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Hana-basami (Flower & Bonsai Shears)

Hana-basami

Description

Hana-basami and Bonsai-basami are designed specifically for plant care. They have thick, sturdy blades with no serrations and large loops for the handle. Unlike Western garden shears, they are designed to make an incredibly clean, sharp slice through plant stems, preventing crushing.

Best For

✓ Flower arrangement (Ikebana)
✓ Pruning delicate twigs
✓ Bonsai maintenance
✓ Harvesting herbs

Blade Characteristics

  • Thick, wedge-shaped blades to prevent bending on woody twigs.
  • Wataru-style large handles allow comfortable high-leverage grips.
  • Unpolished black oxide finish (Kurouchi) is common on traditional models.
  • Crafted to ensure clean cellular cuts for plant health.

Steel Recommendations

For this type of blade, professional makers typically suggest: High-carbon stainless steel (such as SUS420J2) combined with specialized forging to provide durable shear retention.

Famous Regions

This cutlery type is famously forged and crafted in:

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