{"title":"Nisaku","description":"\u003cp\u003eNisaku are Japanese specialty blade makers, and their hori hori knives are the proof. High carbon Japanese steel, ground to an edge that makes weeding feel almost unfair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig, divide, weed, plant. One knife, most of the jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hori-hori-weeder-170mm","title":"Hori Hori Weeder 170mm","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe only tool you might actually need.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're the kind of gardener who likes to get things done without lugging an entire shed's worth of equipment around, meet your new obsession. The Hori Hori isn't just a tool; it's a cult classic that makes other garden implements look a little... redundant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssentially a knife-shaped trowel, this 170mm Nisaku masterpiece is crafted from top-quality Japanese stainless steel. It features a concave, super-sharp blade with heavy-duty serrations on one side, making it the ultimate multi-tasker. Digging, cutting, sawing, planting, it handles the lot with a level of precision that is frankly quite addictive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name comes from the Japanese verb \"to dig\" (Hori), and legend has it these were first used in the mountains of Japan for harvesting. Today, it's the insider's secret for everything from rooting out deep-seated weeds to marking out seed rows and potting up. It's sharp enough to slice through stems and tough enough to tackle soil that hasn't seen a spade in years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a master of the craft or just starting your journey into the dirt, this is a piece of kit that earns its place in the bag. For many of us, it has effectively retired the trowel and the pruner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-purpose: Digs, cuts, weeds, and plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to go deep on the history? Read more on our blog: \u003ca style=\"color: #f7b265;\" title=\"The Hori Hori Knife - the most versatile tool for your garden kit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bugg.co.nz\/blog\/the-hori-hori-knife-the-most-versatile-tool-for-your-garden-kit\/\"\u003eThe Hori Hori Knife: The most versatile tool for your garden kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nisaku","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61552141599090,"sku":"G-ELE-MAR005","price":59.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/3893\/7458\/files\/nisaku-default-title-hori-hori-weeder-170mm-53097009676658.jpg?v=1779021529"},{"product_id":"hori-hori-weeder-110mm","title":"Hori Hori Weeder 110mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe cult classic, now more nimble.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery gardener has their 'desert island' tool. This is almost certainly it. The Hori Hori is essentially what happens when a trowel and a serrated knife decide to settle down and raise a family. It’s concave, it’s dangerously sharp, and it’s about to make half your tool shed feel a bit redundant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the 110mm version—the shorter, punchier sibling of the best-selling Nisaku. It offers all the same grit and versatility but in a more compact size, making it the superior choice for maneuvering in tight spaces, delicate pots, or densely planted borders where a full-sized blade feels like overkill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name? It comes from the Japanese verb for \"to dig\"—\u003cem\u003eHori\u003c\/em\u003e. Legend says it originated in the mountainous regions of Japan for harvesting vegetables, but today it’s the ultimate multi-tasker. It saws through stems, roots out deep-seated weeds, marks out seed rows with surgical precision, and digs holes for planting without breaking a sweat. It’s the kind of tool that makes you look—and feel—like you know exactly what you’re doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged from top-quality Japanese stainless steel, this is a piece of kit designed for the long game. Whether you’re a weekend novice or a seasoned dirt-obsessive, the Hori Hori is the upgrade your garden kit deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n• Blade: 110mm | Handle: 110mm\u003cbr\u003e\n• Top-quality Japanese stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\n• Concave blade with serrated edge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed more lore? Check out our deep dive: \u003ca title=\"The Hori Hori Knife - the most versatile tool for your garden kit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bugg.co.nz\/blog\/the-hori-hori-knife-the-most-versatile-tool-for-your-garden-kit\/\"\u003eThe Hori Hori Knife: The most versatile tool for your garden kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLooking for something with a bit more reach? We also have the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bugg.co.nz\/shop\/nisaku-hori-hori-weeder-knife-170mm\/\"\u003eNisaku Hori Hori 170mm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nisaku","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61552355049842,"sku":"G-ELE-NIS-6200","price":49.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/3893\/7458\/files\/nisaku-default-title-hori-hori-weeder-110mm-53097394471282.jpg?v=1779020751"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/3893\/7458\/collections\/nisaku_20logo_20website_1632777651__32319.png?v=1767732708","url":"https:\/\/bugg.co.nz\/collections\/nisaku.oembed","provider":"Bugg ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}