Yahatamaru・八幡丸・Kamisori

Following the centuries-old tradition of Japanese sword making, this kamisori is hand forged from two distinct layers — a high carbon steel cutting edge and a soft iron body.

The hard steel delivers a remarkably fine edge, while the iron provides the flexibility needed for a controlled, precise shave.
This blade is intentionally non-stainless. Stainless alloys sacrifice hardness for corrosion resistance, but the high carbon steel used here achieves a superior level of sharpness that holds its edge far longer between honings.
This is the same principle that has guided Japanese bladesmiths for centuries — performance over convenience.
To preserve your kamisori, simply wipe the blade dry after each use and apply a thin layer of protective oil. With proper care, this razor will serve you for a lifetime.

The handle is wrapped in Japanese rattan using a traditional binding technique, offering a secure and comfortable grip. The blade rests in an upcycled vintage Japanese silk kimono cloth, inside a handcrafted paulownia wood box — a naturally moisture-regulating wood used for centuries in Japan to protect precious objects.

Every kamisori we offer is fully disinfected, honed and shave ready.

In Japan, kamisori are used not only for men's beard grooming but also for delicate facial hair removal for women — a testament to the refined sharpness of these blades.

from the series Elegant Five-Needled Pine (Furyu goyo no matsu) from around 1797/ 1798
An Ukiyo-E Print by Kitagawa Utamaro

Steel・鋼: Yasuki Steel
Jigane・地金: soft iron・極軟鉄
Handle Wrapping: Japanese Rattan
Box: Paulownia Wood - Japan
Kamisori Wrapping: Japanese silk fabric

Length: 145 mm
Head width: 18 mm (6/8")
Length of cutting edge: 41 mm
Weight: 28,5
a medium sized Kamisori