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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.7

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I receive gifts and vouchers every year from my family for Niwaki products. I have lost count of the number of items I have but everything I purchase is great quality and lasts much longer than other... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shockingly bad customer service and delivery. Do no buy from this company. Ordered and paid for a tripod ladder in June 2026, appreciate it was on back order at the time. Ladder came into stock... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love this company! Pricey admittedly but such beautifully crafted, handmade tools and accessories. I am happy spending a bit more to have something that is going to feel as special as my new Higuras... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought a 10ft Ladder at RHS wisley event. Impressed with the customer service representative at the show when ordering. The ladder came as scheduled despite some hiccups with the chosen delivery firm... See more

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Niwaki brings the very best in Japanese design and craftsmanship, inspiring gardeners, chefs and craftsmen to do the stuff they love, even better. We source and manufacture an extraordinary range of fine garden and woodworking tools, kitchen knives and outdoor gear, priding ourselves not only in the pleasure it brings our customers, but also the knowledge and enthusiasm we share with them. Raise your Hori Hori to the skies and join us!


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought a Niwaki tripod ladder at the…

I bought a Niwaki tripod ladder at the Chelsea flower show and it was delivered the next day. Amazing service and the 6 foot one is perfect for the hedge and guttering. Thank you

23 May 2024
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Wow, thank you for letting us know, I hope you enjoy using it!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Nice packaging, shame about the contents

Was sent a packet of Nasu ‘Millionaire’ small Japanese aubergine (5 seeds per pack) seeds as a gift.
One seed of the five germinated and it was a green capsicum. Well done Niwaki. On the basis of this I would never buy anything from them and would certainly never recommend them.
PS. I reviewed this one star as a star rating is necessary to write a review.

25 April 2024
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Hi, thank you for your review, I am sorry to hear that. Can you email our customer service team on info@niwaki.com and we can look into that for you?

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

That rare thing, top-rate customer service

I would like to highlight the exceptional service provided by this small company. After a delivery problem I contacted them directly and they provided a speedy solution with a real personal touch. On inspecting the secateurs they do appear to be top quality and I would have no hesitation in buying from them myself (this was a gift)

29 March 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliability and Satisfaction

Over the past four years, I’ve been acquiring tools from Niwaki, and I regularly utilise them in my daily work. Not once have I been disappointed by any of the items I possess, and I accumulated quite a collection. Take, for instance, my Tobisho A-type secateurs, it’s remained as sharp as the day I acquired it. While these tools do require regular maintenance, I find the process enjoyable, akin to caring for a cherished possession.

22 March 2024
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Thank you very much for your review Daniel, I'm glad to hear you are enjoying using our tools

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Really poor experience

Really poor experience. Secateurs started rusting in multiple spots upon first go around the garden. Friendly people at customer service, but no real solution (replacement / money back) is being offered. Defo not worth the money, which is a pity, because the tools look and feel great.

5 March 2024
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Reply from Niwaki

Hi Dan, many thanks for your review. Carbon steel is a wonderful metal to use for garden tools as it is incredibly sharp, holds its edge really well and sharpens easily when required. The trade off is that it does rust, sometimes even whilst you are using it. By contrast, stainless steel is a pig to sharpen, doesn't hold its edge well but remains rust free due to the nature of the metal. Because of the nature of carbon steel, we do not offer a replacement or refund as the tools can simply be cleaned using Crean Mate and protected with Camellia Oil to bring it back to it's original condition and back into use. We have a thorough section on tool care on our website and recommend it is done every time you use your tools (a couple of minutes is fine), or at the very least every 3-4 times you use them. I do believe we have offered to clean them for you free of charge on this occasion.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding customer service

I ordered a small pair of secateurs which I felt were a little small so I contacted the head office who made the swap to the larger size a wonderfully easy experience. Great customer service and a great product.
Can’t thank them enough.

16 February 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic company & products!

I am a professional gardener and I can tell you that you will not find better tools in the UK. The digging tools are supreme in every way. All the hoes, shovels & spades are so precise and effortless to use! The cutting & pruning tools are excellent quality and everything is top notch! Niwaki UK are brilliant and provide excellent service and after sales issues are dealt with on the spot. Fantastic products and company, highly recommended!

17 November 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The tripod ladder is a game changer

As a 60+ female gardener I not only struggle with lifting tall, heavy ladders, I also have a nightmare setting them up safely in place ready for me to start pruning, hedge trimming etc.
This has all changed. I purchased the 3m Original tripod ladder from Niwaki and with it weighing in at 10.5kg I can safely carry it with 1 hand whilst carrying my pruner etc in the other. The lightness of the ladder makes it easy to set up and with the carefully designed positioning of the feet I now feel safe and secure even when working at the highest recommended level.

Niwaki Ltd were a pleasure to deal with and the communications were excellent with booking in the delivery. The delivery went without a hitch and my ladder was delivered in good order and well within the quoted timescale.

Delivering oversized parcels is no mean feat since none of the regular couriers will carry such large parcels without imposing significant surcharges and in addition there is a great risk of damage occurring in transit. As a result, Niwaki either deliver the ladders themselves or use a specialist courier. They make this all clear in their delivery terms and therefore the 1 star review is, in my opinion, unfair. I understand the sour grapes but delivering anything to the Highlands is costly for any business due to the significant distances involved and the comparatively few orders in the area to make delivery economical.

If you are looking to work at height safely, without having to rely on someone to hold the ladder for security, then I would recommend a Niwaki tripod ladder.

29 October 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very special!

I love this company! Pricey admittedly but such beautifully crafted, handmade tools and accessories. I am happy spending a bit more to have something that is going to feel as special as my new Higurashi secateurs - these are things that will last a lifetime! Customer service is very good and responsive - they replaced an item I wasn't totally happy with even though Royal Mail lost it when I returned it. Recommended.

23 February 2023
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