This is a Japanese kitchen knife from Kotobuki. It appears to be a double-edged santoku knife. The blade is stamped with "Kotobuki". There are small scratches, dullness, and rust marks from use. It will be delivered as is, with only a basic cleaning. Please consider it with the assumption that it will need to be sharpened. While there doesn't appear to be any major damage like blade chipping, please check the condition in the photos. Please only purchase if you understand that this is a used item.