Alu-Coba
- Japan
- Est. 1946
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Budget Luxury
Alu-Coba is a Japanese shear brand by Tokyo Riki (est. 1946), known for lightweight aluminum handles paired with cobalt steel blades.
About Alu-CobaAlu-Coba is a Japanese scissors brand manufactured by Tokyo Riki Co., Ltd. The parent company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in the Itabashi ward of Tokyo. Alu-Coba is one of several scissor lines produced under the Tokyo Riki umbrella.Product RangeAlu-Coba’s catalog includes cutting scissors and thinning scissors....
About Alu-Coba
Alu-Coba is a Japanese scissors brand manufactured by Tokyo Riki Co., Ltd. The parent company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in the Itabashi ward of Tokyo. Alu-Coba is one of several scissor lines produced under the Tokyo Riki umbrella.
Product Range
Alu-Coba’s catalog includes cutting scissors and thinning scissors. The brand’s listed specialties are base cutting, step cutting, volume control, and texture control.
The name “Alu-Coba” reflects the product’s construction: aluminum handles paired with cobalt steel blades. According to Tokyo Riki, the aluminum handle design gives these scissors a noticeably lighter feel compared to all steel models. The thicker handle profile is possible because of the reduced weight of the aluminum material.
Availability
Alu-Coba scissors are carried by several international retailers, including Scissor Dude, Takano (Canada), and Scissors Shop Hayashi in Japan.
Heritage
Tokyo Riki Co., Ltd. has been manufacturing scissors since 1946. The company produces multiple brand lines, and Alu-Coba represents their approach to lightweight, ergonomic shear design. According to the manufacturer, Alu-Coba’s style has been particularly popular with customers outside of Japan.
Sources
- Alu-Coba brand profile and Tokyo Riki manufacturer statements (tokyoriki.co.jp)
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How Alu-Coba Compares
| Brand | Alu-Coba | Jyo-Utopia | Mizutani | Miraki |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Price Tier | Mid-Range | Mid-Range | Mid-Range | Mid-Range |
| Steel | — | — | Nano Powder Metal, Damascus, Cobalt Alloy | — |
| Handles | — | — | — | — |
| Specialties | Base cut, Step cut, Volume control, Texture control | — | Precision cut, Blunt cut, Back cutting, Scissor over comb, Texture control(10-15%), Texture control(20-30%), Inner texture, Outer texture, Blending, Thinning(15-25%), Texturizing(25-50%) | — |
| Founded | 1946 | — | 1921 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Alu-Coba scissors are manufactured in Japan by Tokyo Riki Co., Ltd., established in 1946 in Itabashi-ku.
Alu-Coba scissors are in the mid-range price tier ($150–$350). At this price point, they compete with Axis, BMC, BW. Value depends on your cutting volume, technique preferences, and maintenance habits.
Alu-Coba specializes in Base cut, Step cut, Volume control, Texture control.
