Japanese Made Bonsai Tools
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The History Of Japanese Bonsai Tools
Bonsai is a traditional Japanese art form in which miniature trees are grown and trained in small pots. The history of bonsai can be traced back to the Heian period (794-1185) in Japan, when court nobles began growing dwarf versions of trees and plants in small pots as a symbol of their wealth and status.
Japanese bonsai tools have a long history and have evolved over time to meet the specific needs of bonsai cultivation. In the early days, bonsai tools were simple and crude, made from materials such as bamboo and wood.
During the Edo period (1603-1868), bonsai began to gain popularity among the common people and professional bonsai growers started to appear. As the demand for bonsai increased, so did the demand for specialized bonsai tools.
During this period, bonsai tools started to be made from steel, which made them stronger and more durable. The tools were also designed with specific functions in mind, such as shaping, pruning, and wiring.
In the Meiji period (1868-1912), bonsai began to gain international recognition and many Japanese bonsai growers and artists began to travel abroad to showcase their work. This led to the development of new bonsai tools and techniques, as well as the introduction of foreign tools and ideas to Japan.
Today, Japanese bonsai tools are considered to be some of the best in the world. They are made from high-quality materials and are designed to be both functional and beautiful. Some of the most commonly used bonsai tools include scissors, shears, pliers, wire cutters, and knob cutters.
Japanese bonsai tools are known for their precision, durability, and ergonomic design, which makes them a popular choice among bonsai enthusiasts and professionals all over the world.
Steel Guide
Carbon Steel Bonsai Tools : Carbon Steel is a harder steel that can be worked down to a fine thin edge, the thinner the edge the sharper the tool. Not many steels can go as thin as Carbon Steel without the risk of breaking. Carbon steel is very strong and will stay sharp for a long time. We sell a few different grades of Carbon Steel tools. The steel grades are listed on the product pages. Carbon Steel does rust easy though due to the high iron content so they will need to be well looked after.
Stainless Steel Bonsai Tools : Stainless Steels main benefit is the fact that it wont rust. Stainless Steel tools aren't as hard as carbon so they will do dull quicker and require sharpening. Stainless Steel does have a nice appearance and are easy to look after. Stainless Steel will always be more expensive due to the cost of the raw steel.
Why Japanese Bonsai Tools?
The Japanese are the best in the world at making anything with a cutting edge from Swords to Chefs Knives. Part of why they are the best is because of the Carbon Steels they use, Japanese Carbon Steel has the ability to be sharpened better then any other steel in the world while holding its strength and durability. Kikuwa Tools have been around since the 60's and are world renowned. You can be sure when you buy tools from Bonsai-En you are buying tools made from Genuine Japanese Steels. Buy Quality, Buy Once.
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