Asano Japanese Ninja Claw Rake & Cultivator

Japanese claw rake built for serious soil work

The Japanese Ninja Claw Rake & Cultivator is a compact, no-nonsense soil tool with serious credentials. Five hand-forged carbon steel prongs, a rust-resistant coating and traditional Japanese craftsmanship combine to make this one of the most useful small tools you can keep in the garden. Light enough to use with precision, tough enough to tackle compacted soil, stubborn weeds and embedded rocks.

Perfect for Australian soils

Australian soils can be demanding. The five-pronged claw is well suited to breaking up the surface crusting and poor aeration that challenge native plantings, helping to improve drainage and root penetration in even the most stubborn ground.

A compact tool with real reach

At 24cm total length, the Ninja Claw sits comfortably in the hand for close, controlled work in garden beds, pots, and tight spaces between established plants. The timber handle provides a warm, secure grip, while the 10cm claw width covers enough ground to make quick work of weeding and cultivation without disturbing neighbouring plants.

Why you'll love it

• Five steel prongs for exceptional strength and durability
• Rust-resistant coating for long life in all weather conditions
• Compact size ideal for detailed work in beds, borders, and pots
• Effective for aerating compacted Australian soils and breaking up surface crust
• Traditional Japanese craftsmanship with a quality timber handle

Uses in the garden

• Aerating and loosening compacted or crusted soil
• Weeding between established plants and in tight spaces
• Digging out rocks and debris from garden beds
• Cultivating soil around native plantings and potted specimens
• Breaking up surface soil before mulching or planting

Materials and finish

• Head: hand-forged carbon steel with rust-resistant coating
• Handle: timber

Details

• Total length: 24cm
• Claw length: 9cm
• Claw width: 10cm
• Handle length: 14cm
• Number of prongs: 5
• Place of origin: Made in Japan
• Traditional name: Kumade (熊手)

Care

• Knock soil from the claw head after use and wipe clean to protect the coating and extend tool life

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About Asano Mokkousho

Asano 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.