S-Gate
- Japan
- Est. 2009
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Budget Luxury
S-Gate is a Japanese scissor brand from Mie Prefecture founded in 2009, offering individually handmade shears with in-house repair service.
OverviewS-Gate is a Japanese scissor brand established in September 2009 by Shigemichi Sugiki. The company is based in Shima City, Mie Prefecture, and handles manufacturing, retail, wholesale, sharpening, and repair services all under one roof. According to the brand, each pair of scissors is made individually with an emphasis on...
Overview
S-Gate is a Japanese scissor brand established in September 2009 by Shigemichi Sugiki. The company is based in Shima City, Mie Prefecture, and handles manufacturing, retail, wholesale, sharpening, and repair services all under one roof. According to the brand, each pair of scissors is made individually with an emphasis on long term ownership and the personal connection between the craftsman and the stylist.
S-Gate’s philosophy centers on what the brand calls “attachment,” the bond that develops when a stylist uses the same tool for years. The company provides post-purchase maintenance support tailored to each customer.
Product Range
S-Gate produces cutting scissors and thinning scissors. The brand covers a wide range of techniques including wet cut, dry cut, blunt cut, stroke cut, slide cut, chop cut, effect cut, and volume control. Thinning models range from 20% to 50% cut rates. According to the brand, every pair balances practical performance with design and style.
Distribution
S-Gate sells through its own online shop. The brand also offers sharpening and repair services directly. S-Gate operates as a small workshop, and visitors are asked to schedule appointments in advance.
Product Types
Specialties
Where to Buy
Official Brand Websites
Products
Products for this brand will be added soon.
In the meantime, you can visit the official website to explore their product range.
How S-Gate Compares
| Brand | S-Gate | HASHO | scissors street | Omega |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Price Tier | Mid-Range | Mid-Range | Mid-Range | Mid-Range |
| Steel | — | — | — | — |
| Handles | — | — | — | — |
| Specialties | Thinning(20-50%), Wet cut, Dry cut, Blunt cut, Stroke cut, Slide cut, Chop cut, Effect cut, Volume control | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Thinning | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Volume control(15-20% / 20-25% / 25-30% / 30% / 40-45%), Texture control, Cut & Thinning | — |
| Founded | 2009 | — | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
S-Gate scissors are manufactured in Japan, established in 2009 in Shima-cho.
S-Gate scissors are in the mid-range price tier ($150–$350). At this price point, they compete with Alu-Coba, Axis, BMC. Value depends on your cutting volume, technique preferences, and maintenance habits.
S-Gate specializes in Thinning(20-50%), Wet cut, Dry cut, Blunt cut, Stroke cut, and 4 more.
