Vintage Kakuri My Home Woodworking Tool Kit

Vintage Kakuri My Home Woodworking Tool Kit

$200.00

A vintage Kakuri “My Home” woodworking kit from Miki, Japan. Complete in its red fitted case with saw, plane, chisels and essentials. Perth dispatch, Australia wide. One-off collectible you can also put to work.

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Description

Complete Vintage Japanese Woodworking Set


Shipped from Perth, Australia, this Kakuri “My Home” kit is an original DIY set from Japan’s Showa era. It arrives in its red fitted case with a curated selection of hand tools for small furniture, repair, and hobby builds, offering both collectible value and real workshop use.

The set combines core Japanese tools selected for versatility. A double-edged ryoba handles rip and cross cuts. A compact kanna plane suits smoothing and fitting. Bench chisels, a marking gauge, hammer, rasp or file, and measuring tools round out the essentials, all seated in a molded tray. Tools are Kakuri manufacture from Miki, Hyogo. As with period kits, steels are high carbon tool steels appropriate to each piece, tuned for easy sharpening and a fine edge. Layout and contents match the “My Home” export series known for quality at an accessible level.

As a vintage kit, sharpen before use and oil all steel to prevent rust. Store dry and avoid prolonged humidity. For complementary modern tools and consumables, browse our Japanese Woodworking Tools.

Tip: Tune the kanna with a light back flatten and micro-bevel, then set a fine shaving for best finish on softwoods and cedar.

Specifications
  • Set contents: Ryoba saw, kanna plane, chisels, hammer, marking gauge, rasp, ruler, and accessories
  • Case dimensions: Approx. 45–50 cm length
  • Steel stocked: High carbon tool steel (vintage specification)
  • Maker: Kakuri, Miki City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
  • Era: Late Showa period (1970s–1980s)
  • Handles: Timber handles with traditional rattan-wrapped saw handle
  • Joint: Laminated iron in kanna, riveted and fitted joints throughout
  • Other sizes available to order: Not applicable; one-off vintage set
Maintenance

Inspect and sharpen all cutting edges before first use. Use fine whetstones to restore sharpness. Apply light camellia oil after each session to prevent rust and maintain the vintage steel. Avoid leaving tools in damp conditions or in direct sunlight. Store the kit closed in its case when not in use.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the kit complete and original?

Yes. The tools shown are period Kakuri items seated in the original molded tray within the red case.

Can I use the tools or is it only for display?

You can use them. Expect to sharpen and lightly tune the edges, then oil after use to protect the vintage steel.

What era is “My Home” from?

Late Showa period. These export DIY kits were common in the 1970s–1980s and are now collectible.

Where was it made?

Miki, Hyogo, Japan by Kakuri, a long-standing maker of Japanese woodworking tools.

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