Hineta
Alps Co.,Ltd
About Hineta
In brief
Hineta is a Japanese scissor brand from Tokyo, operated by Alps Co., known for thick, durable blades and function-over-appearance design.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Left-Handed Scissors 5.5–7.0 in
Profile updated Apr 2026
Price
US$350–500Price band US$200–400 · Mid-rangeTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
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Where to buy Hineta
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The Hineta range
4 models · 5.5–7.0 in
Cutting Scissors 3 models US$350–500Price band US$400–800 · Premium
Thinning Scissors 1 model US$350Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
Pictured models
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All 4 Hineta model names
Japanese maker Hineta builds its scissors with plain finishes, deliberately thick blades, and fitted tension systems without bearings. By the brand’s account, the design helps the blades hold an edge and resist wear through repeated sharpening. Hineta was founded in 1985 under parent Alps Co., Ltd. in Fuchu City, Tokyo, where repair work is handled in-house. Four models run 5.5 to 7.0 inches and US$350 to US$500 at guide prices.
Overview
Hineta is a Japanese scissor brand based in Fuchu City, Tokyo. The brand operates under its parent company Alps Co., Ltd. Hineta markets itself as a small operation that keeps overhead low and avoids large scale advertising, which it says allows for competitive pricing.
Product Range
Hineta offers cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and left handed scissors. Their specialties span blunt cutting, slide cutting, stroke cutting, volume control (15 to 25%), texture control, and base cutting. According to the brand, the “Revitec Hineta 21” trademark line uses a soft steel material and expands handle shapes, blade designs, and lengths compared to their earlier products. They also offer thinning shears with specially shaped teeth for texture adjustment and Damascus layered steel models.
Design Philosophy
According to Hineta, its design priorities centre on function, with plain finishes and thick blades intended to resist wear through repeated sharpening. The brand uses fitted tension systems without bearings and credits precise blade fit with smooth operation.
On thinning shears, Hineta states that they calibrate the thinning rate to match the actual amount of hair removed. The goal, per the brand, is to balance effective thinning with clean results that leave no visible cut lines.
Distribution
Hineta sells through alps-hineta.co.jp and the Kittemi online marketplace. The brand sits in the professional mid-range. Hineta directs its sharpening and repair service through parent company Alps Co., Ltd.
See Also
How Hineta compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | HinetaHineta | AlphaAlpha | Alu-CobaAlu-Coba | AuroAuro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Typical price | US$350–500Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | Price not documented | US$200–250Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$424–499Price band US$400–800 · Premium |
| Steel | — | SG2 | Cobalt steel | Cobalt Alloy |
| Edge type | — | — | — | Straight |
| Handles | — | — | — | Offset, Straight, Crane |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | — |
| Thinning | 1 models | 1 models | — | 2 models |
| Specialties | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Stroke cut, Volume control(15~25%),… | Volume control, Slide cut, Stroke cut, Blunt cut, Texture… | Base cut, Step cut, Volume control, Texture control | Cobalt alloy builds, Multi-tooth thinning options, Handle… |
| Founded | 1985 | 2006 | 1946 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
5 answers you can open one at a timeIs Hineta a Japanese scissor brand?
Yes. Hineta is a Japanese brand founded in 1985 and made in Japan by Alps Co., Ltd. in Fuchu City, Tokyo, where the company also handles sharpening and repair in-house.
What types of scissors does Hineta make?
Hineta makes cutting scissors and thinning scissors, including left-handed models. The range covers signature lines like the Revitec 21 and a Damascus-steel model.
What is Hineta known for?
Hineta is known for thick, durable blades and a function-over-appearance design, with shears suited to blunt cutting, slide cutting, stroke cutting, and volume and texture control.
Does Hineta make left-handed scissors?
Yes. Hineta builds left-handed models too; they join the standard right-handed cutters and thinners in the range.
How much do Hineta scissors cost?
Upper mid-range money is the short answer. Hineta’s four models carry guide prices from US$350 to US$500, typical ground for professional Japanese-made shears.
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