{"title":"Michi Hamono Wood Carving Tools","description":null,"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":"michi-hamono-hook-carving-knife","title":"Michi Hamono Hook Carving Knife – Aogami #2 Steel, 160 mm","description":"\u003ch3\u003eJapanese hook carving knife for spoon bowls and tight hollows\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Michi Hamono hook carving knife is designed for spoon carving, small bowls and controlled hollowing work. The short curved blade focuses the cut, making it useful for shaping the inside of spoon bowls and other tight concave forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Miki, Japan, it uses Aogami No.2 laminated steel for strong edge retention and clean cutting feel. The compact 160mm form and zelkova handle give secure control for careful pull cuts and thumb-assisted strokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHook knife vs carving set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose this hook knife \u003c\/strong\u003eif you specifically need to hollow spoon bowls or small concave shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose a full carving set \u003c\/strong\u003eif you want multiple profiles for general shaping, paring and detail work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are starting from scratch, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cypress-complete-spoon-carving-set\"\u003eCypress complete spoon carving set\u003c\/a\u003e.\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 as your only carving tool if you need straight paring, layout or general shaping profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not buy this for prying, twisting or rough stock removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not buy carbon steel if you want a tool that can be stored wet without care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare expectations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe clean after each session and dry thoroughly. Strop regularly to maintain sharpness, and re-sharpen on waterstones when stropping no longer restores the edge. Store dry with the blade cap in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor stones, oil and rust removal, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-tool-care-sharpening\"\u003eJapanese tool care and sharpening\u003c\/a\u003e. For related tools, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-carving-knives-spoon-tools\"\u003eJapanese carving knives and spoon tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40651372036168,"sku":"VH177","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/irodori-vh177-keyaki-hook-carving-knife-5.webp?v=1754724389"},{"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"},{"product_id":"hinoki-teaspoon-blank-pair","title":"Michi Hamono Hinoki Cypress Teaspoon Blank Pair","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRough-shaped hinoki teaspoon blanks for spoon carving practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Michi Hamono hinoki teaspoon blanks are sold as a pair and rough-shaped so you can start carving sooner. The basic teaspoon form is already established, which removes the milling and roughing-out stage and lets you focus on refining the bowl, handle and final profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHinoki, or Japanese cypress, is pleasant to carve and forgiving for small hand-tool projects. The pair format is useful for practice: treat the first blank as a learning piece, then use the second to improve your cuts and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner spoon carving practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall hand-tool projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTesting knife control and grain direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding extra practice material to a carving kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat these blanks are not\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are not finished spoons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are not a complete carving kit; tools are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are not intended for heavy power-tool shaping or large bowl carving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinishing and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse sharp carving tools, work with the grain and sand if desired. If the spoon will be used, apply a suitable food-safe finish and allow it to cure properly. Store unused blanks dry and away from direct moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cypress-complete-spoon-carving-set\"\u003eCypress complete spoon carving set\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/michi-hamono-hook-carving-knife\"\u003eMichi Hamono hook carving knife\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-carving-knives-spoon-tools\"\u003eJapanese carving knives and spoon tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michi Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41072652615752,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/Michi_Hamono_Hinoki_Cypress_Teaspoon_Blank_Pair.jpg?v=1775354618"}],"url":"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/collections\/michi-hamono.oembed","provider":"East-West Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}