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Niwaki Hori Hori Pro

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Niwaki Hori Hori Pro

£42.00
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Japanese weeding trowel + canvas sheath

One blade, many functions. A life-saving, game-changing garden tool.

Hand-made and designed especially for Niwaki by third generation family craftsmen in Miki, deep in Hyogo, one of the heartlands of horticultural blacksmithing in Japan. Our new generation Hori Hori is forged from SK-5 carbon steel, making it sharper and tougher than other Hori (Horii? Horis?) for digging, weeding, planting and cutting, with a subtly profiled FSC Beech handle for sustained use, and of course the accompanying Canvas Sheath for easy access and safe storage. If in any doubt look for the kanji inscripted Niwaki stamped into the blade for proof of something very special.

SK-5 Carbon steel is the same steel we use in our Garden Shears, with just the right proportions of Carbon, Chromium, Nickel, Manganese, Silicon, Phosphorous, Copper and Sulphur to create the perfect balance of tensile strength, edge retention and toughness – the holy trinity when it comes to hori horiing. It’s pretty damn good.

The humble Niwaki Hori Hori has the remarkable knack of instantly becoming everyone’s favourite tool in the garden – the feedback we get from happy (read – borderline obsessive) customers says it all, and it’s not uncommon to bump into a gardener at the end of a hard day’s work on a chilly February afternoon, soggy knees, muddy hands, inane grin (you get the picture) who boasts of the number of snowdrops they’ve just transplanted and how their Hori Hori has saved their life.

In short, the Niwaki Hori Hori Pro is a weed digging, plant dividing, seed drilling, bulb planting, pot scraping, stone prising, ivy removing, snail flicking, back scratching (maybe not this one), life saving, rooting tooting all round game-changer. Hyperbole? Never heard of him.

  • 300mm
  • 170mm blades
  • SK-5 Carbon Steel
  • FSC Beech handles

Made in Japan
Includes Canvas Sheath

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Product Specifications
  • 300mm
  • 170mm blades
  • SK-5 Carbon Steel
  • FSC Beech handles
Care Instructions

Most Niwaki sharp tools are made from carbon steel - this means they may, through regular use, stain (and eventually rust) and gradually lose their edge. Caring for them involves three things...


1. Correct Use:


Japanese steel is hard and sharp, and can be more brittle than some people are used to - it will chip if abused


Do not cut wire, metal, stone, plastic or any other hard material (even bamboo fibres and some very hard woods, especially knots and burrs, can damage steel edges)


Do not twist or apply uneven pressure


Cut diagonally across branches (not straight across) so you cut along the fibres


Pay attention to our maximum cut dimensions, and don’t overdo it (shears are not loppers)


Use the base of the blades, not the tips, for heavier cuts


2. Keeping Them Clean:


Remove leaf resin, rust and gunk with a Crean Mate and water


Dry, wipe over with Camellia oil and store in a dry place


3. Keeping Them Sharp:


New tools won’t need sharpening for some time, but after a while you’ll notice them gradually lose their edge, especially if you’re box clipping (you need REALLY sharp blades to get a good finish with box). Use the Niwaki Sharpening Stones for best results (#1000 grit is best for general sharpening).

Sharpen Secateurs every couple of weeks
Sharpen Shears and Topiary Clippers EVERY TIME you use them - the difference is amazing



General Information

Niwaki is more than a brand; it's a celebration of Japanese gardening traditions, craftsmanship, and the beauty of a well-tended garden. Rooted in Japan's rich horticultural heritage, Niwaki offers a curated selection of premium garden tools, from precision shears to hand-forged pruning instruments, designed to enhance your gardening experience.

Niwaki's commitment to quality, authenticity, and sustainability ensures that every product meets the highest standards, reflecting the essence of Japanese garden culture. Beyond tools, Niwaki fosters a community of garden enthusiasts who seek harmony with nature in their outdoor spaces.

Embrace the Niwaki way of life, where gardening becomes a journey of balance, beauty, and tranquility. Join Niwaki in nurturing gardens that reflect the spirit of Japan and enrich lives with nature's wisdom.

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