Hasamiya Ichiban Long-Handle Bonsai-Ikebana (Floral Shears) Pine Needle & Bud Pruning Shears Total Length & Blade: 200mm/63mm / Yasuki White Paper Steel [Traditional Hand Forged from Scratch / Hollow Ground Blade / Twisted Blade / Rivet Joint]

Description

Hand-forged in Ono City (Hyogo Prefecture, Japan) by master blacksmiths, the Hasamiya Ichiban Shinogi-Blade Shears 200mm represents an elite-grade tool engineered for multi-purpose precision. Purpose-built for three core applications—detailed bonsai shaping, delicate pine needle/bud pinching (Megiri), and intricate Ikebana flower arranging—it combines extended reach with reinforced blade geometry.

This model is forged from Yasuki Shirogami (White Paper Steel), a pure high-carbon Japanese steel celebrated for taking an exceptionally sharp, razor-smooth edge. White Paper Steel slices through soft flower stems, pine shoots, and woody twigs with surgical cleanliness, preventing crushed tissues and promoting healthy plant recovery and floral longevity.

Featuring a distinct Shinogi blade geometry—a central ridge along the blade spine inspired by traditional Japanese swords—this shear delivers an ultra-slender tip for pinpoint control without sacrificing structural rigidity. Traditional Urasuki (hollow-ground inner back) and hand-tuned mechanical twist alignment (Hineri) ensure a smooth blade stroke with exact point-to-point contact, while allowing sticky sap and floral gum to escape freely. Combined with long-reach handles on a 200mm frame, it reaches deep into dense branch networks (Fukutokoro) and tight floral displays with effortless balance.

Key Features & Craftsmanship:

 3-in-1 Professional Versatility: Seamlessly designed for intricate bonsai maintenance, pine bud/needle pinching (Megiri), and fine Ikebana floral arranging.

 Katana-Style Shinogi Blade Geometry: Central ridge design creates an exceptionally thin tip for micro-precision in tight spaces while maintaining high rigidity along the blade.

 Premium Yasuki Shirogami (White Paper) Steel: Pure high-carbon steel provides an extremely keen edge bite and razor-sharp slicing action that avoids crushing plant tissues.

 Long-Handle Ergonomics & Reach: The 200mm frame with long handles gives superior control and leverage when penetrating deep inside dense foliage networks or complex arrangements.

 Ultra-Smooth Urasuki & Twist Alignment: Meticulously hand-adjusted hollow-ground interior minimizes friction and resin buildup for fluid cutting performance.

Specifications

 Brand: Hasamiya Ichiban

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

 Blade Profile: Katana-Style Shinogi Geometry with Precision Urasuki & Twist Alignment

 Total Length: 200 mm

 Blade Length: 63 mm (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: Razor-Sharp White Paper Steel Bite / Shinogi Tip Precision & Rigidity / Long Reach Ergonomics / Smooth Sap-Clearing Urasuki

 Country of Origin: Made in Japan