Niwaki Mainichi Secateurs
Japanese Pruners

Everyday secateurs for general pruning in the garden.

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Standard issue in Japan, where these are considered the every day, go-to choice for pruning. The big chunky catch at the bottom has a crisp action that’s easy to use, even with cold wet hands or muddy gloves, and the spring is well secured and never accidentally pops out. As with all Japanese secateurs, these have a simple direct action, resulting in a very clean, efficient cut.

Yellow grips stand out in the garden, and are great for when they end up in the compost heap. We’ve added one blue sleeve to the left handed version, to avoid mix-ups with your right-handed partner’s or colleague’s pair.

The Mainichi Small are 180mm long, with a 45mm blade, which is 10% smaller than the standard size. If you wear a size small Niwaki Gardening Glove you may find these more comfortable.

The standard size Mainichis are suitable for cuts of 10-15mm, depending on plant type and what you had for breakfast, whereas the smaller version hovers in the 8-10mm max cut zone. Remember: if it feels too tough, it probably is too tough, so use your intuition.

Tips

Clean with a Niwaki Clean Mate rust and sap eraser
Sharpen with a Niwaki #1000 grit stone
Protect with Niwaki Camellia Oil

Right Handed	$45.50
Left Handed	$45.50
Small Right Handed	$45.50
No Holster	+ $0.00
+ Standard Canvas Holster	+ $13.00
+ Single Leather Holster	+ $26.00
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Please note: By law, we are not permitted to sell a knife or blade to any person under the age of 18. By placing an order for one of these items you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over. These items must be used responsibly and appropriately.

Niwaki Canvas Holster • Standard

2oz
9.4 x 3.1"
Made in China
In Stock - Available to dispatch worldwide, contact us for showroom stock availability

Niwaki Mainichi Secateurs • Left Handed

7.4oz
8 x 1.9 x 0.8"
2.2" blades
Max cut Ø0.4"
SK-85 Carbon Steel
Vinyl Grip handles
Made in Japan
Stock Unavailable (estimated dispatch from 10 Jan 2025)

Niwaki Mainichi Secateurs • Right Handed

7.4oz
8 x 1.9 x 0.8"
2.2" blades
Max cut Ø0.4"
SK-85 Carbon Steel
Vinyl Grip handles
Made in Japan
In Stock - Available to dispatch worldwide, contact us for showroom stock availability

Niwaki Mainichi Secateurs • Small Right Handed

6.4oz
7.1 x 1.8 x 0.8"
1.8" blades
Max cut Ø0.3"
SK-85 Carbon Steel
Vinyl Grip handles
Made in Japan
In Stock - Available to dispatch worldwide, contact us for showroom stock availability

Single Holster • Standard

3.3oz
9.3 x 3.3 x 1"
3mm Leather
Made in China
In Stock - Available to dispatch worldwide, contact us for showroom stock availability

Global Delivery

Free delivery for orders over £/$/€100*
Price depends on location - adjust the COUNTRY tab in your basket to see the price.
We use DHL, FedEx, or UPS, and we’ll email you the tracking info.

*Customs fees may apply and are estimated during checkout. Surcharges may apply to some larger or heavier items to some areas.
* Please note Niwaki are not responsible for any import duty, taxes or fees incurred and these will be will be collected by our courier during customs clearance — For EU countries, when possible DHL will provide an estimate on the order confirmation page.

Caring For Your Tools

Most of our sharp tools are made from carbon steel - this means they may, through regular use, stain (and eventually rust) and gradually lose their edge. Caring for them involves three things…

1. Correct Use:

Japanese steel is hard and sharp, and can be more brittle than some people are used to - it will chip if abused
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)
Do not twist or apply uneven pressure
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 (shears are not loppers)
Use the base of the blades, not the tips, for heavier cuts

2. Keeping Them Clean:

Remove leaf resin, rust and gunk with a Clean Mate and water
Dry, wipe over with Camellia oil and store in a dry place

3. Keeping Them Sharp:

New tools won’t need sharpening for some time, but after a while you’ll notice them gradually lose their edge, especially if you’re box clipping (you need REALLY sharp blades to get a good finish with box). Use the Niwaki Sharpening Stones for best results (#1000 grit is best for general sharpening).