Stainless Steel Scissors

Inspired by the finesse and sharpness of Japanese swords, these scissors are made in Gifu Prefecture. The remarkable sharpness of these stainless steel scissors is delivered by blacksmiths, working in a tradition with roots in swordsmithing generations before. The scissors’ design is both striking and aesthetically appealing, but also functional, ensuring easy cutting regardless of whether the user is left or right handed. This is an everyday implement of high quality construction and striking design.

No special care required.

Size: L18.2 cm x W6.2 cm x H0.4 cm

Kyūshū and Okinawa

This is Japan’s south-west region including the island of Kyūshū and the sub-tropical island chain of Okinawa. Kyūshū was an early centre of Japanese civilization, and offers many historic treasures, modern cities and volcanic natural beauty. It is home to the ports of Kagoshima, Nagasaki and Fukuoka, the porcelain manufacturing centre in Arita and the Tanegashima Space Center launch site.