Garden Shears

Trimming hedges, shrubs, and topiary has never been easier with Niwaki Garden Shears. Hand-crafted in Japan using traditional methods, these no-nonsense shears are made from hard-wearing SK steel that lasts for years. With perfectly sized white oak handles and subtle bulges halfway down for optimal balance, they’re great for everyday use. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, these shears are the ideal all-around option to keep your garden looking pristine.

Although Japanese carbon steel is durable, it can chip if mishandled, so use with care.

• Material: Blades: SK Steel - Handles: Japanese white oak - Sheath: vinyl sheath
• Dimensions: L 22 x W 5.7 x H 1 in - Blades: 7.3 in
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Niwaki Use + Care Instructions

  Correct Use:

  • Japanese steel is hard and sharp, and can be more brittle than some people are used to - it will chip if abused
  • Do not cut wire, metal, stone, plastic or any other hard material
  • Do not twist or apply uneven pressure
  • Cut diagonally across branches (not straight across) so you cut along the fibres
  • Use the base of the blades, not the tips, for heavier cuts

  Keeping Them Clean:

  • Remove leaf resin, rust and gunk with water and a rough cloth
  • Dry, wipe over with oil and store in a dry place

  Keeping Them Sharp:

  New tools won’t need sharpening for some time, but after a while you’ll notice them gradually lose their edge. Use our Niwaki Maintenance Kit for best results (#1000 grit is best for general sharpening).

  • Sharpen Secateurs every couple of weeks
  • Sharpen Shears every time you use them - the difference is amazing