The Japanese Asano Stainless Steel Shovel combines remarkable strength with surprising lightness through its full stainless steel construction, delivering professional-grade digging performance at just under 1,36 kg. 
This versatile Japanese-made spade features a sharp cutting edge, rigid tubular shaft, and comfortable YD handle design that handles everything from tree planting to cement mixing without flexing or breaking.
Key Features:
Full stainless steel construction throughout
Sharp cutting edge for easy soil penetration
Tubular stainless steel YD handle
Firm tread for comfortable foot pressure
Rigid stainless steel pipe shaft
Rust and corrosion resistant
Lightweight at under 1,36 kg.
Made in Japan
Specifications:
Overall length: 800 мм
Head width: 171 мм
Head length:  222 мм
Weight: 1,36 kg
Material: Stainless steel throughout
Handle type: YD tubular design
Origin: Japan
Ideal for:
Gardeners and landscapers
Tree planting specialists
Construction and concrete work
Rootball preparation
General excavation
Sandy or coastal environments
Professional groundskeepers
Anyone seeking lifetime durability
Benefits:
Stainless steel never rusts or corrodes
Lightweight reduces user fatigue
Sharp edge cuts through roots and compacted soil
Rigid construction won't flex under load
Easy to clean and maintain
YD handle provides comfortable grip angles
Firm tread protects boot soles
Investment-quality tool lasts generations
Engineering Excellence in Every Detail: The full stainless steel construction transforms this shovel from a tool that fights corrosion into one that ignores it entirely. At just under 3 pounds, it weighs significantly less than comparable carbon steel shovels while maintaining superior strength through the rigid tubular shaft design. The sharp cutting edge—a feature often overlooked in shovel design—slices through compacted soil and roots rather than simply wedging through them, reducing the effort required for each thrust. The 6¾-inch blade width provides efficient material movement without being unwieldy, while the 8¾-inch length offers good penetration for deep digging. The YD handle configuration provides multiple comfortable grip positions for both digging and lifting motions, reducing strain during extended use.
Versatility Through Quality: The combination of light weight, exceptional strength, and corrosion resistance makes this shovel equally valuable for delicate garden work and heavy construction tasks. When planting trees, the sharp edge cleanly cuts the rootball outline while the rigid shaft provides the leverage needed for prying. For mixing concrete, the stainless steel won't react with cement alkalinity, maintaining its integrity where carbon steel would deteriorate. The firm tread allows full body weight application without boot damage, essential for penetrating hard ground. Japanese attention to detail ensures every component works in harmony—the handle angle optimizes force transfer, the blade curve efficiently moves material, and the overall balance minimizes user fatigue. Whether you're maintaining a garden, working in coastal conditions where salt destroys ordinary tools, or simply wanting a shovel that performs flawlessly for decades, this Asano represents the pinnacle of shovel design and construction.