{"title":"Toyama Hamono","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToyama Hamono: hand-forged Japanese pruning shears, snips and scissors from Sanjo, made since 1861.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToyama Hamono was founded in 1861 in Sanjo, Niigata, a city with a long metalworking tradition, and still makes its shears by tanzo, traditional forging. Each pair is finished by hand, one at a time: the meeting of the blades, the smoothness of the pivot and the balance are all adjusted before it leaves the workshop. Toyama Hamono’s work has received the Good Design Award and was named Sustainable Garden Product of the Show at the 2023 Melbourne International Flower \u0026amp; Garden Show. We’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and every Toyama Hamono tool we sell is genuine and new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Toyama Hamono\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePruning shears and snips (carbon steel, wood or leather grips)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t101-walnut-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T101 Pruning Shears, Walnut Wood Grip\u003c\/a\u003e: universal pruning shears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t102-multi-purpose-walnut-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T102 Multi-Purpose Pruning Shears, Walnut\u003c\/a\u003e: slim multi-purpose shears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t103-walnut-garden-snips\"\u003eToyama Hamono T103 Home \u0026amp; Garden Snips, Walnut Grip\u003c\/a\u003e: long, slim detail snips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t13-o-olive-leather-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T13-O Pruning Shears, Olive Leather Grip\u003c\/a\u003e: the strongest cutter, up to 15 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t26-b-black-leather-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T26-B Multi-Purpose Shears, Black Leather\u003c\/a\u003e: compact multi-purpose shears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t27-c-camel-leather-pruning-snips\"\u003eToyama Hamono T27-C Pruning Snips, Camel Leather Grip\u003c\/a\u003e: tapered detail snips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStainless steel shears and snips (rust-resistant)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t513-stainless-steel-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T513 Stainless Steel Pruning Shears\u003c\/a\u003e: round-blade shears, up to 15 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t526-stainless-multi-purpose-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T526 Stainless Multi-Purpose Pruning Shears\u003c\/a\u003e: everyday multi-purpose shears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t527-stainless-steel-pruning-snips\"\u003eToyama Hamono T527 Stainless Steel Pruning Snips\u003c\/a\u003e: fine detail snips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTraditional Japanese scissors (bonsai, ikebana, Okubo)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t4-4-koeda-bonsai-scissors\"\u003eToyama Hamono T4-4 Koeda Bonsai Scissors\u003c\/a\u003e: Koeda small-branch bonsai scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t8-warabi-ikebana-floral-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T8 Warabi Ikebana Floral Shears\u003c\/a\u003e: Warabi-te ikebana floral shears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t1-okubo-shirogami-garden-scissors\"\u003eToyama Hamono T1 Okubo Garden Scissors, Shirogami Steel\u003c\/a\u003e: Okubo garden scissors in Shirogami steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare and carry\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-r2-slim-shear-sharpening-stone\"\u003eToyama Hamono R2 Slim Shear Sharpening Stone, #320\u003c\/a\u003e: #320 whetstone, no disassembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-r3-rust-eraser-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono R3 Rust Eraser for Pruning Shears\u003c\/a\u003e: removes sap, dirt and rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-r5n-leather-pruning-shears-pouch\"\u003eToyama Hamono R5N Leather Pruning Shears Pouch\u003c\/a\u003e: genuine leather pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to choose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor roses, shrubs and general garden pruning, choose a round-blade pair (T101, T13-O, T513, T526). For bonsai, houseplants and cut flowers, choose slim-tipped snips (T102, T103, T27-C, T527) or a traditional pair: T4-4 Koeda for small branches, T8 Warabi for ikebana, T1 Okubo for everyday tasks. Pick stainless if your tools often get wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigners, architects and contractors: apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Toyama Hamono and our full catalog, free catalogs and swatches, and a dedicated trade support line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere are Toyama Hamono shears made?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Sanjo, Niigata, Japan, where Toyama Hamono has forged shears since 1861. Every pair is finished by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I choose carbon steel or stainless?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarbon steel (most models) takes and holds a very keen edge and is easy to resharpen, but needs wiping dry and a little oil. Stainless (T513, T526, T527) resists rust in humid or wet conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich Toyama Hamono shears are best for bonsai and houseplants?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe slim-tipped T102, T103, T27-C and T527 for thinning and detail cuts, and the traditional T4-4 Koeda scissors for small bonsai branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow thick a branch can Toyama Hamono shears cut?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on the model, up to approx. 8–15 mm near the pivot; the T13-O and T513 handle the thickest stems. They are made for live plant material only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I care for Toyama Hamono shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe the blades dry after use, store them indoors, oil them lightly now and then, and use the R3 rust eraser and R2 whetstone to keep them clean and sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow fast do Toyama Hamono tools ship?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn-stock items ship in 2–3 business days; orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"CollectionPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/collections\/toyama-hamono#page\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/collections\/toyama-hamono\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono\",\"about\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/collections\/toyama-hamono#brand\"},\"mainEntity\":{\"@type\":\"ItemList\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t101-walnut-pruning-shears\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T101 Pruning Shears, Walnut Wood Grip\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t102-multi-purpose-walnut-pruning-shears\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T102 Multi-Purpose Pruning Shears, Walnut\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t103-walnut-garden-snips\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T103 Home \u0026 Garden Snips, Walnut Grip\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":4,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t13-o-olive-leather-pruning-shears\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T13-O Pruning Shears, Olive Leather Grip\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":5,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t26-b-black-leather-pruning-shears\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T26-B Multi-Purpose Shears, Black Leather\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":6,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t27-c-camel-leather-pruning-snips\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T27-C Pruning Snips, Camel Leather Grip\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":7,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t513-stainless-steel-pruning-shears\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T513 Stainless Steel Pruning Shears\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":8,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t526-stainless-multi-purpose-pruning-shears\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T526 Stainless Multi-Purpose Pruning Shears\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":9,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t527-stainless-steel-pruning-snips\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T527 Stainless Steel Pruning Snips\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":10,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t4-4-koeda-bonsai-scissors\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T4-4 Koeda Bonsai Scissors\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":11,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t8-warabi-ikebana-floral-shears\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T8 Warabi Ikebana Floral Shears\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":12,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-t1-okubo-shirogami-garden-scissors\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono T1 Okubo Garden Scissors, Shirogami Steel\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":13,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-r2-slim-shear-sharpening-stone\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono R2 Slim Shear Sharpening Stone, #320\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":14,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-r3-rust-eraser-pruning-shears\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono R3 Rust Eraser for Pruning Shears\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":15,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/toyama-hamono-r5n-leather-pruning-shears-pouch\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono R5N Leather Pruning Shears Pouch\"}]}},{\"@type\":\"Brand\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/collections\/toyama-hamono#brand\",\"name\":\"Toyama Hamono\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/en.toyamahamono.com\",\"logo\":\"https:\/\/en.toyamahamono.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/toyama_hamono_transparent.png\",\"description\":\"Japanese shear maker founded in 1861 in Sanjo, Niigata; 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The blade has a sharp, knife-like edge for clean cuts on bonsai, flowers and indoor plants, plus thinning and detail cuts; its slim, pointed tips slip into tight spaces so you can cut exactly where you need to. The handle is Toyama Hamono’s own design, with natural walnut set into the steel for a warm, comfortable hold. Every pair is finished by hand, one at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyama Hamono (Sanjo, Niigata, Japan; founded 1861)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e T102\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-purpose pruning shears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-forged high-carbon steel (JIS, Japanese Industrial Standards)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Toyama Hamono symmetrical handle inlaid with natural walnut wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5″ (approx. 191 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.25″ (approx. 57 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 oz (approx. 170 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip: up to approx. 5 mm (3\/16″); near the pivot: up to approx. 10 mm (3\/8″); live wood and plant stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonsai, flowers and indoor plants, plus thinning and detail cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pair finished and adjusted by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem number (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e T102\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged high-carbon steel blade with a knife-like edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Toyama Hamono symmetrical handle inlaid with natural walnut wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts up to approx. 10 mm (3\/8″) near the pivot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade contact, pivot and balance adjusted by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGardeners who want one high-quality pair for bonsai, flowers and indoor plants, plus thinning and detail cuts. The slim tips make it a precise tool for houseplants and bonsai. Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t103-walnut-garden-snips\"\u003eToyama Hamono T103 Home \u0026amp; Garden Snips, Walnut Grip\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire, plastic, artificial flowers, very dry wood, bamboo or frozen branches: it is made only for live plant material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick branches: it cuts up to about 10 mm; use loppers or a saw for heavier wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who won’t wipe a tool dry after use: carbon steel needs drying and a little oil to stay rust-free (see the stainless T513, T526 and T527).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for tools that earn a place in the house as well as the garden. Toyama Hamono was founded in 1861 in Sanjo, Niigata, a city with a long tradition of metalworking, and still forges its shears by the traditional tanzo method. Its work has been recognized with the Good Design Award and as Sustainable Garden Product of the Show at the 2023 Melbourne International Flower \u0026amp; Garden Show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore your shears indoors, away from moisture. After use, wipe the blades with a soft, dry cloth to remove soil and sap; if they get wet, dry them as soon as possible. A little light multipurpose or mineral oil on a cloth, wiped over the blades, prevents rust and keeps the action smooth. Toyama Hamono’s R3 rust eraser removes built-up dirt and rust, and the R2 slim whetstone keeps the edge sharp. Keep the edge sharp with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-r2-slim-shear-sharpening-stone\"\u003eToyama Hamono R2 Slim Shear Sharpening Stone, #320\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow thick a stem can the T102 multi-purpose shears cut?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to approx. 5 mm (3\/16″) at the tip and approx. 10 mm (3\/8″) near the pivot, on live wood and plant stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the T102 multi-purpose shears carbon steel or stainless?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHigh-carbon steel. High-carbon steel holds a keen, knife-like edge and is easy to resharpen; like all carbon steel, it should be wiped dry after use and lightly oiled to prevent rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I keep the T102 multi-purpose shears from rusting?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe it dry after every use, store it indoors and give the blades a light film of oil now and then (details under durability and care above).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat shouldn’t I cut with the T102 multi-purpose shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnything other than live plants. Very dry wood, bamboo and frozen branches can damage the blades, and it should never be used on wire, plastic or artificial flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I sharpen the T102 multi-purpose shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the R2 sharpening stone: it sharpens shears without taking them apart. Clean the blades first with the R3 rust eraser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs there a pouch for the T102 multi-purpose shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The R5N leather pouch fits Toyama Hamono pruning shears, snips, Koeda scissors and Warabi floral shears, and hangs from a belt, a fence or your shoulder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior and garden designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Toyama Hamono and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Buying several pairs for a landscaping crew, a florist studio or client gifts? Contact us with models and quantities and we’ll confirm availability and lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. 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The blade has a sharp, knife-like edge for clean cuts on roses, flowers, branches and plants. The handle is Toyama Hamono’s own design, with natural walnut set into the steel for a warm, comfortable hold. Every pair is finished by hand, one at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyama Hamono (Sanjo, Niigata, Japan; founded 1861)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e T101\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Universal pruning shears (secateurs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-forged high-carbon steel (JIS, Japanese Industrial Standards)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Toyama Hamono symmetrical handle inlaid with natural walnut wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.75″ (approx. 197 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.25″ (approx. 57 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 oz (approx. 213 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip: up to approx. 5 mm (3\/16″); near the pivot: up to approx. 10 mm (3\/8″); live wood and plant stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roses, flowers, branches and plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pair finished and adjusted by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem number (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e T101\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged high-carbon steel blade with a knife-like edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Toyama Hamono symmetrical handle inlaid with natural walnut wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts up to approx. 10 mm (3\/8″) near the pivot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade contact, pivot and balance adjusted by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGardeners who want one high-quality pair for roses, flowers, branches and plants. A dependable everyday pair for the garden, patio pots and cut flowers. Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t102-multi-purpose-walnut-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T102 Multi-Purpose Pruning Shears, Walnut\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire, plastic, artificial flowers, very dry wood, bamboo or frozen branches: it is made only for live plant material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick branches: it cuts up to about 10 mm; use loppers or a saw for heavier wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who won’t wipe a tool dry after use: carbon steel needs drying and a little oil to stay rust-free (see the stainless T513, T526 and T527).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for tools that earn a place in the house as well as the garden. 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Keep the edge sharp with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-r2-slim-shear-sharpening-stone\"\u003eToyama Hamono R2 Slim Shear Sharpening Stone, #320\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow thick a stem can the T101 pruning shears cut?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to approx. 5 mm (3\/16″) at the tip and approx. 10 mm (3\/8″) near the pivot, on live wood and plant stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the T101 pruning shears carbon steel or stainless?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHigh-carbon steel. 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Clean the blades first with the R3 rust eraser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs there a pouch for the T101 pruning shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The R5N leather pouch fits Toyama Hamono pruning shears, snips, Koeda scissors and Warabi floral shears, and hangs from a belt, a fence or your shoulder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior and garden designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Toyama Hamono and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Buying several pairs for a landscaping crew, a florist studio or client gifts? Contact us with models and quantities and we’ll confirm availability and lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. 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The blade has a sharp, knife-like edge for clean cuts on pruning, trimming and thinning, from bonsai and flowers to indoor plants. The asymmetrical handle is shaped so you can apply more force with less effort, and the olive leather wrap adds grip. Every pair is finished by hand, one at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyama Hamono (Sanjo, Niigata, Japan; founded 1861)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e T13-O\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pruning shears (secateurs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-forged high-carbon steel (JIS, Japanese Industrial Standards)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Toyama Hamono asymmetrical ergonomic handle with an olive leather wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8″ (approx. 203 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5″ (approx. 64 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.26 oz (approx. 263 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip: up to approx. 5 mm (3\/16″); near the pivot: up to approx. 15 mm (5\/8″); live wood and plant stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pruning, trimming and thinning, from bonsai and flowers to indoor plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pair finished and adjusted by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem number (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e T13-O\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged high-carbon steel blade with a knife-like edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Toyama Hamono asymmetrical ergonomic handle with an olive leather wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts up to approx. 15 mm (5\/8″) near the pivot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade contact, pivot and balance adjusted by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGardeners who want one high-quality pair for pruning, trimming and thinning, from bonsai and flowers to indoor plants. A dependable everyday pair for the garden, patio pots and cut flowers. Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t26-b-black-leather-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T26-B Multi-Purpose Shears, Black Leather\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire, plastic, artificial flowers, very dry wood, bamboo or frozen branches: it is made only for live plant material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranches thicker than about 15 mm (5\/8″): use loppers or a pruning saw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who won’t wipe a tool dry after use: carbon steel needs drying and a little oil to stay rust-free (see the stainless T513, T526 and T527).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for tools that earn a place in the house as well as the garden. Toyama Hamono was founded in 1861 in Sanjo, Niigata, a city with a long tradition of metalworking, and still forges its shears by the traditional tanzo method. Its work has been recognized with the Good Design Award and as Sustainable Garden Product of the Show at the 2023 Melbourne International Flower \u0026amp; Garden Show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore your shears indoors, away from moisture. After use, wipe the blades with a soft, dry cloth to remove soil and sap; if they get wet, dry them as soon as possible. A little light multipurpose or mineral oil on a cloth, wiped over the blades, prevents rust and keeps the action smooth. Toyama Hamono’s R3 rust eraser removes built-up dirt and rust, and the R2 slim whetstone keeps the edge sharp. 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A dependable everyday pair for the garden, patio pots and cut flowers. Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t526-stainless-multi-purpose-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T526 Stainless Multi-Purpose Pruning Shears\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire, plastic, artificial flowers, very dry wood, bamboo or frozen branches: it is made only for live plant material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranches thicker than about 15 mm (5\/8″): use loppers or a pruning saw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonsai purists who prefer the feel of traditional carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for tools that earn a place in the house as well as the garden. Toyama Hamono was founded in 1861 in Sanjo, Niigata, a city with a long tradition of metalworking, and still forges its shears by the traditional tanzo method. Its work has been recognized with the Good Design Award and as Sustainable Garden Product of the Show at the 2023 Melbourne International Flower \u0026amp; Garden Show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel resists rust, but a quick wipe after use still keeps it at its best. Store your shears indoors, away from moisture. After use, wipe the blades with a soft, dry cloth to remove soil and sap; if they get wet, dry them as soon as possible. A little light multipurpose or mineral oil on a cloth, wiped over the blades, prevents rust and keeps the action smooth. Toyama Hamono’s R3 rust eraser removes built-up dirt and rust, and the R2 slim whetstone keeps the edge sharp. 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Toyama Hamono was founded in 1861 in Sanjo, Niigata, a city with a long tradition of metalworking, and still forges its shears by the traditional tanzo method. Its work has been recognized with the Good Design Award and as Sustainable Garden Product of the Show at the 2023 Melbourne International Flower \u0026amp; Garden Show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel resists rust, but a quick wipe after use still keeps it at its best. Store your shears indoors, away from moisture. After use, wipe the blades with a soft, dry cloth to remove soil and sap; if they get wet, dry them as soon as possible. A little light multipurpose or mineral oil on a cloth, wiped over the blades, prevents rust and keeps the action smooth. Toyama Hamono’s R3 rust eraser removes built-up dirt and rust, and the R2 slim whetstone keeps the edge sharp. 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Stainless steel resists rust even in humid, damp conditions, so it suits greenhouses, wet climates and anyone who doesn’t want to oil a tool after every use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I keep the T526 stainless shears from rusting?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eStainless steel resists rust, but still wipe it dry after use and store it indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat shouldn’t I cut with the T526 stainless shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnything other than live plants. Very dry wood, bamboo and frozen branches can damage the blades, and it should never be used on wire, plastic or artificial flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I sharpen the T526 stainless shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the R2 sharpening stone: it sharpens shears without taking them apart. Clean the blades first with the R3 rust eraser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs there a pouch for the T526 stainless shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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The blade has a sharp, knife-like edge for clean cuts on pruning and thinning bonsai, flowers and indoor plants; its slim, pointed tips slip into tight spaces so you can cut exactly where you need to. The asymmetrical handle, Toyama Hamono’s own design, is shaped for comfort and makes it easier to apply force. 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The slim tips make it a precise tool for houseplants and bonsai. Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t27-c-camel-leather-pruning-snips\"\u003eToyama Hamono T27-C Pruning Snips, Camel Leather Grip\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire, plastic, artificial flowers, very dry wood, bamboo or frozen branches: it is made only for live plant material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick branches: it cuts up to about 8 mm; use loppers or a saw for heavier wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonsai purists who prefer the feel of traditional carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for tools that earn a place in the house as well as the garden. 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Keep the edge sharp with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-r2-slim-shear-sharpening-stone\"\u003eToyama Hamono R2 Slim Shear Sharpening Stone, #320\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow thick a stem can the T527 stainless snips cut?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to approx. 3 mm (1\/8″) at the tip and approx. 8 mm (5\/16″) near the pivot, on live wood and plant stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the T527 stainless snips carbon steel or stainless?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eStainless. 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A traditional Japanese form for gardeners and arrangers who value feel and control. Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t8-warabi-ikebana-floral-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T8 Warabi Ikebana Floral Shears\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire, plastic, artificial flowers, very dry wood, bamboo or frozen branches: it is made only for live plant material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick branches: it cuts up to about 8 mm; use loppers or a saw for heavier wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who won’t wipe a tool dry after use: carbon steel needs drying and a little oil to stay rust-free (see the stainless T513, T526 and T527).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for tools that earn a place in the house as well as the garden. 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Keep the edge sharp with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-r2-slim-shear-sharpening-stone\"\u003eToyama Hamono R2 Slim Shear Sharpening Stone, #320\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow thick a stem can the T1 Okubo scissors cut?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to approx. 3 mm (1\/8″) at the tip and approx. 8 mm (5\/16″) near the pivot, on live wood and plant stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the T1 Okubo scissors carbon steel or stainless?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarbon steel: YSS Shirogami. 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It is suitable for all types of shears and cutting tools, and Toyama Hamono notes it can be used on other blades too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I clean my blades before using the R2 sharpening stone?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Remove sap and rust first, for example with the R3 rust eraser, so the stone works on clean steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere is the R2 sharpening stone made?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Japan, by Toyama Hamono, a Sanjo shear maker founded in 1861.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior and garden designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Toyama Hamono and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. 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Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-r2-slim-shear-sharpening-stone\"\u003eToyama Hamono R2 Slim Shear Sharpening Stone, #320\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpening: the eraser cleans; use the R2 whetstone to restore an edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep pitting or heavy corrosion on old tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for tools that earn a place in the house as well as the garden. Toyama Hamono was founded in 1861 in Sanjo, Niigata, a city with a long tradition of metalworking, and still forges its shears by the traditional tanzo method. 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Its thin profile lets it reach narrow gaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the R3 rust eraser sharpen as well?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It cleans; for sharpening, use the R2 sharpening stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere is the R3 rust eraser made?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Japan, by Toyama Hamono of Sanjo, Niigata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior and garden designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Toyama Hamono and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Buying several pairs for a landscaping crew, a florist studio or client gifts? 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Hang it on your waist belt, from a fence, or wear it as a shoulder pouch with the included string. 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Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t101-walnut-pruning-shears\"\u003eToyama Hamono T101 Pruning Shears, Walnut Wood Grip\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwners of Toyama Hamono’s mini T33 and T34 shears, which don’t fit this pouch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants a pouch that stays pristine: the leather is meant to darken and mark with use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for tools that earn a place in the house as well as the garden. Toyama Hamono was founded in 1861 in Sanjo, Niigata, a city with a long tradition of metalworking, and still forges its shears by the traditional tanzo method. 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