Morihei Aburatsubo | Kurobara Tsubaki / Camellia Oil Applicator

The Morihei Aburatsubo is a traditional Japanese camellia oil applicator designed for maintaining high carbon steel knives and tools. Handmade in Japan, it allows for smooth and controlled application of camellia oil, helping protect blades from moisture, oxidation, and rust without overapplying oil.

The soft cotton-wrapped applicator evenly coats the blade surface, making regular maintenance quick, clean, and effortless. Designed to be filled with camellia oil, the reusable Aburatsubo is a staple in traditional Japanese knife care and an essential accessory for anyone using carbon steel knives.

Compact, practical, and easy to refill, it’s ideal for preserving the finish and longevity of fine Japanese kitchen knives, woodworking tools, and other steel implements.

Features

• Traditional Japanese camellia oil applicator
• Empty design ready to fill with camellia oil
• Helps prevent rust and corrosion on carbon steel
• Smooth and controlled oil application
• Reusable and refillable
  

Recommended Use

Fill the applicator with camellia oil, then lightly apply a thin coat across a clean, dry blade before storage.