{"title":"Mr. Shige: a Third Generation of Bonsai Scissors Artisan","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"yasugi-ashinaga-bonsai-scissors","title":"Yasugi Steel Ashinaga Bonsai Scissors 8\"(200mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonsai scissors designed specifically for trimming and shaping bonsai trees with long, thin branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently Out of Stock in the US \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Specification】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: L 7.87 × W 3.35 × H 0.59 inch (L 200 × W 85 × H 15 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength of Blades: 2.13 inches(54mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 5.22 oz (148 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: YCS3 Alloy Tool Steel \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e※YCS is a trademark of Hitachi Metals, Ltd. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan (Sanjo, Niigata prefecture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Made in Japan by 3rd generation of artisans】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReal Japanese bonsai tools handforged by third generation of bonsai tools artisans in the city of Sanjo, in Niigata Prefecture. Sanjo is known since 17th century for the metalwork skills of their artisans and blacksmiths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Yasugi Specialty Steel】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonsai tools made of Yasugi Specialty Steel, a unique steel produced only in Japan. Yasuki steel is made in the Hitachi Metals plant in Shimane prefecture (Japan). It is created by combining iron and steel, removing impurities (phosphorus, sulfur, etc) that reduce sharpness, and forging and rolling the steel many times with hot processing. The characteristics Yasugi Steel tools are extra strong, wear-resistant and long-lasting sharp tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Clean Cut, Heavy Duty Yasugi Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a sharp and sturdy edge, it severs wood fibers cleanly resulting in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003efaster healing cuts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"写真\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/files\/Darren_George_headshot.jpg?v=1678180409\" class=\"profile-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGro Bonsai \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@grobonsai\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDarren George \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBonsai Artist Youtuber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ashinaga bonsai scissors are the perfect every-day pruning shears for me. With enough strength to cleanly cut lignified hardwood with ease, while being fine enough for delicate pruning of shohin trees. These scissors are professionally sharp, cleanly cutting paper where other tools rip. Avoiding torn tissue when pruning reduces die-back and improves callus formation, so my trees continue to develop rapidly. The Yasugi steel Ashinaga bonsai scissors are a delight to use, definitely my go-to shears\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@grobonsai\" class=\"social-icons__link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 21 20\" class=\"icon icon-youtube\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M-.196 15.803q0 1.23.812 2.092t1.977.861h14.946q1.165 0 1.977-.861t.812-2.092V3.909q0-1.23-.82-2.116T17.539.907H2.593q-1.148 0-1.969.886t-.82 2.116v11.894zm7.465-2.149V6.058q0-.115.066-.18.049-.016.082-.016l.082.016 7.153 3.806q.066.066.066.164 0 .066-.066.131l-7.153 3.806q-.033.033-.066.033-.066 0-.098-.033-.066-.066-.066-.131z\" fill=\"#444\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon__fallback-text\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"写真\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/files\/PBM_Curator-Headshot-Aarin.jpg?v=1681876665\" class=\"profile-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pacificbonsaimuseum.org\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePacific Bonsai Museum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@pacificbonsaimuseum\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAarin Packard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuseum Curator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI recently had the pleasure of using the Yasugi Steel Ashinaga bonsai pruning shears, and I must say, I was thoroughly impressed by the quality and ergonomics of this tool.\u003cbr\u003eFirstly, the quality of the shears was apparent from the moment I picked them up. The blades were sharp and precise, allowing for clean cuts. The handles felt sturdy and durable, ensuring that the tool would last for many years to come.\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to its quality, the ergonomic design of the shears was also exceptional. The handles were contoured to fit comfortably in my hand, reducing strain and fatigue during prolonged pruning sessions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall, I would highly recommend the Yasugi Steel Ashinaga bonsai pruning shears to any bonsai enthusiast. It's exceptional quality and ergonomic design makes it a joy to use and a valuable addition to any bonsai toolkit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@pacificbonsaimuseum\" class=\"social-icons__link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 21 20\" class=\"icon icon-youtube\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M-.196 15.803q0 1.23.812 2.092t1.977.861h14.946q1.165 0 1.977-.861t.812-2.092V3.909q0-1.23-.82-2.116T17.539.907H2.593q-1.148 0-1.969.886t-.82 2.116v11.894zm7.465-2.149V6.058q0-.115.066-.18.049-.016.082-.016l.082.016 7.153 3.806q.066.066.066.164 0 .066-.066.131l-7.153 3.806q-.033.033-.066.033-.066 0-.098-.033-.066-.066-.066-.131z\" fill=\"#444\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon__fallback-text\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: How are Wazakura's YASUGI STEEL scissors made?】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ijox80a-bsA\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: The Artisans behind Wazakura's Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeet Mr. Shige, the Japanese artisan behind our Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors (and ikebana as well!) and have a sneak peek at its manufacturing process.\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pqyFgCt0uHw\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: Bonsai Tool Maintenance】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow do you clean your bonsai tools? Is there a correct way to sharpen them? Or any advice on how to generally proper take care of your bonsai tool kit? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf those questions have ever crossed your mind, you will enjoy this video, in which Wazakura Japan's resident bonsai artist Yusuke Ogawa explains and show the proper way to maintain and take care of your bonsai tools collection. \u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/czKqvV0TKmo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eWAZAKURA JAPAN TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/wazakura-sharpening-oilstone-240\" title=\"oilstone\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSharpening Oilstone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/sap-eraser-remover-for-blades-garden-scissors-bonsai-tools-made-in-japan\" title=\"sap eraser link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSap Sap Eraser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"satsuki bonsai scissors\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-scissors\/products\/wazakura-satsuki-bonsai-scissors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSatsuki Bonsai Trimming Scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"concave cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-concave-branch-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBonsai Concave Branch Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"knob cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-knob-bonsai-branch-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnob Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-hand-forged-bonsai-wire-cutter\" title=\"wire cutters\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWire Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-root-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoot Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wazakura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41353107767445,"sku":"TBT-2007","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/products\/02_005d4208-6a23-4448-95f5-8a9a5e86cf19.jpg?v=1634888355"},{"product_id":"yasugi-satsuki-bonsai-scissors","title":"Yasugi Steel Satsuki Bonsai Scissors 7\"(180mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePerfect for shaping small branches and twigs, they can also handle a range of pruning tasks, with comfortable and long-lasting use. It feature elegant designs to enhance your bonsai pruning routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Specification】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: L 7.09 × W 2.91 × H 0.51 inch (L 180 × W 74 × H 13 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength of Blades: 1.77 inches (45mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 3.63 oz (103 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYCS3 Alloy Tool Steel \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e※YCS is a trademark of Hitachi Metals, Ltd. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan (Sanjo, Niigata prefecture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Made in Japan by 3rd generation of artisans】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReal Japanese bonsai tools handforged by third generation of bonsai tools artisans in the city of Sanjo, in Niigata Prefecture. Sanjo is known since 17th century for the metalwork skills of their artisans and blacksmiths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Yasugi Specialty Steel】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonsai tools made of Yasugi Specialty Steel, a unique steel produced only in Japan. Yasuki steel is made in the Hitachi Metals plant in Shimane prefecture (Japan). It is created by combining iron and steel, removing impurities (phosphorus, sulfur, etc) that reduce sharpness, and forging and rolling the steel many times with hot processing. The characteristics Yasugi Steel tools are extra strong, wear-resistant and long-lasting sharp tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Trimming\/Thinning Use】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrimarily designed for trimming and delicate work in thin branches and narrow spaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e【Clean Cut, Heavy Duty Yasugi Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith a sharp and sturdy edge, it severs wood fibers cleanly resulting in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003efaster healing cuts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"写真\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/files\/MR_OGAWA.jpg?v=1681355460\" class=\"profile-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eReBonsai \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@WazakuraJapan\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eYusuke Ogawa \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapanese Bonsai Artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt exceeded my expectations!\u003cbr\u003eWhen I first used it, I was a bit worried about the handle feeling too soft and the possibility of it bending while cutting thicker branches. But to my delight, it proved me wrong! The shears have been working flawlessly for over a year now, even when cutting thin wires. The sharpness has remained intact without any signs of wear and tear. With its durability and reliable performance, I truly believe this is a fantastic pair of shears that will last for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@WazakuraJapan\" class=\"social-icons__link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 21 20\" class=\"icon icon-youtube\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M-.196 15.803q0 1.23.812 2.092t1.977.861h14.946q1.165 0 1.977-.861t.812-2.092V3.909q0-1.23-.82-2.116T17.539.907H2.593q-1.148 0-1.969.886t-.82 2.116v11.894zm7.465-2.149V6.058q0-.115.066-.18.049-.016.082-.016l.082.016 7.153 3.806q.066.066.066.164 0 .066-.066.131l-7.153 3.806q-.033.033-.066.033-.066 0-.098-.033-.066-.066-.066-.131z\" fill=\"#444\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon__fallback-text\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: How are Wazakura's YASUGI STEEL scissors made?】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ijox80a-bsA\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: The Artisans behind Wazakura's Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeet Mr. Shige, the Japanese artisan behind our Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors (and ikebana as well!) and have a sneak peek at its manufacturing process.\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pqyFgCt0uHw\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: Bonsai Tool Maintenance】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow do you clean your bonsai tools? Is there a correct way to sharpen them? Or any advice on how to generally proper take care of your bonsai tool kit? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf those questions have ever crossed your mind, you will enjoy this video, in which Wazakura Japan's resident bonsai artist Yusuke Ogawa explains and show the proper way to maintain and take care of your bonsai tools collection. \u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/czKqvV0TKmo\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWAZAKURA JAPAN TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/wazakura-sharpening-oilstone-240\" title=\"oilstone\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSharpening Oilstone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/sap-eraser-remover-for-blades-garden-scissors-bonsai-tools-made-in-japan\" title=\"sap eraser link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSap Sap Eraser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"satsuki bonsai scissors\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-scissors\/products\/wazakura-satsuki-bonsai-scissors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSatsuki Bonsai Trimming Scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"concave cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-concave-branch-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBonsai Concave Branch Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"knob cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-knob-bonsai-branch-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnob Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-hand-forged-bonsai-wire-cutter\" title=\"wire cutters\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWire Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-root-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoot Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wazakura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41353138995349,"sku":"TBT-2009","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/products\/02_546e3879-7adf-4a01-8d3c-14279d65966c.jpg?v=1634888551"},{"product_id":"yasugi-twig-bonsai-scissors","title":"Yasugi Steel Twig Bonsai Scissors 8-1\/4\"(210mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Twig model can help you achieve precise, delicate pruning results while reducing stress on your bonsai trees and providing comfort and ease of use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently out of stock in the US \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Specification】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: L 8.27 × W 3.23 × H 0.59 inch (L 210 × W 82 × H 15 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength of Blades: 2.05 inches (52mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 5.22 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"aao\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(148 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYCS3 Alloy Tool Steel \u003cbr\u003e※YCS is a trademark of Hitachi Metals, Ltd. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan (Sanjo, Niigata prefecture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Made in Japan by 3rd generation of artisans】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReal Japanese bonsai tools handforged by third generation of bonsai tools artisans in the city of Sanjo, in Niigata Prefecture. Sanjo is known since 17th century for the metalwork skills of their artisans and blacksmiths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Yasugi Specialty Steel】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonsai tools made of Yasugi Specialty Steel, a unique steel produced only in Japan. Yasuki steel is made in the Hitachi Metals plant in Shimane prefecture (Japan). It is created by combining iron and steel, removing impurities (phosphorus, sulfur, etc) that reduce sharpness, and forging and rolling the steel many times with hot processing. The characteristics Yasugi Steel tools are extra strong, wear-resistant and long-lasting sharp tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e【Clean Cut, Heavy Duty Yasugi Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith a sharp and sturdy edge, it severs wood fibers cleanly resulting in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003efaster healing cuts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"写真\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/files\/pro-Kirkland.png?v=1677596853\" class=\"profile-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAppalachian Bonsai \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@AppalachianBonsai\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBen Kirkland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstructor of Industrial Design, Virginia Tech\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am in love with my Yasugi twig scissors. Just holding them gives me the confidence that I know what I'm doing. The precision and swiftness of the cut is exactly what you would expect from something so well made. I am not disappointed - I am thrilled!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/appalachianbonsai\" class=\"social-icons__link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 21 20\" class=\"icon icon-youtube\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M-.196 15.803q0 1.23.812 2.092t1.977.861h14.946q1.165 0 1.977-.861t.812-2.092V3.909q0-1.23-.82-2.116T17.539.907H2.593q-1.148 0-1.969.886t-.82 2.116v11.894zm7.465-2.149V6.058q0-.115.066-.18.049-.016.082-.016l.082.016 7.153 3.806q.066.066.066.164 0 .066-.066.131l-7.153 3.806q-.033.033-.066.033-.066 0-.098-.033-.066-.066-.066-.131z\" fill=\"#444\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon__fallback-text\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: How are Wazakura's YASUGI STEEL scissors made?】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ijox80a-bsA\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: The Artisans behind Wazakura's Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeet Mr. Shige, the Japanese artisan behind our Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors (and ikebana as well!) and have a sneak peek at its manufacturing process.\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pqyFgCt0uHw\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: Bonsai Tool Maintenance】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow do you clean your bonsai tools? Is there a correct way to sharpen them? Or any advice on how to generally proper take care of your bonsai tool kit? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf those questions have ever crossed your mind, you will enjoy this video, in which Wazakura Japan's resident bonsai artist Yusuke Ogawa explains and show the proper way to maintain and take care of your bonsai tools collection. \u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/czKqvV0TKmo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWAZAKURA JAPAN TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/wazakura-sharpening-oilstone-240\" title=\"oilstone\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSharpening Oilstone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/sap-eraser-remover-for-blades-garden-scissors-bonsai-tools-made-in-japan\" title=\"sap eraser link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSap Sap Eraser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"satsuki bonsai scissors\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-scissors\/products\/wazakura-satsuki-bonsai-scissors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSatsuki Bonsai Trimming Scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"concave cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-concave-branch-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBonsai Concave Branch Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"knob cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-knob-bonsai-branch-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnob Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-hand-forged-bonsai-wire-cutter\" title=\"wire cutters\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWire Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-root-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoot Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wazakura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41353143025813,"sku":"TBT-2008","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/products\/02_a9325b78-cb45-4fa4-b330-9cb47c32faaa.jpg?v=1634888661"},{"product_id":"yasugi-koryu-ikebana-scissors","title":"Yasugi Steel Koryu Ikebana Scissors 6.5\"(165mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWazakura Yasugi Steel Koryu Bonsai Scissors 6.5\"(165mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Specification】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: L 6.50 × W 4.17 × H 0.67 inch (L 165 × W 106 × H 17 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength of Blades: 1.77 inches (45mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 7.41 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"aao\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(210 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYCS3 Alloy Tool Steel \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e※YCS is a trademark of Hitachi Metals, Ltd. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan (Sanjo, Niigata prefecture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e【Made in Japan by 3rd generation of artisans】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Real Japanese ikebana tools handforged by third generation of ikebana scissors artisans in the city of Sanjo, in Niigata Prefecture. Sanjo is known since 17th century for the metalwork skills of their artisans and blacksmiths.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e【Yasugi Specialty Steel】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIkebana tools made of Yasugi Specialty Steel, a unique steel produced only in Japan. Yasuki steel is made in the Hitachi Metals plant in Shimane prefecture (Japan). It is created by combining iron and steel, removing impurities (phosphorus, sulfur, etc) that reduce sharpness, and forging and rolling the steel many times with hot processing. The characteristics Yasugi Steel tools are extra strong, wear-resistant and long-lasting sharp tools.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e【Clean Cut, Heavy Duty Yasugi Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a sharp and sturdy edge, it severs flower fibers cleanly resulting in better water absorption and prolonged life. The open angle makes it good as well for cutting thick branches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e【\"Tsuru\" Looped Handle, Multipurpose Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Classic traditional Japanese design with looped shaped grip. This allows for a less tiring user experience. For a more ergonomic control, use with glove. Suitable for general ikebana and flower arrangement tasks, gardening and delicate work. No problem with thick branches.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: How are Wazakura's YASUGI STEEL scissors made?】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ijox80a-bsA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: The Artisans behind Wazakura's Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Meet Mr. Shige, the Japanese artisan behind our Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors (and ikebana as well!) and have a sneak peek at its manufacturing process.\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pqyFgCt0uHw\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: Tool Maintenance】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow do you clean your tools? Is there a correct way to sharpen them? Or any advice on how to generally proper take care of your tool kit? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf those questions have ever crossed your mind, you will enjoy this video, in which Wazakura Japan's resident bonsai artist Yusuke Ogawa explains and show the proper way to maintain and take care of your bonsai\/ikebana tools collection. \u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/czKqvV0TKmo\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWAZAKURA JAPAN TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/wazakura-sharpening-oilstone-240\" title=\"oilstone\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSharpening Oilstone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/sap-eraser-remover-for-blades-garden-scissors-bonsai-tools-made-in-japan\" title=\"sap eraser link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSap Sap Eraser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ・\u003ca title=\"satsuki bonsai scissors\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-scissors\/products\/wazakura-satsuki-bonsai-scissors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSatsuki Bonsai Trimming Scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ・\u003ca title=\"concave cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-concave-branch-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBonsai Concave Branch Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ・\u003ca title=\"knob cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-knob-bonsai-branch-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnob Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-hand-forged-bonsai-wire-cutter\" title=\"wire cutters\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWire Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-root-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoot Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wazakura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41353208922261,"sku":"TBT-2006","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/products\/02_f028086e-9995-4a4f-8d9d-b7a1f440863b.jpg?v=1634889966"},{"product_id":"yasugi-ikenobo-ikebana-scissors","title":"Yasugi Steel Ikenobo Ikebana Scissors 6.5\" (165mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Specification】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: L 6.50 × W 1.81 × H 0.67 inch (L 165 × W 46 × H 17 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength of Blades: 1.69 inches (43mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 5.96 oz (169g)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYCS3 Alloy Tool Steel \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e※YCS is a trademark of Hitachi Metals, Ltd. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan (Sanjo, Niigata prefecture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Made in Japan by 3rd generation of artisans】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReal Japanese ikebana tools hand forged by third generation of bonsai tools artisans in the city of Sanjo, in Niigata Prefecture. Sanjo is known since 17th century for the metalwork skills of their artisans and blacksmiths.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Yasugi Specialty Steel】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIkebana tools made of Yasugi Specialty Steel, a unique steel produced only in Japan. Yasuki steel is made in the Hitachi Metals plant in Shimane prefecture (Japan). It is created by combining iron and steel, removing impurities (phosphorus, sulfur, etc) that reduce sharpness, and forging and rolling the steel many times with hot processing. The characteristics Yasugi Steel tools are extra strong, wear-resistant and long-lasting sharp tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Clean Cut, Heavy Duty Yasugi Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a sharp and sturdy edge, it severs flower fibers cleanly resulting in better water absorption and prolonged life. The open angle makes it good as well for cutting thick branches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【\"Warabi\" Handle, Multipurpose Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClassic Ikenobo School design with curved shaped handles resembling the leaves of a fern. These handles are used for crushing the ends of hard stems and branches as an additional preservation technique. Suitable for general ikebana and flower arrangement tasks, gardening and delicate work. No problem with thick branches. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-image\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"profile-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/files\/Ilse_400_Color.webp?v=1687504240\" alt=\"写真\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIkebana.be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@IlseBeunenIkebanaAntwerpen\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIlse Beunen \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIkebana Artist and Instructor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs an ikebana enthusiast and instructor, I've enjoyed using the ikenobo model scissors from the Wazakura brand. The ikenobo model scissors are used in several ikebana schools, including the Sogetsu school I teach. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe balance of these scissors is spot-on. Surprisingly, they are heavier than I was used to, enhancing their ease of use. Elegantly packaged and engraved with the Wazakura label, the scissors immediately convey their high-quality craftsmanship. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted in Japan, these scissors offer remarkable sharpness, making clean cuts a breeze. They enable me to work gracefully with delicate stems and sturdy branches, preserving the natural beauty of each element. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI wholeheartedly recommend these Japanese-made scissors for those seeking reliable ikebana tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"social-icons__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@IlseBeunenIkebanaAntwerpen\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"icon icon-youtube\" viewbox=\"0 0 21 20\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"#444\" d=\"M-.196 15.803q0 1.23.812 2.092t1.977.861h14.946q1.165 0 1.977-.861t.812-2.092V3.909q0-1.23-.82-2.116T17.539.907H2.593q-1.148 0-1.969.886t-.82 2.116v11.894zm7.465-2.149V6.058q0-.115.066-.18.049-.016.082-.016l.082.016 7.153 3.806q.066.066.066.164 0 .066-.066.131l-7.153 3.806q-.033.033-.066.033-.066 0-.098-.033-.066-.066-.066-.131z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon__fallback-text\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-image\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"profile-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/files\/Hedy_Leung_picture.jpg?v=1728986311\" alt=\"写真\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHedy Leung \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/modanzski\/?ref=kwhfjjgw\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHedy Leung \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIkebana Artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsing the Wazakura Ikenobo Ikebana Scissors feels like having the perfect tool in my hands. The sharpness and balance are spot on, making it effortless to cut through everything from delicate petals to thick branches with precision. I love how each cut feels so deliberate, helping me bring my creative ideas to life with ease. The craftsmanship is outstanding — you can really tell these are handmade with care. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey’re comfortable to hold and control, which makes a big difference when working on detailed arrangements. 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Is there a correct way to sharpen them? Or any advice on how to generally proper take care of your tool kit? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf those questions have ever crossed your mind, you will enjoy this video, in which Wazakura Japan's resident bonsai artist Yusuke Ogawa explains and show the proper way to maintain and take care of your bonsai\/ikebana tools collection. \u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/czKqvV0TKmo\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\" class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWAZAKURA JAPAN TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"oilstone\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/wazakura-sharpening-oilstone-240\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSharpening Oilstone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\" class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"sap eraser link\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/sap-eraser-remover-for-blades-garden-scissors-bonsai-tools-made-in-japan\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSap Sap Eraser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-scissors\/products\/wazakura-satsuki-bonsai-scissors\" title=\"satsuki bonsai scissors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSatsuki Bonsai Trimming Scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-concave-branch-cutter\" title=\"concave cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBonsai Concave Branch Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-knob-bonsai-branch-cutter\" title=\"knob cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnob Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"wire cutters\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-hand-forged-bonsai-wire-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWire Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-root-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoot Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wazakura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41353216983189,"sku":"TBT-2010","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/products\/02_de2ac7c6-b8d1-4c46-8c76-bbc2944092d6.jpg?v=1634890094"},{"product_id":"yasugi-traditional-bonsai-scissors","title":"Yasugi Steel Traditional Bonsai Scissors 7\"(180mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTraditional bonsai scissors model can help you achieve precise, beautiful pruning results while providing comfort and durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently out of stock in the US\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Specification】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: L7.09× W3.94× H0.67inch (L180× W100× H17mm) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength of Blades: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e2.17 inch (55 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 6.17 oz (175 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYCS3 Alloy Tool Steel \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e※YCS is a trademark of Hitachi Metals, Ltd. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan (Sanjo, Niigata prefecture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Made in Japan by 3rd generation of artisans】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience the time-honored art of bonsai with our exquisite collection of genuine Japanese bonsai tools, skillfully handforged by third-generation bonsai tool artisans in the historic city of Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture. Sanjo is known since 17th century for the metalwork skills of their artisans and blacksmiths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Yasugi Specialty Steel】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonsai tools made of Yasugi Specialty Steel, a unique steel produced only in Japan. Yasuki steel is made in the Hitachi Metals plant in Shimane prefecture (Japan). It is created by combining iron and steel, removing impurities (phosphorus, sulfur, etc) that reduce sharpness, and forging and rolling the steel many times with hot processing. The characteristics Yasugi Steel tools are extra strong, wear-resistant and long-lasting sharp tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e【General Purpose, Beginner friendly】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMade of carbon steel blades, the scissors are ideal for general purpose (pruning and trimming, shoot and leaf cutting) and for beginners. It can easily cut a diameter of up to about 1\/2 inches. Uses also include ikebana and general gardening work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e【Butterfly Handle, Golden Engraving】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLarge and looped handle, very close to the blade, that fits comfortably in your hand, allowing for a better control. With a beautiful golden engraving of our brand name in traditional Japanese kanji characters. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e【Clean Cut, Sharp Edge】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWith a short rounded but pointed edge, it severs flower fibers cleanly resulting in better water absorption. The length of the blade makes it ideal for detailed work,.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-image\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"profile-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/files\/Darren_George_headshot.jpg?v=1678180409\" alt=\"写真\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGro Bonsai \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@grobonsai\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDarren George \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBonsai Artist Youtuber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy pair of Yasugi 7” Traditional bonsai scissors excel during root-work. These high-strength scissors cut through thick roots cleanly, important for healing. They are also precise enough to trim fine roots, allowing me to work quickly without having to constantly swap tools. Root scissors often come into contact with soil and debris, but I find the Yasugi steel holds its edge, resisting dullness well. Given how sharp they are straight out of the box, I’m confident I will be able to hone the blades easily - when the time eventually comes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"social-icons__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@grobonsai\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"icon icon-youtube\" viewbox=\"0 0 21 20\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"#444\" d=\"M-.196 15.803q0 1.23.812 2.092t1.977.861h14.946q1.165 0 1.977-.861t.812-2.092V3.909q0-1.23-.82-2.116T17.539.907H2.593q-1.148 0-1.969.886t-.82 2.116v11.894zm7.465-2.149V6.058q0-.115.066-.18.049-.016.082-.016l.082.016 7.153 3.806q.066.066.066.164 0 .066-.066.131l-7.153 3.806q-.033.033-.066.033-.066 0-.098-.033-.066-.066-.066-.131z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon__fallback-text\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-image\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"profile-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/files\/Scarlet_Gore_PBM.jpg?v=1689816363\" alt=\"写真\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pacificbonsaimuseum.org\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePacific Bonsai Museum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@pacificbonsaimuseum\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eScarlet Gore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssistant Museum Curator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have arthritis in my hands so I especially love that the design of these shears allows me to put my whole thumb in and work for hours without pain. They are so well-balanced and they are a good size, weight, and length. The blades cut effectively all the way to the tip which allows for precision cutting. They are amazing to use when we thin tiny maple leavest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"social-icons__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@pacificbonsaimuseum\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"icon icon-youtube\" viewbox=\"0 0 21 20\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"#444\" d=\"M-.196 15.803q0 1.23.812 2.092t1.977.861h14.946q1.165 0 1.977-.861t.812-2.092V3.909q0-1.23-.82-2.116T17.539.907H2.593q-1.148 0-1.969.886t-.82 2.116v11.894zm7.465-2.149V6.058q0-.115.066-.18.049-.016.082-.016l.082.016 7.153 3.806q.066.066.066.164 0 .066-.066.131l-7.153 3.806q-.033.033-.066.033-.066 0-.098-.033-.066-.066-.066-.131z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon__fallback-text\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"profile-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: How are Wazakura's YASUGI STEEL scissors made?】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ijox80a-bsA\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: The Artisans behind Wazakura's Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeet Mr. Shige, the Japanese artisan behind our Yasugi Steel Bonsai Scissors (and ikebana as well!) and have a sneak peek at its manufacturing process.\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pqyFgCt0uHw\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: Bonsai Tool Maintenance】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow do you clean your bonsai tools? Is there a correct way to sharpen them? Or any advice on how to generally proper take care of your bonsai tool kit? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf those questions have ever crossed your mind, you will enjoy this video, in which Wazakura Japan's resident bonsai artist Yusuke Ogawa explains and show the proper way to maintain and take care of your bonsai tools collection. \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/czKqvV0TKmo\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\" class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWAZAKURA JAPAN TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"oilstone\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/wazakura-sharpening-oilstone-240\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSharpening Oilstone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\" class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"sap eraser link\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-accessories\/products\/sap-eraser-remover-for-blades-garden-scissors-bonsai-tools-made-in-japan\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSap Sap Eraser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-scissors\/products\/wazakura-satsuki-bonsai-scissors\" title=\"satsuki bonsai scissors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSatsuki Bonsai Trimming Scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-concave-branch-cutter\" title=\"concave cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBonsai Concave Branch Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-knob-bonsai-branch-cutter\" title=\"knob cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKnob Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca title=\"wire cutters\" href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-hand-forged-bonsai-wire-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWire Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wazakujapan.live\/collections\/bonsai-cutters\/products\/wazakura-japanese-bonsai-root-cutter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoot Cutter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wazakura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41751437115541,"sku":"TBT-2003","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/products\/02_f90a1a78-1739-4699-8fd6-b240b562e732.jpg?v=1666141235"},{"product_id":"stainless-yasugi-ashinaga-bonsai-scissors","title":"Stainless Yasugi Steel Ashinaga Bonsai Scissors 8\"(200mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWazakura Stainless Yasugi Steel Ashinaga Bonsai Scissors 8\"(200mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Specification】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: L7.87× W3.35× H0.59 inch (L200× W85× H15mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength of Blades: 2.13 inch (54 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 5.22 oz (148 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSLD Alloy Tool Steel ※\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSLD is a registered trademark of Hitachi Metals, Ltd. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan (Sanjo, Niigata prefecture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Made in Japan by 3rd generation of artisans】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReal Japanese bonsai tools handforged by third generation of bonsai tools artisans in the city of Sanjo, in Niigata Prefecture. Sanjo is known since 17th century for the metalwork skills of their artisans and blacksmiths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Yasugi Specialty Steel】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBonsai tools made of Yasugi Specialty Steel, a unique steel produced only in Japan. Yasuki steel is made in the Hitachi Metals plant in Shimane prefecture (Japan). It is created by combining iron and steel, removing impurities (phosphorus, sulfur, etc) that reduce sharpness, and forging and rolling the steel many times with hot processing. The characteristics Yasugi Steel tools are extra strong, wear-resistant and long-lasting sharp tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Clean Cut, Heavy Duty Yasugi Scissors】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a sharp and sturdy edge, it severs wood fibers cleanly resulting in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003efaster healing cuts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Slim Shape, Multipurpose \u0026amp; Beginner Friendly】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesigned for pruning and delicate bonsai work, but can be used for general gardening and as florist scissors. The long shank and short blades makes it versatile and beginner friendly. It can be used to cut up to 1\/4 inches (6mm) in diameter. The small handle and slim body design separates the hand far from the blade, allowing the user to reach deeper places.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Video: How are Wazakura's YASUGI STEEL scissors made?】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ijox80a-bsA\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wazakura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41751490920597,"sku":"TBT-1005","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/0076\/0877\/products\/02_7ecfc8d8-48b6-4296-a268-5c999d1db359.jpg?v=1641541504"},{"product_id":"stainless-yasugi-ikenobo-ikebana-scissors","title":"Stainless Yasugi Steel Ikenobo Ikebana Scissors 6.5\"(165mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWazakura Stainless Yasugi Steel Ikenobo Ikebana Scissors 6.5\"(165mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Specification】\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: L 6.50 × W 1.81 × H 0.67 inch (L 165 × W 46 × H 17 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength of Blades: 1.69 inches (43mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWeight: 157g(5.54oz)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSLD Alloy Tool Steel　※SLD is a registered trademark of Hitachi Metals, Ltd. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan (Sanjo, Niigata prefecture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Made in Japan by 3rd generation of artisans】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReal Japanese ikebana tools hand forged by third generation of ikebana scissors artisans in the city of Sanjo, in Niigata Prefecture. 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