{"product_id":"tobisho-aogami-steel-flower-shears-ps-19","title":"Tobisho Aogami Steel Flower Shears (PS-19)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlim Japanese flower shears with hand-brazed Yasuki Aogami steel blades, made by Tobisho in Yamagata.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTobisho’s PS-19 flower shears have long, slim blades for reaching into a bouquet or a dense plant and making a precise, clean cut. Like all Tobisho tools they are made in Yamagata from Yasuki Aogami (blue paper) steel, hand-brazed for exceptional sharpness and durability, with rounded edges that slide through stems smoothly. Ergonomic handles keep the hand comfortable through long sessions of arranging or harvesting, and a stopper at the end of the handles holds them closed for compact storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tobisho (Yamagata Prefecture, Japan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flower shears, item TB-PS-19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flower and harvesting shears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yasuki Aogami (blue paper) steel, hand-brazed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round-edged, for smooth, effortless cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ergonomic, often wrapped in vinyl tape for comfort and visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stopper at the handle end keeps them closed and compact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 205 mm (about 8.1 in), per the maker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStopper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal catch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sits between pruning and bud-trimming shears: small branches, vegetables and flower stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-finished one pair at a time, so each varies slightly\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 TB-PS-19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, slim blades for precise cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-brazed Yasuki Aogami (blue paper) steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded edges for smooth, clean cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle-end stopper for compact storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan by Tobisho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlower arranging and ikebana, cutting from the garden, harvesting herbs and vegetables, deadheading. A favorite of florists and a lovely gift for flower lovers. Pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tobisho-aogami-steel-pruning-shears-ps-07\"\u003eTobisho Aogami Steel Pruning Shears (PS-07)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoody branches: use the PS-07 pruning shears or a saw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting stainless steel: Aogami is carbon steel and needs drying and oiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting wire or ribbon: keep the edge for plants.\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 Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Tobisho is a Japanese maker that specializes in horticultural shears, based in Yamagata Prefecture. Its blades are hand-brazed from Yasuki Aogami (blue paper) steel, prized for its sharpness and durability, and its tools are a favorite of professional gardeners and flower growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash with a kitchen sponge and water (a little mild soap if needed), rinse and dry thoroughly. Store indoors in a dry place. If rust appears, scrub it off with a lightly abrasive kitchen sponge. Once a year, oil the blades with neutral cooking oil and buff with a rag; have them sharpened by a competent knife and tool sharpener as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat are the Tobisho flower shears used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlower arranging, cutting garden flowers, deadheading and harvesting herbs and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat steel is in the Tobisho flower shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand-brazed Yasuki Aogami (blue paper) steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the Tobisho flower shears cut thick branches?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are made for stems; for woody growth choose the Tobisho pruning shears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I clean the Tobisho flower shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWash with a sponge and water, dry thoroughly, store indoors and oil the blades once a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre the Tobisho flower shears good for ikebana? (our advice)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes: the slim blades reach into arrangements and make the clean cuts ikebana needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I resharpen the Tobisho flower shears?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, a competent knife and tool sharpener can sharpen them as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior designers, architects, stylists and hospitality buyers can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Tobisho and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and help sourcing in quantity. Applying takes about three minutes, and our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day.\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. All sales are final, so check the size and specifications above before ordering; if your order arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the Tobisho flower shears used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Flower arranging, cutting garden flowers, deadheading and harvesting herbs and vegetables.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What steel is in the Tobisho flower shears?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Hand-brazed Yasuki Aogami (blue paper) steel.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will the Tobisho flower shears cut thick branches?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"They are made for stems; for woody growth choose the Tobisho pruning shears.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How do I clean the Tobisho flower shears?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Wash with a sponge and water, dry thoroughly, store indoors and oil the blades once a year.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Are the Tobisho flower shears good for ikebana? 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