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  2. Niwaki Plane (top view)

Niwaki Plane
Kanna

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A great introduction to the world of Japanese carpenter’s planes, with a hard wearing and easy to sharpen laminated SK steel blade, set within a Japanese White Oak block (dai). 

As with most Japanese tools, the cutting is down with a pull stroke, pulling towards you, not pushing away.

Setting up Kanna (Japanese planes) is a bit of a knack - have a look here for detailed information youtu.be/QQytHrqMsug (Sumokun’s YouTube channel is not affiliated to, or sponsored by, Niwaki in anyway - he’s just keen to help!)

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$85.50
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Niwaki PlaneFree delivery for orders over $100.00 (excluding any surcharges if applicable, and any applicable customs taxes for non GB deliveries)⚠ Sorry. Niwaki Plane is not available at the moment, but if you order now we will send from 10 Jan 2025.Availability Alert Email Sign‑upAdd to Wishlist / Save for later
Niwaki Plane
  • 1.1kg
  • 275 x 85 x 70mm
  • 65mm blades
  • SK Steel
  • Japanese White Oak handles
  • Made in Sanjo, Japan
  • Stock Unavailable (estimated dispatch from 10 Jan 2025)
Delivery

UK: (excluding Tripod Ladders)

  • Free delivery for orders over £100*
  • £4.00: Standard service via Royal Mail Tracked 48; typically 2–5 working days.
  • £7.50: Priority service via Royal Mail Tracked 24, DHL, FedEx, or UPS; typically delivered next working day by 6pm (excluding Sat/Sun and UK Bank Holidays) for orders received before 12pm GMT Mon–Fri (excluding UK Bank Holidays).

Global: (excluding Tripod Ladders)

  • 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 Crean 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).

  • Sharpen Secateurs every couple of weeks
  • Sharpen Shears and Topiary Clippers EVERY TIME you use them - the difference is amazing
Essentials