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

Description

Hand-forged in the legendary cutlery region of Sanjo (Niigata Prefecture, Japan) by master blacksmiths, the Hasamiya Ichiban Hand-Forged Long-Handle Bonsai & Ikebana Shears 210mm (Ashinaga-basami) represents the absolute pinnacle of traditional Japanese pruning tools, engineered for bonsai masters, Ikebana artists, landscape architects, and fine pruning specialists.

This top-of-the-line model is forged from Yasuki Aogami (Blue Paper Steel)—Japan’s premier high-carbon cutlery steel alloyed with chromium and tungsten. Renowned for its extreme hardness, incredible wear resistance, and long-lasting razor edge, Aogami steel allows this shear to maintain peak cutting sharpness even through continuous professional use on tough pine needles, woody shoots, and fibrous floral stems.

Each shear features traditional Urasuki (hollow-ground inner blade) and meticulously hand-tuned mechanical twist alignment. This creates an ultra-smooth blade stroke with exact point-to-point contact along the entire 65mm blade length, while allowing sticky plant resin and floral sap 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, 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 elite Japanese steel, this shear is an ultimate lifelong 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.

 Top-Tier Yasuki Aogami (Blue Paper Steel): Premium alloy steel delivers extreme wear resistance, long-lasting edge retention, and razor-sharp cutting capacity that cuts cleanly without crushing plant tissue.

 Dual-Purpose Versatility (Bonsai & Ikebana): Ideal for intricate bonsai maintenance as well as fine Ikebana flower arranging, allowing razor-precise control on stems, twigs, and buds.

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

 Extended 65mm Blade Profile: Generous 65mm blade length offers a smooth, versatile stroke capacity for fine bud pinching, stem trimming, and sweeping twig 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: 1133 Long-Handle Bonsai & Ikebana Shears 210mm

 Tool Type: Hand-Forged Long-Handle Bonsai, Ikebana & Floral Pruning Shears (Ashinaga / Koeda-kiri / Megiri-basami)

 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, buds, floral stems, and woody twigs up to approx. 3–4mm

 Steel: Premium Japanese Yasuki Aogami (Blue Paper Steel / High-Carbon Alloy)

 Hardware: Traditional Hand-Forged Heavy-Duty Pivot Rivet

 Key Benefits: Premium Blue Paper Steel Sharpness & Longevity / Extended 65mm Blade & Long Reach / Sanjo Blacksmith Precision / Smooth Sap-Clearing Urasuki

 Origin: Made in Japan