The Best PHX-Japan Scissors
PHX-Japan is operated by PHX-HASAMI Phoenix Co., Ltd., founded in 2001 in Asakusabashi, Taito-ku, Tokyo. The brand calibrates its texture tools in three removal bands: 20–30, 30–40, and 40–50 percent. Three models are catalogued at US$249 to US$299 in 5.5 to 6.5 inch lengths.
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What are the best PHX-Japan scissors?
The A5 Thinning (US$249) is the entry shear with a calibrated 20–30 percent removal rate. The A3 (US$299) and A4 Wide (US$299) are cutting models with the same guide price. PHX-Japan sells through phx-hasami.com, Shear World, and Tricut.
PHX-Japan’s calibrated removal band system is designed to let stylists dial in precise texture results. Each thinning model specifies its removal rate so stylists can predict the blend outcome. The cutting models complement the thinning line with the same PHX edge system.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | Pick 1 PHX-Japan A5 Thinning Scissors PHX-Japan | Pick 2 PHX-Japan A3 Cutting Scissors PHX-Japan | Pick 3 PHX-Japan A4 Wide Cutting Scissors PHX-Japan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price band | US$249Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$299Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$299Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range |
| Steel | Hitachi 440C | ATS314 Cobalt Alloy | Cobalt Alloy |
| Made in | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Offset |
| Blade type | 40-tooth thinning | Convex edge | Wide convex edge |
| Sizes (in) | 6.0 | 5.5· 6.0· 6.5 | 5.5· 6.0 |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
3 PHX-Japan picks from US$249 to US$299
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PHX-Japan A5 Thinning Scissors
- Hitachi 440C
- Offset handle
- 40-tooth thinning blade
Available through the PHX-Japan retailer network.
View PHX-Japan A5 Thinning Scissors - 2PHX-Japan
PHX-Japan A3 Cutting Scissors
- ATS314 Cobalt Alloy
- Offset handle
- Convex edge blade
Available through the PHX-Japan retailer network.
View PHX-Japan A3 Cutting Scissors - 3PHX-Japan
PHX-Japan A4 Wide Cutting Scissors
- Cobalt Alloy
- Offset handle
- Wide convex edge blade
Available through the PHX-Japan retailer network.
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The PHX-Japan range
PHX-Japan is operated by PHX-HASAMI Phoenix Co., Ltd., founded in 2001 in Asakusabashi, Taito-ku, Tokyo. The brand calibrates its texture tools in three removal bands: 20–30, 30–40, and 40–50 percent. Three models are catalogued at US$249 to US$299 in 5.5 to 6.5 inch lengths.
PHX-Japan’s calibrated removal band system is designed to let stylists dial in precise texture results. Each thinning model specifies its removal rate so stylists can predict the blend outcome. The cutting models complement the thinning line with the same PHX edge system.
How we chose
The A5 Thinning (US$249) is the entry shear with a calibrated 20–30 percent removal rate. The A3 (US$299) and A4 Wide (US$299) are cutting models with the same guide price. PHX-Japan sells through phx-hasami.com, Shear World, and Tricut. PHX-Japan’s calibrated removal band system is designed to let stylists dial in precise texture results. Each thinning model specifies its removal rate so stylists can predict the blend outcome. The cutting models complement the thinning line with the same PHX edge system. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 answers you can open one at a timeWhat is PHX-Japan known for?
PHX-Japan calibrates its thinning shears in specific removal bands (20–30, 30–40, and 40–50 percent), allowing stylists to select a model by its blending rate rather than guessing from tooth count alone.
Where can I buy PHX-Japan scissors?
PHX-Japan is available through phx-hasami.com, Shear World, and Tricut.
Who makes PHX-Japan scissors?
PHX-Japan is operated by PHX-HASAMI Phoenix Co., Ltd., founded in 2001 in Asakusabashi, Taito-ku, Tokyo.