The Best JATAI Scissors

The JATAI range

JATAI International was established in California in 1950 as a Japan-US commerce liaison, later becoming the exclusive North American distributor for Feather. Its own house scissor line, JATAI Scissors by BMAC, is handcrafted in Japan from VG-10 steel. Three models run $370 to $675 in 5.5 and 6.0 inch lengths.

JATAI has distributed Feather razors and beauty products in North America since the mid-twentieth century. The JATAI Scissors by BMAC house line adds Japanese VG-10 shears to its offering. The Tokyo and Kyoto models cover cutting; the Tokyo Thinning adds texture work. VG-10 cobalt-vanadium steel is the same alloy used by several Japanese premium brands.

3 JATAI picks from $370 to $675

1. JATAI Tokyo Haircutting Scissors by BMAC (guide price around $370). Available through the JATAI retailer network.

2. JATAI Tokyo Thinning Scissors by BMAC (guide price around $370). Available through the JATAI retailer network.

3. JATAI Kyoto Professional Scissors by BMAC (guide price around $675). Available through the JATAI retailer network.

How we chose

The Tokyo ($370) is the entry cutting model and the Tokyo Thinning ($370) its thinning pair — both in VG-10 at the same price. The Kyoto ($675) steps up to the flagship at the top of the catalogued range. All three are available through JATAI’s official channels. JATAI has distributed Feather razors and beauty products in North America since the mid-twentieth century. The JATAI Scissors by BMAC house line adds Japanese VG-10 shears to its offering. The Tokyo and Kyoto models cover cutting; the Tokyo Thinning adds texture work. VG-10 cobalt-vanadium steel is the same alloy used by several Japanese premium brands. Guide prices are at time of writing; confirm current figures and availability directly with the brand or its authorised retailers. Sets and left-handed models where listed separately are not included here.