Sakura
Sakura Japan LLC
About Sakura
In brief
Sakura is a Japanese-origin scissor brand based in California, forging shears from cobalt steel with a proprietary convex edge finish.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Left-Handed Scissors 5.0–6.5 in
Profile updated Sep 2026
Price
US$310–775Price band US$200–400 · Mid-rangeTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
2 retailersBuying routes
Where to buy Sakura
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New Zealand 1 retailer
US & Canada 1 retailer
Maker’s own dealer information: official site ↗
Catalog map
The Sakura range
13 models · 5.0–6.5 in
Cutting Scissors 13 models US$310–775Price band US$400–800 · Premium
- Sakura A11-60G Shears US$460
- Sakura A4-65 Shears US$450
- Sakura Amida Shears US$360
10 more models are listed in the full catalog below.
Pictured models
No reviewed model photography is available yet.
All 13 Sakura model names
A lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects and a mail-in honing service back every Sakura shear; Sakura Japan LLC runs the brand from Windsor, California. The 13 Sakura models are all cutting shears, forged from cobalt and stainless materials according to the brand, with guide prices from US$310 to US$775 and sizes from 5.0 to 6.5 inches.
Overview
Sakura is a Japanese origin scissor brand operated by Sakura Japan LLC, with a mailing address in Windsor, California. The brand produces cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and left handed scissors. Sakura’s specialties include blunt cutting, slide cutting, and point cutting.
Product Range
Sakura states that all of its shears are forged from stainless steel and cobalt materials. The brand highlights what it calls the “Sakura Convex Edge,” which it describes as a proprietary edge finishing technique. All shears come with a money back guarantee and a lifetime warranty against manufacturing or material defects. The brand sits in a mid range price tier.
Sharpening Service
According to Sakura, they offer a factory grade sharpening service backed by over 20 years of experience. The process involves an 8 step honing procedure (not grinding) designed to restore shears to original condition. Pricing is listed at US$40.00 for the first shear and US$30.00 for each additional shear, which includes return shipping and insurance via priority mail.
Custom & Branded Manufacturing Service
Sakura also offers a custom manufacturing service for salon groups, distributors, and retailers who want to commission shears under their own brand. According to the company, the service covers logo application on existing models through to full bespoke design (custom handle shapes, steel selection, and finishing), worked through from concept to finished product with the Sakura team.
Distribution
Sakura shears are available through Scissor Dude and Scissor City. The brand site at sakurashears.com provides product and contact information.
See Also
How Sakura compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | SakuraSakura | AlphaAlpha | Alu-CobaAlu-Coba | AuroAuro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Typical price | US$310–775Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$514–1,207Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$200Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$424–499Price band US$400–800 · Premium |
| Steel | Cobalt Alloy, Stainless Steel | SG2 | Cobalt steel | Cobalt Alloy |
| Edge type | — | — | — | Straight |
| Handles | — | — | — | Offset, Straight, Crane |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | — |
| Thinning | — | 1 models | — | 2 models |
| Specialties | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut | 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 | — | 2006 | 1946 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
8 answers you can open one at a timeWhere is Sakura based?
Sakura is a shear brand operated by Sakura Japan LLC, based in Windsor, California.
What material are Sakura shears made from?
Sakura forges its shears from cobalt and stainless materials. You can read more on our Cobalt Alloy reference page, and the brand finishes its blades with what it calls the Sakura Convex Edge.
How much do Sakura scissors cost?
Expect US$310 to US$775 at guide prices across the 13 models. The bulk of the line sits between US$310 and US$475, and the Benten alone reaches US$775.
What sizes do Sakura shears come in?
Sakura models run from 5.0 to 6.5 inches in half-inch steps. Many model names carry the size code, such as the 5.5 inch FX-55 and the 6.0 inch FC-60W.
Does Sakura make left-handed scissors?
Yes. Sakura lists left-handed models in addition to its cutting and thinning shears.
What is Sakura known for?
Sakura builds shears around blunt cut, slide cut, and point cut work, and backs them with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.
Does Sakura sharpen its own shears?
Yes. Sakura runs a mail-in honing service that restores shears to original condition. See the brand site at sakurashears.com for current pricing and turnaround.
Where can I buy Sakura scissors?
Sakura shears are stocked by online retailers including Scissor Dude and Scissor City.
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