Yoshioka Araki Bypass Loppers

Yoshioka Araki Bypass Loppers

$150.00

Yoshioka Araki Japanese bypass loppers for clean live-branch pruning when secateurs are too small but a saw would be excessive. A practical step up for fruit trees, citrus, ornamentals and general garden pruning. Ships from Perth.

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Description

Japanese bypass loppers for branches beyond secateurs

Yoshioka Araki bypass loppers are made for clean live-branch pruning where secateurs are too small but a saw would be excessive. They suit fruit trees, citrus, ornamental trees and general garden pruning when extra reach and leverage matter.

These are a step up from hand secateurs, not a replacement for a pruning saw. Use them for live branch cuts where a clean bypass action matters. If the branch is dry, gritty or too large to cut cleanly without forcing, move to a saw instead.

Loppers vs secateurs

  • Choose loppers when you need more leverage, more reach or two-handed control.
  • Choose secateurs for smaller stems, roses, citrus tips and frequent one-handed pruning.
  • If you are mostly doing fine pruning, start with Japanese secateurs and pruning shears. If you are often reaching for thicker live branches, these loppers make sense.

Who should not buy this

  • Do not buy these for dry deadwood, wire or gritty material.
  • Do not buy these if most of your work is small, one-handed pruning.
  • Do not force them through oversized branches; use a Japanese pruning saw when the cut is beyond lopper capacity.

Carbon steel care expectations

Clean sap and moisture after use, dry the joint and apply a light coat of camellia oil before storage. Keep the cutting edge clean and avoid twisting through cuts, as bypass tools work best when the branch is cut cleanly in line with the blade.

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

Specifications
  • Sizes stocked: 170 mm blade length
  • Sizes stocked: 170 mm blade length
  • Other sizes available to order: Enquire direct for alternative models
  • Handles: Hardwood handles with ferrules
  • Joint: Serviceable center bolt and locknut
  • Origin: Ono, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
  • Maker: Yoshioka Hamono
  • Use: Professional pruning and orchard maintenance
Maintenance

After use, wipe clean, dry thoroughly and oil the blades and joint with camellia oil. Remove sap with YaniPika Sap Cleaner before oiling if the blades are sticky.

For sharpening, oil and cleaning supplies, browse the Japanese tool care and sharpening range. Avoid dead, gritty wood and wire to preserve the edge.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What branch size can the Araki No.123 cut?

Suited to live branches up to medium diameter. For thicker cuts, use larger loppers or a pruning saw.

Why combine Aogami Blue Paper steel with SK-5?

The Aogami blade delivers sharpness and edge retention, while the SK-5 counter blade provides toughness against impact.

Can the joint be tightened?

Yes, the center bolt and locknut can be adjusted for correct blade tension and alignment.

Do these loppers need special maintenance?

Keep blades sharp and oiled. Store dry and avoid cutting materials that can chip the fine edge.

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Yoshioka Hamono — Araki Loppers

Introducing

Yoshioka Hamono — Araki Loppers

Based in Miki, Hyogo Prefecture, Yoshioka Hamono produces professional cutting tools for orchardists and gardeners. The Araki No.123 bypass loppers are part of this tradition, forged with attention to blade steels and hand setting. By combining Yasugi Aogami Blue Paper No.2 with SK-5, the workshop balances hardness and durability in one tool.

In use, the Araki No.123 feels sharp yet stable, with smooth bypass cuts that protect living branches. Hardwood handles and a serviceable joint keep the tool balanced and functional over years of work. These loppers are a showcase of Yoshioka Hamono’s ability to build reliable tools that meet the expectations of professionals worldwide.

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What Sets Our Tools Apart

Bypass precision

The Araki No.123 loppers are designed to deliver a clean slicing action on live branches. The bypass design reduces crushing, leaving a smooth wound that heals faster. The sharp Aogami cutting blade glides past the SK-5 counter blade, providing control and accuracy in every cut. This makes them well suited for orchards, vineyards, and detailed garden maintenance where branch health and appearance matter as much as efficiency.

Japanese workshop build

Yoshioka Hamono loppers are forged and finished in Miki, Hyogo Prefecture, a traditional center of tool making. The Araki No.123 reflects this heritage, pairing precise blade grinding with hardwood handles and a serviceable joint. These details ensure balance in use, predictable blade closure, and durability under regular pruning loads, making them a dependable choice for demanding horticultural work in Australian conditions.

Care and edge life

Maintain performance by wiping the blades clean after use and applying light oil to the joint and edges. Touch up the Aogami cutting blade as needed with a fine stone. The SK-5 counter blade resists shock but also benefits from cleaning. Following these routines will extend edge life and keep cuts smooth. Our guides on carbon steel and Japanese secateurs offer practical upkeep advice.