Toki
Toki Scissors
About Toki
In brief
Toki is a Japanese scissor brand made in Tsubame, Niigata, a historic metalworking center, offering cutting and thinning shears for professionals.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors 5.5–6.0 in
Profile updated Apr 2026
Price
US$400–550Price band US$400–800 · PremiumTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
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Where to buy Toki
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The Toki range
3 models · 5.5–6.0 in
Thinning Scissors 1 model US$400Price band US$400–800 · Premium
Cutting Scissors 2 models US$400–550Price band US$400–800 · Premium
Tsubame, Niigata, one of Japan’s historic metalworking centers, is where Toki makes its shears. The three models, two cutters and a thinner in 5.5 to 6.0 inches, sit between US$400 and US$550 at guide prices. Steels are VG10 and ATS314 cobalt alloys plus powder-metal Super Gold 2 on the SG2 series. Toki sells through its own site, with Shear Integrity stocking the brand in the US.
Overview
Toki is a Japanese scissor brand based in Tsubame, Niigata. The Tsubame region is one of Japan’s historic metalworking centers, and Toki manufactures its scissors there. The brand operates under Toki Scissors and sells through its own site as well as through Shear Integrity’s online store.
Product Range
Toki offers cutting scissors and thinning scissors. Their stated specialties include blunt cutting, chop cutting, dry cutting, volume control (up to 30% and up to 60%), texture control (up to 10%), base cutting, and rough cutting. That range covers both precision salon work and heavier bulk removal, suggesting the lineup is designed for stylists who handle a variety of hair types and services.
Manufacturing
According to Toki, all of their scissors are made in Tsubame, Japan. The brand emphasizes that each pair is thoroughly inspected before shipping. Tsubame has a long tradition of metal manufacturing that extends well beyond scissors, and several other professional shear brands also produce in this region.
Distribution
Toki sits in the premium price band, roughly US$400 to US$800 a pair. The brand is currently expanding its distributor network and is actively seeking new partners worldwide. In the US market, Toki shears are available through Shear Integrity. For direct inquiries, the brand can be reached through its website or via Instagram at @tokiscissors.
See Also
How Toki compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | TokiToki | AlphaAlpha | Alu-CobaAlu-Coba | AuroAuro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Typical price | US$400–550Price band US$400–800 · Premium | 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 | VG10, ATS314, Super Gold 2 | SG2 | Cobalt steel | Cobalt Alloy |
| Edge type | — | — | — | Straight |
| Handles | — | — | — | Offset, Straight, Crane |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | — |
| Thinning | 1 models | 1 models | — | 2 models |
| Specialties | Blunt cut, Chop cut, Dry cut, Volume control, Texture con… | 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
5 answers you can open one at a timeIs Toki a Japanese scissor brand?
Yes. Toki is a Japanese brand based in Tsubame, Niigata, a historic metalworking region, and it makes its shears in Japan.
What kinds of scissors does Toki make?
Toki makes professional cutting scissors and thinning scissors. The lineup includes the AB cutting series, the AB D thinning series, and the powder-steel SG2 series, covering everything from blunt and chop cutting to volume and texture control.
What steel does Toki use in its scissors?
Toki uses cobalt alloy steels VG10 and ATS314, with a powder-metal Super Gold 2 on its SG2 line.
How much do Toki scissors cost?
Toki’s models run US$400 to US$550 at guide prices, premium territory for Japan-made professional shears. Current prices are on the Toki site and through Shear Integrity in the US.
Where can I buy Toki scissors?
Toki sells through its own website, and in the US its shears are stocked by Shear Integrity.
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