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product_id: 223739233
title: "Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool with 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath, Natural Wood Handle (Design 1, 1)"
brand: "仁作 nisaku"
price: "¥598"
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reviews_count: 5
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# Serrated edge for cutting roots & tough weeds 7-inch razor-sharp stainless steel blade Natural wood handle with ergonomic grip Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool with 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath, Natural Wood Handle (Design 1, 1)

**Brand:** 仁作 nisaku
**Price:** ¥598
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌱 Dig Deeper, Cut Cleaner — The Ultimate Garden Game-Changer!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool with 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath, Natural Wood Handle (Design 1, 1) by 仁作 nisaku
- **How much does it cost?** ¥598 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- 仁作 nisaku enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted 仁作 nisaku brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Rust-resistant stainless steel blade engineered for tough, rocky, and clay soils.
- • **Dual-Edge Versatility:** Smooth edge for digging, serrated side for sawing through thick roots.
- • **Precision Meets Power:** 7-inch stainless steel blade slices through roots and soil effortlessly.
- • **Ergonomic Natural Grip:** Classic wooden handle designed for comfort and control during extended use.
- • **Trusted Japanese Craftsmanship:** Manufactured by Nisaku in Japan, blending tradition with modern durability.

## Overview

The Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Tool features a 7-inch stainless steel blade with a dual-edge design—smooth for digging and serrated for cutting roots. Its natural wood handle offers ergonomic comfort, while the rust-resistant blade ensures durability in tough soil conditions. Crafted by Nisaku in Japan, this versatile tool is a must-have for professional and passionate gardeners alike.

## Description

Gentle Stainless Steel knife

Review: Great digging knife - This has become my new "go to" hand tool when digging in the garden. After using it for a month and in parts of the garden where the soil is pretty hard and dry (almost rock like), I can say the blade holds up very well. The blade is 1/8" thick in the middle. Initially I was concerned it might not be thick enough because I usually take my trowel and push it into the soil and then press against the handle sideways as leverage, which causes a lot of stress on the tool. At no point after using it in tough ground did I feel the blade would bend. It is very strong and the pointed tip digs into the hard ground easily. I call it a blade because the edges are really sharp. One side is serrated so you can use it to saw through thick roots. I was digging out some tree saplings with thick tap root and the blade cut through it like a hot knife through butter. I'm glad the tool came with a sheath because I can definitely see myself cutting my fingers when reaching in the tool bin. I'm no expert on metallurgy, but it feels like good quality steel. Carbon steel is stronger, but I wanted stainless steel because I didn't want to worry about it rusting. The big selling point was that the tool was manufactured in Japan, which is known for their quality knives and tools. On the sheath, the labeling says that the tool was manufactured in Japan by Nisaku for Snow Joe, NJ. I think I have seen a similar tool with Snow Joe printed on the blade, but this one does not have the Snow Joe trademark printed on it. However, the stamping on the blade is in English stating the Japanese company and that it is made with stainless steel. On the concave side, measurement depth is stamped in both Imperial and Metric units. The last observation I want to mention is that I initially found the handle not particularly ergonomic. The handle is made of wood and blocky in shape, but over time I've grown accustomed to it. If this had been a problem for Japanese gardeners, I'm sure the company would have changed the handle for their domestic market a long time ago. I figure there's a reason this style of tool has stood the test of time. Addendum: This is the second year I've had this knife and I absolutely love it. It's my favourite garden tool. It's the most used item in my collection of gardening tools. At the moment I'm removing a tree stump. No I'm not using the knife to cut down the stump. I've been using a shovel to excavate the soil around the tree stump, but I use the knife to loosen the dirt between the roots. The dirt is mostly glacial moraine so it has a lot of clay and large stones so this knife is getting abused and hasn't failed at all. The steel is super strong and the serrated edge is able to easily cut 1/4" roots. I was so happy with this tool that I actually bought a second one for fear I might misplace the first one. Like sliced bread or ATMs, I can't imagine life without this tool.
Review: A seriously good tool. Buy it !! - This is an excellent tool for the garden. Typical Japanese build quality and design. The weight, hand feel and balance is very good and it is sharp enough for the task ( important features in a knife.....garden tool.....) Consequently, it feels comfortable and solid in your hand. The blade is hard chrome plated steel that is easy to clean ( I use a kitchen scourer and water and then dry the blade ). This is probably the best small tool I have found for working in the garden. Good for breaking up heavy soil and digging up/chopping out grasses and weeds. The sheath is not of the same quality, unfortunately. It's vinyl (vegan leather?!?) and doesn't do the knife justice. I suppose it keeps the cost down and the quality of the knife is the most important thing. I would happily pay more for a real leather sheath though. If you are looking for a high quality, well made weeding tool, buy this one. Made in Japan and it costs about the same as the Chinese versions.

## Features

- Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool
- 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath
- Natural Wood Handle
- package include 1 pic

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0007WFG2I |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #309,932 in Garden & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Garden & Outdoors ) #154 in Grass Shears #985 in Manual Weeders |
| Blade Edge | सादा |
| Blade Length | 7 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Shape | Straight Back |
| Blade Type | Straight |
| Brand | 仁作 nisaku |
| Brand Name | 仁作 nisaku |
| Colour | as shown in pic |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 8,839 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00705181151601 |
| Hand Orientation | Right Hand |
| Handle Material | Wood |
| Included Components | Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool With 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath, Natural Wood Handle (DESIGN 1, 1) Included Components Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool With 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath, Natural Wood Handle (DESIGN 1, 1) See more |
| Is Product Cordless | Yes |
| Item Length | 7.25 Inches |
| Item Shape | Curved |
| Item Weight | 300 Grams |
| Manufacture Year | 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Tomita |
| Model Name | 650 |
| Model Number | 650 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | NJP650 |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Digging, Gardening, Planting, Weeding |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Size | 17.8 cm |
| Special Feature | Ergonomic Handle |
| Special Features | Ergonomic Handle |
| Style Name | Japanese |
| Theme | Holiday, Sport |
| UPC | 370839451749 346213178922 359627432030 372426379344 726367089570 376346740079 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** 仁作 nisaku
- **Model Name:** 650
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Digging, Gardening, Planting, Weeding
- **Special Feature:** Both serrated and straight edge blades

## Images

![Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool with 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath, Natural Wood Handle (Design 1, 1) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gNmGtrjIL.jpg)
![Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool with 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath, Natural Wood Handle (Design 1, 1) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Z9zezWzcL.jpg)
![Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool with 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath, Natural Wood Handle (Design 1, 1) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OfkNWMzfL.jpg)
![Tomita Japanese Hori Hori Garden Landscaping Digging Tool with 7-inch Stainless Steel Blade & Sheath, Natural Wood Handle (Design 1, 1) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41waB2p42dL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long does this knife last with regular daily use?**
A: I've had mine for at least 20 years and use it every day from March - October. It's still going strong, with at least another 20 years of life in it. My garden is about 7000 sf. This Nisaku hori hori is a true workhorse. It's perfect.

**Q: Given the lack of a crossguard, has anyone experienced cuts from their grip slipping while gardenning?**
A: I've used it a lot for brutal digging of old and very thick compacted sod with helatious weeds and have never slippped down. I use it in an underhanded stab/digging motion away from me, in an overhanded, downward stab/dig on the far side of the clumps, like slaying a vampire, but I also stab and spin it around the clumps -- for THAT it is a-may-zing. Since I haven't had it slip with all that, I, personally, wouldn't give it another thought. What I DO caution is to be conscious and use care with activites that involve using your OTHER hand too closely, it IS wickehd shahp. I came close when holding a clump whilst jabbing at it with the other hand. No question to me, it's best garden tool ever!

**Q: Where is this manufactured?**
A: Listed on the knife sheath that came with the Hori Hori:   Manufactured in Japan

**Q: Is both sides of the blade smooth or is one smooth and one serrated? I saw a program about this knife, and the ones they used had serrated on one side**
A: One side is smooth, the other serrated.  You didn't ask, but it might be helpful to know that the blade is slightly curved (not a scimitar curve, curved like the side of a cylinder).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great digging knife
*by A***. on 7 September 2022*

This has become my new "go to" hand tool when digging in the garden. After using it for a month and in parts of the garden where the soil is pretty hard and dry (almost rock like), I can say the blade holds up very well. The blade is 1/8" thick in the middle. Initially I was concerned it might not be thick enough because I usually take my trowel and push it into the soil and then press against the handle sideways as leverage, which causes a lot of stress on the tool. At no point after using it in tough ground did I feel the blade would bend. It is very strong and the pointed tip digs into the hard ground easily. I call it a blade because the edges are really sharp. One side is serrated so you can use it to saw through thick roots. I was digging out some tree saplings with thick tap root and the blade cut through it like a hot knife through butter. I'm glad the tool came with a sheath because I can definitely see myself cutting my fingers when reaching in the tool bin. I'm no expert on metallurgy, but it feels like good quality steel. Carbon steel is stronger, but I wanted stainless steel because I didn't want to worry about it rusting. The big selling point was that the tool was manufactured in Japan, which is known for their quality knives and tools. On the sheath, the labeling says that the tool was manufactured in Japan by Nisaku for Snow Joe, NJ. I think I have seen a similar tool with Snow Joe printed on the blade, but this one does not have the Snow Joe trademark printed on it. However, the stamping on the blade is in English stating the Japanese company and that it is made with stainless steel. On the concave side, measurement depth is stamped in both Imperial and Metric units. The last observation I want to mention is that I initially found the handle not particularly ergonomic. The handle is made of wood and blocky in shape, but over time I've grown accustomed to it. If this had been a problem for Japanese gardeners, I'm sure the company would have changed the handle for their domestic market a long time ago. I figure there's a reason this style of tool has stood the test of time. Addendum: This is the second year I've had this knife and I absolutely love it. It's my favourite garden tool. It's the most used item in my collection of gardening tools. At the moment I'm removing a tree stump. No I'm not using the knife to cut down the stump. I've been using a shovel to excavate the soil around the tree stump, but I use the knife to loosen the dirt between the roots. The dirt is mostly glacial moraine so it has a lot of clay and large stones so this knife is getting abused and hasn't failed at all. The steel is super strong and the serrated edge is able to easily cut 1/4" roots. I was so happy with this tool that I actually bought a second one for fear I might misplace the first one. Like sliced bread or ATMs, I can't imagine life without this tool.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A seriously good tool. Buy it !!
*by M***N on 14 October 2025*

This is an excellent tool for the garden. Typical Japanese build quality and design. The weight, hand feel and balance is very good and it is sharp enough for the task ( important features in a knife.....garden tool.....) Consequently, it feels comfortable and solid in your hand. The blade is hard chrome plated steel that is easy to clean ( I use a kitchen scourer and water and then dry the blade ). This is probably the best small tool I have found for working in the garden. Good for breaking up heavy soil and digging up/chopping out grasses and weeds. The sheath is not of the same quality, unfortunately. It's vinyl (vegan leather?!?) and doesn't do the knife justice. I suppose it keeps the cost down and the quality of the knife is the most important thing. I would happily pay more for a real leather sheath though. If you are looking for a high quality, well made weeding tool, buy this one. Made in Japan and it costs about the same as the Chinese versions.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Strong and sturdy
*by A***S on 22 February 2026*

Fantastic hori hori knife

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