Japanese Hand Planes by Seisuke Mizuno-san – Precision Woodworking Tools Made in Japan
Experience the art of flawless woodworking with our collection of Japanese hand planes by Seisuke Mizuno-san, meticulously made in Japan for woodworkers who value precision, balance, and exceptional craftsmanship. Known for their sharp, durable blades and expertly crafted wooden bodies, these planes are essential for fine joinery, furniture making, and traditional woodworking.
Each Seisuke Mizuno-san hand plane features a high-quality laminated steel blade that holds a keen edge and can be easily honed for long-lasting performance. The carefully shaped wooden body ensures comfort, stability, and control, allowing for ultra-thin shavings and perfectly smooth surfaces with every pass. Ideal for cabinetmaking, timber finishing, and professional woodworking projects, these planes deliver precision results that reflect true Japanese craftsmanship.
Crafted with traditional Japanese techniques and modern quality standards, Seisuke Mizuno-san hand planes offer reliability, accuracy, and longevity. Whether you are a professional woodworker or a dedicated hobbyist, these planes provide consistent performance and flawless finish in every project.
Upgrade your workshop with authentic Japanese hand planes by Seisuke Mizuno-san—where craftsmanship, precision, and performance meet to elevate every woodworking project.
Togo Hagane Kanna by Seisuke Mizuno
Togo Hagane Kanna by Seisuke Mizuno
We have translated the steel in the edge of this plane to be "Togo" steel. This steel first appeared in the catalogue of Kawai Steel Co., Ltd of Tokyo in 1918.
Kawai Steel drew up it's own specifications for this steel, and had it manufactured in either America or Europe immediately before or during WWI. Unfortunately it's exact provenance has been lost over time.
Togo Hagane was trademarked by Kawai Steel, and a number of steels were labeled and sold under this branding.
This steel has been carefully stored in a Yamagata saw-smith's workshop since it was bought about this time. Now, it has made it's way into the hands of Seisuke Mizuno-san, one of Japan's premier plane blade makers.
Mizuno-san has measured the steel and found it contains between 0.8 to 1.0% carbon. After experimenting with forging and heat treatment techniques, Mizuno-san has announced a limited run of about 100 plane blades, which will account for all of the steel remaining in storage.
The block has been beautifully prepared by Kiyoshiya-san, and this plane ships in a beautiful paulownia box with a calligraphed lid.
We are very privileged to have a small number of this very special kanna for sale.
Dimensions:
Block Length: 290mm
Block Width: 87mm
Block Thickness: 36mm
Mouth Width: 64mm
Blade Length: 114mm
Blade Bedding Angle: ~38 degrees
Paulownia Box: 318 x 119 x 104mm