Nata (A hatchet) is traditional cutlery of Japan used by the people who work mainly in the forest.
They put it in a wooden sheath (case) and hang it on a waist to carry it around.
Because its blade is thick and strong, they can use it for wood-splitting, branch-cutting, bamboo-splitting, wood-scraping and so on.
In addition, it is used for self-protection against fierce animals such as bears, and it is also used to slaughter an animal for food.
Traditinal living with a hatchet can still be seen when you go to mountainous districts in Japan.
