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Yoshioka Karikomi Hedge Shears

$300.00

Hand-forged Yoshioka Karikomi hedge shears for fast, clean shaping of hedges, rounded shrubs and soft green growth. Choose 270mm for mixed garden control or 300mm for larger hedge faces and faster broad shaping work. Ships from Perth.

270 mm = precise shaping. 300 mm = more coverage on flats.
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Product Care

Japanese carbon steel tools stay at their best when they are wiped dry, kept clean of sap, sharpened before they become blunt and oiled before storage. Read the full guide.

 

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Description

Japanese karikomi shears for fast hedge and shrub shaping

Yoshioka Karikomi hedge shears are made for gardeners who want to shape hedges, shrubs and soft green growth quickly while still keeping a clean, controlled cut. They are the better choice when you need more blade length and coverage than compact topiary shears can offer.

Karikomi shears are built for broad shaping work: levelling hedge faces, forming rounded shrubs, cleaning up garden edges and working across larger areas of soft growth. The long blades help cover ground evenly, while the serviceable screw joint lets the action be maintained over time.

270mm vs 300mm

  • 270mm: best if you want a slightly more manageable hedge shear with good reach and control.
  • 300mm: best if you want more blade length for larger hedges and faster broad shaping work.
  • Choose 270mm for mixed garden use; choose 300mm if most of your work is longer hedge faces and larger shrubs.

Karikomi vs curved topiary shears

  • Choose Karikomi for broader hedge shaping, rounded shrubs and faster surface work.
  • Choose curved topiary shears for detailed shaping, domes, bonsai-style refinement and close control near the tips.
  • If you are maintaining whole hedges, start here. If you are refining small forms, compare the Yoshioka curved topiary shears.

Who should not buy this

  • Do not buy these for thick branches. Use loppers for heavier branch work.
  • Do not buy these if you only need small, detailed clipping around tight topiary forms.
  • Do not buy carbon steel shears if you want a tool you can put away wet without care.

Carbon steel care expectations

Wipe sap and moisture from the blades after use, dry thoroughly and apply a light coat of camellia oil before storage. Use sap cleaner when the blades become sticky, and avoid wire, gritty stems and dry deadwood to preserve the edge.

For oil, sap cleaner and sharpening supplies, browse Japanese tool care and sharpening. For other hedge shears, loppers and topiary tools, browse Japanese shears and loppers.

Specifications
  • Sizes stocked: 270 mm and 300 mm
  • Steel stocked: Blue Paper Steel (Aogami No.2) for longer edge retention under professional use
  • Other sizes and steels available to order: 150, 180, 210, 240 mm — contact us for availability
  • Steel options: Yasugi White Paper Steel (Shirogami) or Blue Paper Steel (Aogami), model dependent
  • Handles: Straight or nata-style depending on size, lightweight and balanced
  • Joint: 10 mm screw with locking nut
  • Origin: Ono, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
  • Maker: Yoshioka Hamono
  • Use: Karikomi shaping, soft-form trimming, hedge maintenance
Maintenance

Clean sap and debris after each session, dry fully and apply camellia oil to the blades and joint. If sap builds up, clean with YaniPika Sap Cleaner before oiling.

For stones, oil and cleaning supplies, browse the Japanese tool care and sharpening range. Avoid cutting wire, dry deadwood or gritty stems to preserve the edge.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which size should I choose, 270 mm or 300 mm?

270 mm is better for tight shaping and detail control. 300 mm covers more hedge face per pass for faster levelling. Pick based on precision needed versus speed.

Are Karikomi shears only for soft growth?

Yes, they are tuned for soft, rounded forms and hedge tips. For thicker or woody stems, switch to secateurs or loppers to protect the edge.

What steel do these use and how does it affect performance?

Blades are forged from Yasugi carbon steel. Blue Paper Steel holds an edge longer under heavy use, while White Paper Steel takes a sharper, more responsive edge for precision trimming.

How should I maintain the edge and joint?

Clean sap, dry fully, and oil after use. Touch up on a fine whetstone and keep stones flat. If the action loosens, snug the 10 mm screw and lock the nut to hold alignment.

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