Hasamiya Ichiban Long-Handle Bonsai-Ikebana (Floral Shears) Pine Needle & Bud Pruning Shears Total Length & Blade: 210mm/65mm / Yasuki White Paper Steel [Traditional Hand Forged from Scratch / Hollow Ground Blade / Twisted Blade / Rivet Joint]

Description

Hand-forged in the legendary cutlery region of Sanjo (Niigata Prefecture, Japan) by master blacksmiths, the Hasamiya Ichiban Hand-Forged Long-Handle Shears 210mm (Ashinaga-basami) represents the absolute pinnacle of traditional Japanese pruning tools. Engineered for ultimate multi-purpose versatility, this top-tier tool excels across three essential applications: precision bonsai shaping, fine pine needle and bud pinching (Megiri), and delicate Ikebana flower arranging.

This model is forged from Yasuki Shirogami (White Paper Steel)—an ultra-pure Japanese high-carbon steel prized by blacksmiths for its exceptional bite into plant tissue and capacity to take a razor-sharp, razor-smooth edge. White Paper Steel cuts with surgical cleanliness, promoting fast plant recovery and preventing damage to delicate floral stems, bark, and shoots.

Each shear features traditional Urasuki (hollow-ground inner blade) and meticulously hand-tuned mechanical twist alignment (Hineri). This creates an ultra-smooth blade stroke with exact point-to-point contact along the entire 65mm blade length, while allowing sticky plant resin, sap, and floral fluid to escape freely. Paired with extended "long-leg" loop handles (Ashinaga) on a 210mm frame, this tool provides high leverage and extended reach into dense foliage networks, tight interior branch structures (Fukutokoro), and intricate floral arrangements. It enables effortless bud pinching (Mekiri), stem shaping, and precise twig trimming without damaging surrounding leaves or delicate petals. Combining Sanjo blacksmithing heritage with pure Japanese high-carbon steel, this shear represents a lifetime instrument for master craftspeople.

Key Features & Craftsmanship:

 Sanjo Niigata Forge Heritage: Hand-forged by master blacksmiths in Sanjo, Niigata—one of Japan’s most revered blacksmithing capitals.

 Premium Yasuki Shirogami (White Paper Steel): Pure high-carbon steel delivers an aggressive bite into wood and stems, crisp razor sharpness, and effortless resharpening on traditional whetstones without crushing plant tissue.

 3-in-1 Professional Versatility: Master tool engineered seamlessly for detailed bonsai pruning, fine pine bud/needle pinching (Megiri), and intricate Ikebana floral design.

 Long-Handle "Ashinaga" Ergonomics: Extended loop handles and neck provide superior leverage, precise control, and comfortable reach into crowded branch networks and tall floral setups.

 Extended 65mm Blade Profile: Generous 65mm blade length offers a smooth, versatile stroke capacity for fine bud pinching, stem trimming, and sweeping foliage maintenance.

 Ultra-Smooth Urasuki & Twist Alignment: Meticulously hand-adjusted hollow-ground interior minimizes friction and sap buildup for an effortlessly smooth cutting feel.

Specifications

 Brand: Hasamiya Ichiban (Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, Japan)

 Model: 1132 Long-Handle Shears 210mm

 Tool Type: Hand-Forged Long-Handle Shears (Bonsai, Megiri & Ikebana / Ashinaga)

 Blade Profile: Fine Straight Profile with Precision Urasuki & Twist Alignment

 Total Length: 205mm (approx. 210mm class)

 Blade Length: 65mm (from central pivot rivet to tip)

 Recommended Cutting Capacity: Soft green shoots, pine buds, floral stems, and woody twigs up to approx. 3–4mm

 Steel: Premium Japanese Yasuki Shirogami (White Paper Steel / High-Carbon Cutlery Steel)

 Hardware: Traditional Hand-Forged Heavy-Duty Pivot Rivet

 Key Benefits: White Paper Steel Sharpness & Excellent Wood Bite / Extended 65mm Blade & Long Reach / Sanjo Blacksmith Precision / Smooth Sap-Clearing Urasuki

 Origin: Made in Japan