Japanese Shuro Broom — Full Size 125cm
We're currently unable to accept orders for this full-size Shuro Broom if your shipping address is in the United States, Spain, Denmark, or Germany. This restriction is specific to this broom due to shipping regulations in those regions.
Customers in all other regions, including Australia, may purchase as usual. Your order will ship via Japan Post EMS with full tracking.
If you're located in one of the restricted countries, please see the alternative broom that can be delivered to your home:
Japanese Shuro Angle Broom — Medium Handle 95cm, or
Japanese Shuro Angle Broom — Short Handle 75cm
A broom chosen once, used for years
Handcrafted by Yamamoto Katsunosuke Shoten — a maker in Wakayama Prefecture working in this tradition since 1862 — the Full Size 125cm is the classic Japanese household broom. Windmill palm fibers, carefully selected and bound with copper wire, fitted to a black bamboo handle. At 125cm it sweeps at a natural standing height, making it ideal for larger rooms and open layouts.
What makes shuro different
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Handmade in Wakayama since 1862
Crafted by Yamamoto Katsunosuke Shoten using traditional fiber-binding techniques passed down through generations. -
Natural wax effect
Shuro's natural oils leave floors with a subtle sheen over time — no wax or products required. -
Minimal dust scatter
Natural palm fibers collect dust rather than dispersing it — no particles lifted back into the air. -
Gentle on every surface
Soft enough for tatami and hardwood, firm enough to sweep properly. Will not scratch wood, tile, or stone. -
Quiet operation
No motor, no noise. Can be used at any hour without disturbing anyone in the house.
A broom with a three-stage life
Unlike mass-produced brooms, a shuro broom ages rather than wears out. The fibers soften with use and take on a slight curve shaped by the way you sweep — each pass becoming more natural than the last. Japanese broom makers have a name for this: the three-stage life. New, it sweeps fine indoor floors. As the tips wear down over years of use, it moves to harder surfaces. Worn further still, it sweeps the entryway or outdoors. The broom is never discarded. It is reassigned.
Perfect pairing
This broom pairs with the Harimi Dustpan — made from washi paper lacquered with persimmon tannin. No plastic, no static, and a clean match for the shuro fibers.
For complete home coverage, combine this broom with one of our angle brooms. Use the Full Size 125cm for open floors, and the Short or Medium Handle Angle Broom for corners, stairs, and tight spaces.
How to care
For complete care instructions, please visit our care guide: How to Care for Your Shuro Broom
- Materials
- Dimensions
- Care guide
Broom head width 25.0cm; Overall length 125.0cm (9.8” × 49.2”).
Crafted to Perfection
From choosing the right materials to tying every bristle, each step is done completely by hand in Japan. No machines, no shortcuts—just the touch of a true craftsman.
Japanese Bamboo
Finding bamboo straight enough for the handle is one of the hardest parts of the process. In nature, almost nothing grows perfectly straight—each piece chosen is rare and carefully prepared.
Lightweight Design
Weighing only around 5lbs, it’s light enough for quick touch-ups yet sturdy enough for deep, thorough cleans without it ever tiring your arms.
Premium Shuro
Made with natural shuro palm, grown only in a specific region of Japan, prized for its soft yet durable fibers that catch even the finest dust. Perfect for those who are sensitive to dust mite allergies.
Unmatched Longevity
With proper care, your Shuro broom can last over 20 years. A sustainable choice that outlives countless cheap, disposable alternatives.
Quiet Cleaning
No plugs, no motors, no noise. Just a peaceful, meditative sweep.
Flexible Bristles
The supple fibers bend easily, reaching smoothly into corners and along edges where vacuums often fail.
Pet Friendly
The natural oil in the fibers hold onto pet hair instead of scattering it, making cleanup quick and stress-free.
Natures Wax
The natural oils in shuro fibers lightly coat your hardwood floors as you sweep, leaving behind a soft, polished finish without chemicals.
No Two Brooms Alike
Each piece is handcrafted from naturally shaped bamboo and palm, making every broom one-of-a-kind.
Import Duties and Taxes
As all of our products are shipped from Japan, they may be subject to import duties and taxes in the destination country.
Where It Belongs in Your Home
Hardwood
The Shuro broom’s natural palm fibers sweep hardwood floors clean while staying gentle and scratch-free.
Tiles & Stone
Perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, and entryways, the Shuro broom sweeps tiles and stone clean with ease.
Rugs & Carpet
The Shuro broom lifts dust and crumbs from rugs and carpets, keeping them fresh between deep cleans.
Concrete
Strong and durable, the Shuro broom sweeps dirt and leaves from porches, garages, and outdoor steps with ease.
Tatami
Gentle yet effective, the Shuro broom sweeps dust from delicate tatami mats without damaging the woven surface
Vinyl
The Shuro broom’s soft, flexible palm fibers glide gently over vinyl, lifting dust and dirt without leaving marks or scratches
What Customer's Think
Artistic and Minimal
“I’m obsessed with this beautiful broom! I don’t know whether to sweep with it all day long, display as a work of art, or just fly away on it. Also shipping to my us location was reasonable and didn’t take too long! Love this tool!”
What Customers think
Quiet & Effective
“Decided to upgrade from a cheap plastic broom we had been using. The Shuro broom is indeed a luxe cleaning utensil. The look and feel of the broom is very distinctive, the ridges on the handle are quite cool. The bristles are quiet but effective.”
What Customers think
Therapeutic Cleaning
“My broom gives me joy as a beautifully crafted historical household tool and it is so nice on hardwood floors!”
What customers think
Art That Cleans
“Broom or art piece? I love the tradition, craft, utility and beauty of the shuro broom and its much smaller table top cousin. Excellent on our hardwood floors but also good on tile.
The Making of a Shuro Broom
Behind every sweep lies weeks of drying, shaping, and hand-stitching. Discover the journey your broom has taken before reaching your home.
Month 1
Harvesting the Palm Bark
Shuro bark can only be gathered during a short time each year. Skilled hands take the fibers from grown palm trees and bring them to the workshop. Because it’s done so rarely, every harvest is precious.
Month 2-3
Drying, Sorting & Crafting the Core
The bark is dried in the sun for many weeks to make the fibers strong and rich in color. After drying, each strand is checked by hand, and only the best are chosen. The fibers are then softened, trimmed, and tied into a strong base — a slow process that makes the broom last.
Month 4
Layering, Stitching & Final Touches
Extra fibers are added one by one and shaped into the broom’s classic form. The broom is then stitched by hand with copper wire to make it strong. In the end, the maker checks every detail to be sure it’s ready to last for years.