Toyama Hamono — six generations of Japanese blacksmithing, in shears, snips and scissors you will keep for life.
The Story
Sanjo, in Niigata, has worked metal for centuries. Toyama Hamono opened its forge there in 1861 and still shapes its blades by tanzo, hand forging, then finishes every pair by hand so the blades meet cleanly and the pivot moves smoothly. Japan’s Good Design Award and a Sustainable Garden Product of the Show title at Melbourne’s 2023 flower and garden show followed.
The Collection
Walnut and leather
All stainless
Bonsai, ikebana and Okubo
Keep them sharp
For Designers & Trade
Gifting clients or outfitting a landscape team? The LoftModern Trade Program gives approved professionals trade pricing (up to 20% off retail on eligible brands) and concierge support.
Questions We Hear Most
Who is Toyama Hamono?
A shear maker in Sanjo, Japan, founded in 1861 and still forging by the traditional tanzo method. Its tools have won Japan’s Good Design Award.
Wood, leather or stainless: which grip is for me?
Walnut feels warm and classic; leather wraps add grip and soften over time; all-stainless pairs are the low-maintenance choice for damp climates.
What are Koeda, Warabi-te and Okubo?
Traditional Japanese shapes: Koeda scissors for small bonsai branches, Warabi-te shears for ikebana, and Okubo scissors for everyday garden work.
Do Toyama Hamono shears make good gifts?
Yes. They are made to be kept for years; add the R5N leather holster and the R2 whetstone for a complete set.
Can designers get trade pricing on Toyama Hamono?
Yes, through the LoftModern Trade Program, with up to 20% off retail on eligible brands.
