{"title":"Japanese Sickles \u0026 Weeders","description":"\u003cp\u003eJapanese sickles and hand weeders for cutting weeds, grasses, herbs and clearing tight garden areas by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"banshu-weeding-sickle-180mm-blade","title":"Banshu Weeding Sickle 180mm Blade","description":"\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"5:3-5:60\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBanshu Sickle: Precision Cutting, Unmatched Sharpness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"7:3-7:405\"\u003eExperience the exceptional sharpness of the Banshu sickle. Its blade, fully hardened to over HRC60, delivers superior durability and edge retention. The signature \"Suki\" finish, a carefully carved concave grind, enhances cutting efficiency and effortlessly separates weeds. The thin, meticulously crafted blade is ideal for precise cuts on soft grasses, making it an indispensable tool for any gardener.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40568766758984,"sku":"UV014","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/0001-8953626259677227573.png?v=1751116346"},{"product_id":"left-handed-sickle","title":"Left Handed Weeding sickle (Carbon Steel)","description":"\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"17:3-17:50\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffortless Weeding for Left-Handed Gardeners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"19:3-19:474\"\u003eSay goodbye to awkward hand positions! This sickle is meticulously crafted for left-handed use, ensuring a comfortable and efficient gardening experience. Its sharp, pointed blade allows for precise cutting of soft plants, making it ideal for weeding, stem trimming, and detailed garden maintenance. Easily navigate tight spaces in flower beds, fields, and lawns, reaching where larger tools struggle. The all-steel version offers reliable durability for occasional tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40568767217736,"sku":"UB083","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/0001-489110763522558664.png?v=1751116482"},{"product_id":"stainless-steel-knock-knock-sickle","title":"Shozo Stainless Knock Knock Sickle – 120 mm, Japan","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAngled Precision for Tight-Space Weeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shozo Knock Knock sickle is a compact 120 mm stainless steel blade designed for scraping weeds from paths, edging stones, and garden borders. The angled head allows controlled cuts in tight spaces where larger sickles cannot reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan with a hardwood handle, this rust-resistant sickle is lightweight, durable, and requires minimal upkeep compared to carbon steel versions. Perfect for daily use in Australian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 120 mm angled stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approx. 330 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Japanese hardwood with lacquer finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRust-resistant and easy to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for scraping weeds between stones and borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain its edge with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/products\/sharpening-whetstone\"\u003eprecision 1000 grit whetstone\u003c\/a\u003e and keep blades clean using our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/products\/kespika-rust-grime-eraser\"\u003eKespika rust eraser\u003c\/a\u003e. More \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/collections\/japanes-sickles\"\u003eJapanese sickles\u003c\/a\u003e available for every garden task. Shipped Australia-wide from Perth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40651399266376,"sku":"TF117","price":43.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/Shaga_Weeder_Angled.webp?v=1754732844"},{"product_id":"hounen-kazakari-sickle-360-mm","title":"Hounen “Kazakari” 360 mm Round-Blade Sickle, Laminated Steel, Hyōgo","description":"\u003ch3\u003eElegant lightweight weeding in a hand-forged package\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForged in Miki, Hyōgo, the heart of Japanese steelcraft. The 360 mm Hounen “Kazakari” round blade sickle combines laminated high-carbon steel with a light wooden handle for precise, agile weeding. The narrow curved blade slices cleanly through roots and grass with minimal effort.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade carries a traditional \u003cem\u003ekurouchi\u003c\/em\u003e finish, an oxide layer that protects against rust while highlighting its hand-forged texture. Balanced and responsive, it delivers control in close work and a natural glide through soil and stems. Learn more about this tool’s cultural roots in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/blogs\/east-west-tools-journal\/history-of-the-sickle\"\u003eHistory of the Japanese Sickle\u003c\/a\u003e article, or explore related designs in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/collections\/japanese-sickles\"\u003eJapanese Sickles\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaintain the edge with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/products\/grooved-flattening-stone\"\u003egrooved flattening stone\u003c\/a\u003e and protect the steel using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/products\/black-rose-camellia-oil-100ml\"\u003ecamellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e after cleaning. See more edge tools and maintenance accessories in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/collections\/japanese-carving-knives\"\u003eJapanese Carving Knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection. Shipped Australia-wide from Perth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip: Work with short controlled pulls and keep the blade nearly parallel to the soil surface to lift roots cleanly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40651399528520,"sku":"TU001","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/hounen_sickle_no_packaging.webp?v=1754733658"},{"product_id":"takemoto-sakle-saw-edge-harvest-sickle","title":"Takemoto “Sakle” 430 mm Harvest Sickle, Double-Sided Serrated Carbon Steel","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrecision Harvesting with Heritage Bladecraft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Takemoto Sickle Mfg. of Ono-city, Hyōgo (est. 1912), the 430 mm Sakle Harvest Sickle continues the legacy of razor-sharp Banshū sickles forged using swordsmith techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing carbon-steel blades with a serrated back edge for multi-directional cutting, and a premium walnut handle, this hand-finished tool comes with its own sheath and strap—ready for work in the field or orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: high-carbon steel with back serration (“Urame Nokogama”) for secure slicing and minimal clogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: ~430 mm overall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: walnut wood providing balance, grip, and aesthetic finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: sheath and attachment strap for safe storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeritage: handcrafted in Hyōgo with razor-sickle tradition, part of Sakle premium line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"East-West Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40651410440264,"sku":"UV052","price":135.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/files\/Sackle.webp?v=1755933993"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5994\/9128\/collections\/hounen_weeding_sickle_7_9de101df-01c7-4f10-b3db-e274292126a8.webp?v=1782182189","url":"https:\/\/eastwesttools.com.au\/collections\/japanese-sickles-weeders.oembed","provider":"East-West Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}