{"product_id":"asano-japanese-fork-mattock","title":"Asano Japanese Fork Mattock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Japanese fork mattock by Asano Mokkousho\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Asano Mokkousho fork mattock is a lightweight, well-balanced single-handed tool that combines a mattock blade on one side with fork tines on the other. Forged carbon steel head, timber handle and traditional Japanese craftsmanship combine in a tool sized for precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual-purpose forged steel head\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Australian garden, where compacted clay soils and rocky ground resist conventional tools, the mattock's focused chopping action breaks through surface crust while the fork tines open soil structure. The 36cm total length keeps the tool compact and controllable for single-handed use in established beds and tight spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLightweight and well balanced\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 540g the fork mattock is substantial enough to do real work with minimal effort but light enough for extended single-handed use. The timber handle provides the control needed for close cultivation work near established plants and root systems. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged carbon steel \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and well balanced \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimber handle for a comfortable and secure grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited to compacted and challenging Australian soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUses in the garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreaking compacted and crusted Australian soils with the mattock blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosening and aerating root zones with the fork tines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeeding and lifting surface-rooted plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHilling soil around plants\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 36cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMattock blade: 8cm long x 6cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFork tines: 7.5cm long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 540g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade material: forged carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: timber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace of origin: Made in Japan by Asano Mokkousho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe blade and tines clean after use and dry thoroughly to protect the carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of oil periodically to prevent rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat the timber handle occasionally with linseed oil to maintain condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/minimalistgardener.com.au\/collections\/japanese-gardening-tools\" title=\"Japanese Gardening Tool Collection\"\u003eShop all our Japanese garden tools.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Asano Mokkousho\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsano Mokkousho is a family-run Japanese toolmaker founded in 1950 in the Tsubame-Sanjo region, renowned for its traditional metalworking heritage. Rooted in a mission to support farmers and nature lovers, the brand produces handcrafted tools designed for gardening and outdoor living.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Asano Mokkousho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48087033774258,"sku":"AS06040","price":56.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/5317\/3170\/files\/asano-japanese-fork-mattock-8607294.jpg?v=1790157013","url":"https:\/\/minimalistgardener.com.au\/products\/asano-japanese-fork-mattock","provider":"Minimalist Gardener","version":"1.0","type":"link"}