Rooted in Hawaii. Sourced from the World.
── Proudly Supplying Hawaii Since 1945.──
From sickles and pruners to fine chopsticks through our exclusive partnership with Hashikatsu Honten, purveyor to Japan's Imperial Royal Family, everything we carry is chosen with care and delivered with the personal attention that only a family business can offer.
Since the post-war era, we have sourced and distributed goods from Japan, Taiwan, China, and the continental United States, growing alongside Hawaii's businesses and communities. Our team brings over 50 years of combined loyalty and expertise across importing, warehousing, wholesale, and distribution.
We still believe in personal customer service and the value of a handshake.
About Us
Kotake Shokai, Ltd. is a Honolulu-based wholesale importer and distributor specializing in premium Japanese garden tools and fine goods. Family-owned and operated since 1945, we supply retailers, hardware stores, and specialty shops across Hawaii with quality products backed by reliable service and deep industry expertise.
Our Service
IMPORT
We offer competitive wholesale pricing on a curated selection of premium Japanese garden tools and fine goods. Whether you're a small specialty shop or a large retail chain, we make it easy to stock products your customers will trust and return for.
WHOLESALE
With nearly 80 years of sourcing experience, we bring carefully selected goods from Japan and across Asia directly to Hawaii. Our long-standing relationships with trusted overseas suppliers mean consistent quality and reliable availability for the businesses we serve.
DISTRIBUTION
Based in Honolulu, we handle the logistics so you don't have to. Our team manages warehousing and delivery across Hawaii, ensuring your orders arrive accurately and on time, backed by the hands-on service of a team that has been doing this for decades.
Our Mission
Our mission is to be Hawaii's premier curator of excellence—delivering the finest Japanese craftsmanship, from garden tools to chopsticks, to local businesses and homes with uncompromising integrity, quality, and service.
Our Team
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![Calvin Say]()
Calvin Say
President
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![Jared Say]()
Jared Say
Sales Associate
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![Sharon Ohata]()
Sharon Ohata
Office Manager
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![Sandra Nakashima]()
Sandra Nakashima
Accounting
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![Heu-Wynn Say]()
Heu-Wynn Say
Sales Associate
Our Business Partner
VENDORS
City Mill, Ace Hardware Stores, Pioneer Ace, Don Quijote, Koolau Farmers, Yamashiro Building Supply, Garden Exchange, Ltd., Mari’s Gardens, Fukuda Seed Stores, Navy Exchange Lawn & Garden – Pearl Harbor, Hardware Hawaii, Maui Chemical, Longs Drugs, Blind Vendors Hawaii at the Daniel K. Inouye Int’l. Airport, Suntory Restaurant, and Walmart
SUPPLIERS
Hashikatsu Honten
Kamaki Company
Birdland Co.
We don't just deliver products, we make sure they perform on the shelf. Our dedicated team of in-house merchandisers are Kotake Shokai employees trained in strategic product placement for both sales’ performance and safety compliance. From initial setup to ongoing resets, we're hands-on partners in your store's success.
Main Products
Kamaki Line
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![Kamaki Z-18]()
Kamaki Z-18
Professional Mandarin Pruning Shears 200mm - 210g
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![Kamaki No. P-901]()
Kamaki No. P-901
Fluoroplastic Coated Professional Pruning Shears 195mm - 170g
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![Kamaki No. P-900]()
Kamaki No. P-900
Fluoroplastic Coated Professional Pruning Shears 185mm - 170g
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![Kamaki No. 1470A]()
Kamaki No. 1470A
7-Stage Telescopic Pruner 1.8m - 4m Range with Grip Steel Saw
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![Kamaki No. 1830]()
Kamaki No. 1830
Long Reach Cut and Grab Telescopic Pruner 1.8m - 3m with Grip Saw.
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![Kamaki TM-165]()
Kamaki TM-165
Fluororesin Curved Hydroponic Trimming Scissors 165 mm blade.
Bonsai Line
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![Item No. 1013]()
Item No. 1013
Japanese Bonsai Steel Trimming Sheers 180mm
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![Item No. 1073]()
Item No. 1073
Japanese Bonsai Steel Sheers 180mm
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![Item No. 1202]()
Item No. 1202
Japanese Bonsai Steel Large Branch Cutter 205mm
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![Item No. 1205]()
Item No. 1205
Japanese Bonsai Steel Small Branch Cutter 170mm
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![Item No. 1221]()
Item No. 1221
Japanese Bonsai Steel Knob Cutter 210mm
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![Item No. 1232]()
Item No. 1232
Japanese Bonsai Steel Small Sized Root Cutter 180mm
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![Item No. 1234]()
Item No. 1234
Japanese Bonsai Steel Medium Sized Root Cutter 210mm
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![Item No. 1245]()
Item No. 1245
Japanese Bonsai Steel Large Wire Cutter 200mm
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![Item No. 1246]()
Item No. 1246
Japanese Bonsai Steel Small Wire Cutter 180mm
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![Item No. 1262]()
Item No. 1262
Japanese Bonsai Steel Small Pliers 180mm
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![Item No. 1266]()
Item No. 1266
Japanese Bonsai Steel Mini Pliers 175mm
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![Item No. 1333]()
Item No. 1333
Japanese Bonsai Steel Grafting Knife 205mm
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![Item No. 1353]()
Item No. 1353
Japanese Bonsai Steel Rake/Spatula 245mm
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![Item No. 2006]()
Item No. 2006
Japanese Bonsai Steel Satsuki Azalea Scissors 185mm
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![Bonsai Wires]()
Bonsai Wires
1.5mm - 212m; 2.0mm - 119 m; 2.5mm - 76m; 3.0mm - 52m; 3.5mm - 38m;
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![Bonsai Wires]()
Bonsai Wires
4.0mm - 29m; 4.5mm - 23m; 5.0mm - 18m; 6.0mm - 13 m
Sickles
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![2 inch Hand Sickle]()
2 inch Hand Sickle
2" Serrated Hand Sickle
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![4 inch Hand Sickle]()
4 inch Hand Sickle
4 ½" Serrated Hand Sickle
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![100C Nejirigama Sickle]()
100C Nejirigama Sickle
100C Japanese Steel Nejirigama Sickle
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![Ohsyou Nejirigama Sickle]()
Ohsyou Nejirigama Sickle
Ohsyou Japanese Steel Nejirigama Sickle with 9 ½ " Handle
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![Nokogama Sickle]()
Nokogama Sickle
4" Japanese Nokogama Sickle
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![Noborigama Sickle]()
Noborigama Sickle
6" Noborigama Japanese Hook Sickle
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![Yoshiou Sickle]()
Yoshiou Sickle
Yoshiou Uma 7" Stainless Steel Serrated Sickle
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![Serrated Sickle]()
Serrated Sickle
7" Eagle Brand Serrated Sickle
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![7 inch Kut-Well Sickle]()
7 inch Kut-Well Sickle
7" Kut-Well Kotake Brand Sickle
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![8 inch Kut-Well Sickle]()
8 inch Kut-Well Sickle
8" Kut-Well Kotake Brand Sickle
