A beautiful expression of Japanese craftsmanship, these exceptional sewing shears bring together finely crafted blades, traditional lacquer artistry, and hand-applied gold leaf in one extraordinary piece.
The blades are crafted in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan’s historic center of cutlery production, using high-quality Japanese stainless cutlery steel. Designed for durability and excellent rust resistance, the lightweight shears feel comfortable and balanced in the hand—even during long hours of sewing and crafting.
The broad handles are meticulously lacquered by a traditional artisan in Aichi Prefecture, a craftsman whose expertise is rooted in the production of Buddhist altar fittings. Each sheet of delicate gold leaf is carefully applied one piece at a time, using lacquer as the adhesive. Set against the richly finished handles, the shimmering gold creates a captivating focal point and highlights the understated elegance of the shears.
Using Tamenuri, a traditional Japanese lacquer technique created by applying layers of transparent lacquer over a vermilion base, gives the shears’ handles a luminous finish with remarkable depth and clarity, allowing the color beneath to glow through the surface. As the years pass, the lacquer develops an even richer luster, while its exceptionally smooth texture becomes increasingly familiar and comfortable in your hand. Like many finely crafted Japanese objects, these shears are designed to become more beautiful with use and age.
Presented in a refined paulownia wood box with a shimmering foil-stamped logo, the shears include a genuine leather case, cleaning cloth, and elegant tassel. The tassel moves gracefully as you work, adding a final touch of charm to an already remarkable piece.
More than a sewing tool, these shears are a celebration of Japanese craftsmanship and the art of making beautiful things by hand. They make a memorable gift, commemorative present, or treasured addition to the collection of anyone who appreciates exceptional tools and the art of handcrafting.
Price per 1 set of 9” shears, leather case, cleaning cloth, wooden box.
A beautiful expression of Japanese craftsmanship, these exceptional sewing shears bring together finely crafted blades, traditional lacquer artistry, and hand-applied gold leaf in one extraordinary piece.
The blades are crafted in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan’s historic center of cutlery production, using high-quality Japanese stainless cutlery steel. Designed for durability and excellent rust resistance, the lightweight shears feel comfortable and balanced in the hand—even during long hours of sewing and crafting.
The broad handles are meticulously lacquered by a traditional artisan in Aichi Prefecture, a craftsman whose expertise is rooted in the production of Buddhist altar fittings. Each sheet of delicate gold leaf is carefully applied one piece at a time, using lacquer as the adhesive. Set against the richly finished handles, the shimmering gold creates a captivating focal point and highlights the understated elegance of the shears.
Using Tamenuri, a traditional Japanese lacquer technique created by applying layers of transparent lacquer over a vermilion base, gives the shears’ handles a luminous finish with remarkable depth and clarity, allowing the color beneath to glow through the surface. As the years pass, the lacquer develops an even richer luster, while its exceptionally smooth texture becomes increasingly familiar and comfortable in your hand. Like many finely crafted Japanese objects, these shears are designed to become more beautiful with use and age.
Presented in a refined paulownia wood box with a shimmering foil-stamped logo, the shears include a genuine leather case, cleaning cloth, and elegant tassel. The tassel moves gracefully as you work, adding a final touch of charm to an already remarkable piece.
More than a sewing tool, these shears are a celebration of Japanese craftsmanship and the art of making beautiful things by hand. They make a memorable gift, commemorative present, or treasured addition to the collection of anyone who appreciates exceptional tools and the art of handcrafting.
Price per 1 set of 9” shears, leather case, cleaning cloth, wooden box.
