Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears

by Hikari

Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears

Price Level

Premium
Budget Luxury

Available Sizes

5.5"
6.0"

Availability

In Production

Description

A classic, basic-design stainless cutting shear that stays sharp, comfortable, and efficient for everyday work. Available as the 585 at 5.5 inch and the 586 at 6.0 inch.

Where this sits

In Hikari's cutting scissors lineup the Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears occupies the premium tier, priced between the Hikari Cobalt Alloy E-Series Shears and the Hikari E6 Cutting Scissors. Manufactured in Japan.

Little Star is a classic, basic-design cutting shear in stainless steel that Hikari positions as sharp, comfortable, and efficient for daily work. It comes in two sizes: the 585 at 5.5 inch and the 586 at 6.0 inch.

Features

  • Classic basic design
  • Stainless steel construction
  • Two sizes (585 at 5.5 inch, 586 at 6.0 inch)
  • Made in Japan (limited production, approx. 1,000 pairs/month total)

Specifications

Steel
Unknown
Blade type
Convex
Country of manufacture
Japan

How it compares

Attribute Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears Hikari JW L Series JW Shears Hikari E6 Cutting Scissors Hikari
Price guideUS$414US$369US$460
Price tierPremium Mid-range Premium
SteelUnknownUnknownCobalt Alloy
Made inJapanUSAJapan
HandleOffset
Blade typeConvexConvex
Sizes (in)5.5 · 6.05.25 · 5.75 · 6.255.5 · 6.0
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Maintenance Tips

  • Wipe blades after each client
  • Oil pivot daily
  • Use only a sharpener experienced with Hikari edges
  • Hikari recommends authorized service only

Where to Buy

Approximate retail as of April 2026. Prices vary by retailer and region. Visit retailer links for current pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is the Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears made from?

The Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears uses Stainless Steel.

What sizes are available for the Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears?

ScissorPedia lists 2 size options: 5.5, 6.0.

Where is the Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears manufactured?

The Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears is manufactured in Japan.

Where can I buy the Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears?

ScissorPedia catalogues 1 verified retailer stocking the Hikari Little Star Cutting Shears. See the retailer list above for links and last-verified dates.

About Hikari

Origin: Japan Est: 1967

Hikari is a Japanese scissor maker founded in 1967, credited with inventing convex blade scissors and limiting production to 1,000 pairs per month.

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Cutting Scissors Thinning Scissors Left-Handed Scissors
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