Yoshioka Hamono — Precision Shears from Hyōgo, Japan
Founded in 1946 in Ono City, Hyōgo Prefecture, Yoshioka Hamono began as a small workshop producing dressmaking scissors. Over generations, the family turned its skill with fine blades toward gardening, creating a range of pruning and topiary shears prized for their precision and balance.
Every pair of Yoshioka shears is hand-forged and finished to a standard where even invisible imperfections are adjusted by feel. This meticulous attention to detail ensures that each cut is clean and true, whether in delicate bonsai work or large-scale topiary shaping.
Today, Yoshioka’s garden shears are trusted by professional gardeners across Japan and beyond. Their combination of fine tolerances, durable steel, and balanced weight make them ideal for anyone who values long-lasting tools made with care.
Care and Maintenance
Keep your Yoshioka tools in top condition by cleaning after use and applying a light coating of camellia oil or rust-preventative. Regular sharpening on a 1000 grit whetstone will maintain the keen edge Yoshioka is known for.
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