{"title":"Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eYoshida hand hoes are forged in Miki, Japan, a town that has spent centuries perfecting serious steel. Traditional Japanese hoes for planting, weeding and breaking ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHard soil doesn't stand a chance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"forked-hand-hoe","title":"Forked Hand Hoe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe three-pronged multitasker your veggie patch has been waiting for.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged in Miki, Japan—a place that knows a thing or two about serious steel—this traditional forked hand hoe is the heavy-duty companion for the gardener who views soil preparation as a form of meditation. It’s not just a tool; it’s an invitation to get stuck in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re meticulously preparing seed beds in the veggie garden or engaging in the high-stakes drama of prising out stubborn roots, clumps, and rogue rocks, this hoe handles it all. It’s designed for digging, weeding, and planting with a level of versatility that makes other hand tools look a bit lazy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced, robust, and finished with a smooth birch handle, it feels exactly how a proper garden tool should. It’s the kind of implement that makes the \"general use\" around the garden feel like a professional operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Miki, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61552248521074,"sku":"G-ELE-YOS-0081","price":39.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/3893\/7458\/files\/elephant-tools-default-title-forked-hand-hoe-53026924593522.jpg?v=1779021885"},{"product_id":"hand-hoe","title":"Hand Hoe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundwork, elevated.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Yoshida Kuwa Hand Hoe—a masterclass in soil preparation. If you’re the kind of person who views a perfectly level seed bed as a personal triumph, this is your new best friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Miki, Japan, this Japanese-style hoe is built for the serious business of planting, weeding, and breaking up the earth. It doesn't just scratch the surface; it prises up roots, clumps, and rocks with a level of satisfaction that borders on the addictive. At a nimble 357g with a sturdy birch handle, it’s designed for those long, quiet afternoons where it’s just you, the dirt, and a very specific plan for your vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade in Miki, Japan.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTool Rituals (Maintenance)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese steel is legendary for a reason—it’s incredibly hard and stays sharp longer. But even legends need a little love. To keep this hoe in peak condition and ensure it outlives the weeds, follow the ritual:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRespect the edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s for soil, not stones, wire, or plastic. To avoid chips, don’t twist the blade; let the weight and the edge do the work.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLooking for more? This hoe has siblings. Explore the Large Forked Hoe, Forked Hand Hoe, or the Large Japanese Hoe to complete your obsessive collection.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61552248553842,"sku":"G-ELE-YOS-0051","price":39.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/3893\/7458\/files\/elephant-tools-default-title-hand-hoe-53097228730738.jpg?v=1779021885"}],"url":"https:\/\/bugg.co.nz\/collections\/yoshida.oembed","provider":"Bugg ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}