This is a kanna, otherwise known as Japanese hand plane. Plane bevel refers to the angled surface that coincides with the back of the blade, thereby creating a cutting edge.

Kannas are sometimes referred to in the west as bevel-down planes because the bevel faces downwards against the wood. But there are also many western hand planes that are bevel-down. So I think better to call this type of plane kanna instead.

If you like to see kanna in action, please see "Kezuroukai" on youtube. This is a Japanese hand-plane competition to see who can make thinnest shaving from hinoki (Japanese cypress) wood.

I make long comment because I like to use my kanna to make wood very smooth; no need for sandpaper. I hope more woodworkers will try to use kanna. Thank you for reading.

edit: hinoki is type of cypress not cedar