Pair of carbon steel Higurashi pruning scissors on white background
Pair of carbon steel Higurashi pruning scissors on white background
Pair of carbon steel Higurashi pruning scissors next to plant on natural background

Higurashi Scissors

$68.00
Niwaki

Niwaki's Higurashi Scissors are traditional drop-forged floral scissors from the flower fields of Fukuoka, also known as okuba scissors. Designed for precision work, they are ideal for light pruning around the garden and home—ikebana, cut flowers, dead-heading, herbs, and bonsai shaping.

Crafted in Japan from hard-wearing carbon steel, they hold a sharp edge well and can be easily resharpened over time, making them a reliable everyday tool for careful, considered pruning.

Materials

S55C carbon steel
Specifications
  • 7.3" x 4"
  • 2" blades
  • 0.2" (5 mm) maximum cutting ⌀
  • made in Japan
Use

Hold with your index finger outside the handle for flexible, comfy use. Use the base of the blades, not the tips, for heavier cuts. Do not twist or apply uneven pressure.

Do not cut wire, metal, stone, plastic or any other hard material—even bamboo fibres and some very hard woods, especially knots and burrs, can damage steel edges.

 
Care

With regular use, all steel blades will stain, rust, and gradually lose their edge over time. You can keep your scissors working properly by remembering the following: 

  • Japanese steel is hard and sharp, and can be more brittle than some people are used to - it will chip if abused.
  • Cut diagonally across branches (not straight across) so you cut along the fibres
  • Pay attention to our maximum cut dimensions, and don’t overdo it. 
  • Wipe clean with a dry rag after each use.
  • Sharpen with a fine sharpening stone and Camellia oil regularly.
Further Reading

The word niwaki in Japanese means "garden tree", and it refers to the art of training trees through care, attention, and detail. Niwaki brings the very best in Japanese design and craftsmanship, inspiring gardeners, chefs, and craftsmen to do the stuff they love, even better. 

Explore our Niwaki collection for thoughtfully crafted Japanese tools designed for the home, garden, and daily life.
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