When repotting smaller bonsai, the root claw makes it easier to scrape out or loosen the root ball. The spatula is very suitable to free the soil surface from weeds and moss or to press soil on.
The production of bonsai tools has a long tradition in Japan and is still a real craftsmanship that has to be learned over years. The use of special and proven materials as well as a lot of experience and high standards in production result in tools of excellent quality. So if you do not want to compromise when choosing your bonsai tool, you are well equipped with the Japanese tool.
