tool to buy first or spending time milling timber before learning the cuts. You can focus on shaping the handle, hollowing the bowl and refining the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this set is best for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner spoon carving and small timber projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning controlled cuts, grain direction and surface finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarvers who want a compact kit rather than separate loose tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers looking for a practical Japanese carving set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree Japanese carving tools for shaping, hollowing and refining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-shaped cypress spoon blanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof sanding paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiri storage box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should not buy this\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not buy this if you already have spoon carving tools and only need extra timber blanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not buy this for large bowls or heavy carving work; it is aimed at small spoon projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not buy carbon steel tools if you want blades that can be stored wet without care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare expectations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean dust and resin from the tools after use, dry thoroughly and keep the edges sharp. For longer storage, apply a light coat of camellia oil to the steel. Store the set dry in the kiri box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd extra practice material with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hinoki-teaspoon-blank-pair\"\u003eMichi Hamono hinoki teaspoon blank pair\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-carving-knives-spoon-tools\"\u003eJapanese carving knives and spoon tools\u003c\/a\u003e for related carving tools.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40568775016520,"sku":"VH157","price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/0001-8283715821404963174.png?v=1751119705"},{"product_id":"vintage-kakuri-tool-kit","title":"Vintage Kakuri My Home Woodworking Tool Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eVintage Kakuri Japanese home woodworking kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Kakuri My Home woodworking kit is an old-stock Japanese tool set suited to collectors, display or anyone interested in compact home woodworking kits. Stock is unavailable on this page, so treat it as a reference listing unless restocked manually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor current tools, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-tool-kits-bundles\"\u003eJapanese tool kits and bundles\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-woodworking-tools-saws\"\u003eJapanese woodworking tools and saws\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40581823627336,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/0001-8014625838870767735.png?v=1751199448"},{"product_id":"vintage-kakuri-diy-kit","title":"Vintage Kakuri Japanese Woodworking DIY Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eVintage Kakuri Japanese woodworking kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Kakuri Japanese woodworking kit is an old-stock set suited to collectors, display or anyone interested in compact Japanese hand-tool kits. Stock is unavailable on this page, so treat it as a reference listing unless restocked manually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor current tools, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-tool-kits-bundles\"\u003eJapanese tool kits and bundles\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-woodworking-tools-saws\"\u003eJapanese woodworking tools and saws\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40581824249928,"sku":"","price":170.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/0001-4368961941478225529.png?v=1751199147"},{"product_id":"michi-hamono-kuksa-diy-wooden-mug-kit","title":"Michi Hamono “Kuksa” DIY Wooden Mug Kit – Katsura Wood","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDIY wooden kuksa kit with the hard hollowing already done\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michi Hamono Kuksa DIY Wooden Mug Kit is a practical carving and shaping project using a semi-processed Katsura wood blank. The inside bowl is already hollowed, so you can focus on shaping the outside, refining the handle and finishing the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included half-round rasp removes material from curves and flats, while the wet-and-dry papers refine the surface. No chisels are required to complete the basic project, although a carving knife can be added later for facets, crisp edges or extra shaping detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-hollowed Katsura wooden kuksa blank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf-round rasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet-and-dry sanding papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProject-focused setup for shaping and finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner-friendly hand shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA weekend woodworking project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers looking for a useful handmade result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarvers who want a ready-prepared blank rather than milling timber first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should not buy this\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not buy this if you want to carve the entire cup from a raw block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not buy this if you are expecting a finished cup straight out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not put the finished cup in a dishwasher or leave it soaking in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinishing and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter shaping, remove dust and apply a suitable food-safe drying oil. Re-oil when the surface looks dry. Hand wash only, dry promptly and avoid soaking or dishwashers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse related \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-carving-knives-spoon-tools\"\u003eJapanese carving knives and spoon tools\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-woodworking-tools-saws\"\u003eJapanese woodworking tools and saws\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-tool-care-sharpening\"\u003eJapanese tool care and sharpening\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40651453923400,"sku":"VH174","price":72.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/Untitleddesign.png?v=1754738354"},{"product_id":"little-jizo-carving-kit","title":"Michi Hamono Little Jizo Carving Kit for Beginners","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBeginner Japanese carving kit with a meaningful first project\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michi Hamono Little Jizo Carving Kit is a complete introduction to Japanese wood carving for beginners. It includes a prepared hinoki blank, six carving tools, blade caps, case and an illustrated guide so you can learn tool control while carving a small Jizo figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a disposable craft kit, this set is built around real carving tools from Michi Hamono in Miki, Hyogo. The tools use Aogami Blue No.2 carbon steel, giving beginners a proper introduction to sharp Japanese carving tools rather than blunt hobby blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHinoki wood blank for the Jizo figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat chisel, 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife tool, 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGouges, 3mm, 6mm and 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV gouge, 3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool case, blade caps and illustrated manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner wood carving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers looking for a thoughtful Japanese craft kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning basic shaping, slicing, gouging and detail cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow, hands-on creative work rather than a throwaway craft project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to understand before buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are sharp carbon steel tools. The kit is beginner-friendly, but it still requires careful hand position, patience and respect for the edge. It is not a children’s toy or a no-risk craft activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJizo, or Jizo Bosatsu, is a well-known figure in Japanese Buddhism, often associated with compassion, protection and quiet presence. This kit is best treated as a respectful carving project rooted in Japanese culture rather than as a novelty ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare expectations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the blades clean after use and store them dry with the protective caps fitted. Avoid twisting or levering the blades. When the tools begin to feel forced, sharpen rather than pushing harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse related \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-carving-knives-spoon-tools\"\u003eJapanese carving knives and spoon tools\u003c\/a\u003e, the broader \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-woodworking-tools-saws\"\u003eJapanese woodworking tools and saws\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-tool-care-sharpening\"\u003eJapanese tool care and sharpening\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michi Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41058013970504,"sku":"VH139","price":310.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/Michi_Hamono_Little_Jizo_Carving_Kit_for_Beginners_d0ecf1d5-5e0b-4542-9815-8ada148b1017.jpg?v=1775274496"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/collections\/Tobisho_Type_B_Pruning_Shears_Maintenance_Bundle_7ae4c637-37ad-4aca-a5ef-50e2da549e47.jpg?v=1782202896","url":"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/collections\/japanese-tool-kits.oembed","provider":"East-West Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}