Japanese Handle Cherry Black with Shitan Bolster Octagon Shape

Experience a Striking Cherry Black Wa Handle with Shitan Bolster for Japanese Knives

The Specs

• Wood: Cherry Black
• Ferrule: Shitan (rosewood family hardwood)
• Shape: Octagonal (wa style)
• Suitable for: Left- and right-handed users
• Available sizes:
• S — Length: 115mm | Ferrule: 15 x 20mm
• M — Length: 127mm | Ferrule: 19 x 23mm
• L — Length: 140mm | Ferrule: 19 x 24mm

The Handle

The Cherry Black octagonal handle pairs a dark, richly toned cherry wood body with a shitan bolster - shitan being a dense, fine-grained hardwood from the rosewood family, prized for its durability and warm reddish-brown character. The contrast between the deep cherry black body and the shitan ferrule gives this handle a refined, two-tone aesthetic that suits both traditional and contemporary Japanese knives. The octagonal profile sits naturally in the hand and provides excellent rotational control during cutting. Suitable for both left- and right-handed users.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - do not soak or submerge
• Dry immediately after washing
• Periodically condition with a light coat of food-safe mineral oil to preserve the wood
• Handle fitting should be performed by a professional knife sharpener if you are not experienced with handle replacement