TOGINON
TOGINON co.,ltd
About TOGINON
In brief
TOGINON is a Tokyo-based scissor manufacturer founded in 1980, sharpening over 100,000 shears annually with patented oilless pivot technology.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Left-Handed Scissors 5.2–7.0 in
Profile updated Apr 2026 · 1 sources
Price
US$450–600Price band US$200–400 · Mid-rangeTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
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Where to buy TOGINON
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Japan 1 retailer
South Korea 1 retailer
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Catalogue map
The TOGINON range
36 models · 5.2–7.0 in
Thinning Scissors 12 models US$129–640Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
- TOGINON 0210 Reverse Excellent Queen Left-Handed Thinning Scissors US$240
- TOGINON Dr. Queen Thinning Scissors US$292
- TOGINON Equalizer Cut & Thinning Scissors US$233
9 more models are listed in the full catalogue below.
Cutting Scissors 23 models US$77–560Price band US$400–800 · Premium
Texturizing Scissors 1 model US$500Price band US$400–800 · Premium
Pictured models
All 36 TOGINON model names
- TOGINON 0210 Reverse Excellent Queen Left-Handed Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Clan Spirit Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Classic SEVEN Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Dr. Queen Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Dr. Scissors Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Dyna Saurus Cut & Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Equalizer Cut & Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON FUMA.FF Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON FUMA Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON High Skill Scorpion Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON High Skill Supreme Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Marine Shark Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON NEO+ Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Neo Slide Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Neo Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON NOBU Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Petit Queen Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Premium Queen Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Queen Sigma Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Queen Success Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Queen Type-R Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON REVO Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON SAI Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Scorpion Fine Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Shark Light Texturizing Scissors
- TOGINON Shark Spread / King Spread Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Sirius Dyna Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Sirius Line Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Sirius Tough Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Sopra Star Thinning Scissors
- TOGINON Superb II Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Superb ZERO Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Supreme NEO+ Complete Model Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Supreme NEO Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON V.Gold Cobalt Cutting Scissors
- TOGINON Zero Cutting Scissors
Planning, development, manufacturing, sales, and maintenance all happen in-house at TOGINON, by its own account. Founded in 1980 with its head office and factory in Seki, Gifu, the company builds its range on a proprietary cobalt powder steel. The 36 models run 5.2 to 7.0 inches, with guide prices from US$77 to US$640.
Manufacturing and Sharpening
What sets TOGINON apart from most shear manufacturers is the scale of its sharpening and maintenance operation. According to the company, TOGINON sharpens over 100,000 shears annually, making it one of Japan’s largest sharpening volume operations. This is not limited to their own products. TOGINON offers sharpening and maintenance services for shears from any manufacturer, a practice rooted in their philosophy of extending the working life of quality tools.
The company sells directly to stylists through a face to face sales system and provides a long term free maintenance program for shears purchased through their sales network.
Patented Technology
TOGINON holds patents in Japan, the United States, and Germany. Two of their most recognized innovations are the “Queen Thinning Series” and the “Oil-Free Oilless Contact Point System,” which eliminates the need for traditional pivot oiling. According to TOGINON, the oilless system reduces maintenance demands while preserving smooth blade action over time.
Product Range
TOGINON’s lineup includes cutting shears, thinning shears, and left-handed models. The company also manufactures kitchen knives for professional chefs, reflecting their broader identity as a blade specialty company rather than a shears only operation.
Direct Sales System
TOGINON sells its shears through a face to face sales network rather than through traditional distributor channels. Company representatives meet with stylists directly, which allows for hands on demonstration and fitting. This sales model is more common in the Japanese domestic market than it is in the US, where most shears are sold through catalogs, trade shows, or online retailers.
Shears purchased through TOGINON’s direct sales network come with a long term free maintenance program. This means the company handles sharpening and adjustments at no additional cost, keeping each pair in working condition over its lifetime. The combination of direct sales and ongoing maintenance creates a relationship between manufacturer and stylist that goes well beyond a single transaction.
International Presence
TOGINON holds patents in Japan, the United States, and Germany. International retailers include Scissor Story in South Korea and Japan-based resale platform Refun.
See Also
How TOGINON compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | TOGINONTOGINON | AlphaAlpha | Alu-CobaAlu-Coba | AuroAuro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Typical price | US$450–600Price 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 | Cobalt Alloy | SG2 | Cobalt steel | Cobalt Alloy |
| Edge type | — | — | — | Straight |
| Handles | — | — | — | Offset, Straight, Crane |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | — |
| Thinning | 13 models | 1 models | — | 2 models |
| Specialties | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … | 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 | 1980 | 2006 | 1946 | — |
Sources
- 🇯🇵 刃物屋トギノン (TOGINON) (manufacturer official)
Frequently Asked Questions
7 answers you can open one at a timeIs TOGINON a Japanese scissor brand?
Yes. TOGINON set up in 1980 in Seki, Gifu, the heart of Japan’s blade-making region, where it keeps its head office and factory. The shears are made in Japan.
What steel do TOGINON scissors use?
TOGINON works with a cobalt alloy, a proprietary cobalt powder steel used across its hairdressing range.
How much do TOGINON scissors cost?
Guide prices across the 36 TOGINON models run from US$77 to US$640, a wider and more accessible spread than a single premium band.
What sizes do TOGINON scissors come in?
lengths run from 5.2 to 7.0 inches across the cutting and thinning lines, including the Queen thinning series.
What is TOGINON known for?
TOGINON is known for its patented oilless contact-point pivot system and its Queen thinning series, plus an in-house sharpening and maintenance operation.
Does TOGINON make left-handed scissors?
Yes. Alongside cutting and thinning shears, TOGINON makes left-handed models for left-handed stylists.
Where can I buy TOGINON scissors?
TOGINON sells directly to stylists in Japan and is also carried by international retailers such as Scissor Story and Refun.
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