What tasks are these scissors best for?

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Do they have a spring?

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Toyama Hamono Gold Ikebana and bonsai Scissors

Name: Toyama Hamono Gold Ikebana and bonsai Scissors
Brand: East-West Tools
Price: 200.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

$200.00

Toyama Hamono gold-finish ikebana and bonsai scissors for precise cuts on stems and new growth. Hand finished in Japan and dispatched from Perth for fast AU delivery. Clean, compact, and easy to control for arrangement, deadheading, and bench work.

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Description

Precise Japanese Scissors for Ikebana and Bonsai

Dispatched from Perth, Australia, these Toyama Hamono scissors give clean cuts for floristry and bonsai detail work. The compact loop handles provide control at the tips, so you can trim stems, buds, and fine shoots without bruising.

The blades are forged carbon steel for keen edges and easy resharpening. A gold colour finish on the frame improves visibility on the bench and adds corrosion resistance to non-cutting surfaces. The simple riveted pivot has low friction and zero play when set correctly. A slip cover protects the edge in storage. This pattern is a proven Japanese standard for ikebana studios and bonsai benches.

Wipe clean after use, then apply a light coat of oil to the blades. Touch up on a fine stone when needed. For companion pruning tools see our Japanese Secateurs, and explore premium hand-forged options in Tobisho Japanese Pruning Tools.

Tip: Use the front third of the blades for detail cuts and keep stems perpendicular to the edge to avoid crush.

Specifications

Blade steel: Japanese High carbon steel
Maker: Toyama Hamono, Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture, Japan
Finish: Gold colour coating on frame
Handles: Looped Japanese pattern for precise control
Joint: Riveted pivot, no spring
Sheath: Slip cover included
Best for: Ikebana, bonsai trimming, and floristry work

Maintenance

Wipe the blades clean after each session to remove sap and moisture. Dry thoroughly and apply a thin coat of camellia oil to prevent corrosion. Avoid abrasive cleaners that can damage the gold finish. Sharpen as required with a fine whetstone to maintain smooth, even edges. Store with the blade cover fitted when not in use.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ikebana arrangement, trimming buds and foliage, bonsai pinching, and light pruning of soft new growth.

No. This is a traditional Japanese scissor with a riveted pivot and loop handles for controlled action.

Forged high carbon steel blades for sharpness and easy resharpening.

Toyama Hamono Japan

Toyama Hamono produces traditional Japanese scissors and garden tools with a focus on working sharpness and simple, durable mechanisms. The brand’s ikebana and bonsai patterns reflect long use in floristry and nursery work, balancing fine tip control with the edge retention of forged carbon steel.

In use, the benefit is clear. The compact loop handles improve dexterity, the blades take a keen edge, and the gold finish improves visibility on a busy bench. For light pruning and arrangement work, these scissors are a precise, low-maintenance choice that sit alongside our Japanese Secateurs and Tobisho ranges.

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What Sets Our Tools Apart

Made for Precision Work

Toyama Hamono designs these scissors for clean, accurate cuts on stems, leaves, and fine shoots. The compact loop handles give fingertip control, while the short blades let you work close to the node without bruising tissue. This pattern is standard in ikebana studios and bonsai nurseries where tip accuracy and clean edges matter most.

Forged Steel, Gold Finish

The blades are forged from carbon steel, heat treated for bite and easy maintenance. The frame carries a gold colour finish that stands out on the bench and gives light protection to non-cutting surfaces. The riveted joint is simple and reliable, set for smooth action without a spring to snag on foliage or wiring.

Care and Upkeep

After each session, wipe sap from the blades and apply a drop of oil at the pivot and along the edges. Touch up on a fine stone as needed. Store with the slip cover in a dry place. For heavier garden cuts, pair these with tools from our Japanese Secateurs collection or step up to forged options in Tobisho Japanese Pruning Tools.

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