Jonetsu
Who it suits
Jonetsu is a Japanese professional shear brand widely distributed in the US through SalonCentric, Scissor Dude, and other major retailers.
Price position
$250–795 · tier 4 of 5
Profile completeness
4/9Profile coverage
- Models
- 25 catalogued
- Materials
- 2 documented
Jonetsu (情熱) is named for the Japanese word for passion, and the brand keeps its identity plainly Japanese, with 440C and cobalt alloy shears sold through established US retailers. Across the cutting and thinning lines, the 25 models run 5.0 to 7.0 inches, at guide prices of $250 to $795.
Distribution
Jonetsu shears are carried by several professional beauty-supply retailers in the United States, including SHEAR INTEGRITY, Scissor Dude, Begley Schmit, Tricut, and SalonCentric.
Product Range
Jonetsu’s product line spans cutting shears and thinning shears, with multiple series at different price points. The brand sits in the premium band, roughly $400 to $800, in step with handmade Japanese professional shears.
Manufacturing and Sources
Jonetsu is manufactured in Japan. The brand relies on its retail distribution network for sales and product information rather than a direct site. For current model specifications, steel, and blade profiles, see the listings at SHEAR INTEGRITY, Scissor Dude, Begley Schmit, Tricut, or SalonCentric.
See Also
Product range
Six Jonetsu models cover cutting and thinning. The WX sits at $250 as the entry build. The Arc Series HMG ($395) and HM Crane ($495) are cutting shears, with the Crane designation indicating the handle style favoured by stylists who cut with a lowered wrist position. The YME ($495) is a second mid-high cutting option. The dedicated thinners, the HML 50 ($550) and Arc Series HMB ($595), are premium-priced thinning shears, which positions Jonetsu’s blending tools at the higher end of the catalogue.
The $250 to $595 price spread makes Jonetsu a mid-to-premium Japan-made brand.
Where to Buy
Jonetsu at a glance
- Budget
- Premium $400–800
- Based in
- Japan
- Catalogue
- 25 models listed
Materials & Construction
The steel, edges, and handle styles Jonetsu works in:
Where to Buy
Authorized Retailers
Retailers stocking Jonetsu
ScissorPedia catalogues 5 retailers carrying Jonetsu.
- Begley Schmit Online store — USA · ships to USA
- SalonCentric Online store — USA · ships to USA, Canada
- SCISSOR Dude Online store — USA · ships to USA
- SHEAR INTEGRITY Online store — USA · ships to USA
- tricut.com Online store — USA · ships to USA, Worldwide (free US shipping)
The range, at a glance
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Product photos from the ScissorPedia catalogue; see each product page for provenance.
How Jonetsu compares
Same listed origin, adjacent price tier. Rows tinted brass differ; "—" means the field is not documented yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
7 answers you can open one at a timeIs Jonetsu a Japanese scissor brand?
Yes. Jonetsu is a Japanese maker, handcrafted in Japan, and its shears are sold across the US through retailers like SalonCentric and Scissor Dude. The name 情熱 means passion in Japanese.
What steel do Jonetsu scissors use?
The JP and PO lines use 440C, while the Arc Series runs on a cobalt special alloy blended with molybdenum, vanadium, and tungsten.
How much do Jonetsu scissors cost?
Guide prices on the 25 Jonetsu models run from $250 to $795, in step with handmade Japanese shears at this level.
What sizes do Jonetsu scissors come in?
Both the cutting and thinning lines sit between 5.0 and 7.0 inches in the catalogue.
What kinds of shears does Jonetsu make?
The range covers convex-edge cutting shears and texturizing or thinning shears, including the Arc Series, with offset, butterfly, and crane handle options.
Does Jonetsu offer left-handed scissors?
Yes. The line includes a dedicated left-handed model, the XLT30 Lefty, so left-handed stylists are covered.
Where can I buy Jonetsu scissors?
US beauty retailers including SalonCentric, Scissor Dude, Shear Integrity, Begley Schmit, and Tricut carry Jonetsu’s current models and specifications.
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