This is a top-of-the-line Chinese chef's knife, made by Seki Kanetsugu, a master of Echizen knives. Made in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, this knife boasts excellent sharpness and durability. This authentic Chinese knife can be used both at home and in professional kitchens, and is suitable for cutting hard ingredients such as mochi (rice cakes), pumpkin, and sweet potatoes. 【Condition】 * I was told it was unused when I received it, but there are some scratches, so I'm listing it as "Near New." * Small scratches and dullness on the blade (see photos). * No chips or cracks. * Comes with a box. 【Uses】 Cutting mochi / Cutting pumpkin / Cutting sweet potatoes For other hard ingredients Will be carefully packaged and shipped.