# ambai Katsubako Bonito Shaver: Japan price comparison

> Compare the current Japan price for ambai Katsubako Bonito Shaver with supported home markets.

Exact item: ambai Katsubako bonito shaver designed by Makoto Koizumi; compact walnut and oak shaving box; Aogami blue-steel blade; safety holder; approximately 70 x 200 x 68mm; made in Japan

Latest price retrieval: 2026-08-21T21:36:00Z. FX capture: 2026-08-19T00:02:31Z. FX is informational and comes from [Exchange Rate API](https://www.exchangerate-api.com).

## Price comparisons

### Japan vs South Korea

- Japan price in KRW: ₩194,581
- Japan source price: JP¥22,000; Low stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:35:00Z
- South Korea: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://mall.kinarino.jp/item-84198)

### Japan vs China

- Japan price in CNY: CN¥931
- Japan source price: JP¥22,000; Low stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:35:00Z
- China: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://mall.kinarino.jp/item-84198)

### Japan vs Taiwan

- Japan price in TWD: NT$4,397
- Japan source price: JP¥22,000; Low stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:35:00Z
- Taiwan: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://mall.kinarino.jp/item-84198)

### Japan vs United States

- Result: 33% cheaper in Japan
- Headline currency: USD
- Japan expected checkout: $138 (JP¥22,000 tax-free estimate; source shelf price JP¥24,200; Low stock)
- United States expected checkout: $204 ($190 listed price plus an estimated 7.53% sales tax; In stock)
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:35:00Z
- United States price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:36:00Z
- [Japan price source](https://mall.kinarino.jp/item-84198)
- [United States price source](https://shop.nalatanalata.com/products/katsubako-bonito-shaver)

### Japan vs Hong Kong

- Japan price in HKD: HK$1,081
- Japan source price: JP¥22,000; Low stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:35:00Z
- Hong Kong: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://mall.kinarino.jp/item-84198)

### Japan vs Australia

- Japan price in AUD: A$195
- Japan source price: JP¥22,000; Low stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:35:00Z
- Australia: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://mall.kinarino.jp/item-84198)

### Japan vs Singapore

- Japan price in SGD: S$176
- Japan source price: JP¥22,000; Low stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:35:00Z
- Singapore: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://mall.kinarino.jp/item-84198)

## Stores checked

### JP

- [Shuka on Kinarino Mall](https://mall.kinarino.jp/item-84198): JP¥24,200; Low stock. Retrieved 2026-08-21T21:35:00Z. Osaka homewares retailer Shuka lists one unit remaining at ¥24,200 tax included, with Add to Cart. The item clears the retailer's ¥22,000 free-shipping threshold, subject to its destination terms.

### US

- [Nalata Nalata](https://shop.nalatanalata.com/products/katsubako-bonito-shaver): $190; In stock. Retrieved 2026-08-21T21:36:00Z. New York design retailer Nalata Nalata lists the ambai Katsubako at USD190 with quantity controls and Buy Me checkout. Shipping and sales tax are calculated at checkout.

## Important notes

The exposed Aogami steel plane blade is very sharp. Use the supplied safety holder as the bonito block gets short, keep fingers behind the cutting edge, and keep the tool away from children. Follow the maker's blade-adjustment and sharpening guidance. Hand wash gently, wipe the wood and blade dry at once, and do not use a dishwasher. Confirm that whole katsuobushi is suitable for the intended diet and food-handling needs. Tax, delivery, and baggage or customs costs are separate from the listed prices.

Japan tax-free eligibility, actual local sales tax, daily FX, shipping, card fees, warranty, and import charges can change the final cost.