Where to Buy Professional Scissors Online by Country: The Authorized Dealer Guide
Buying professional scissors online should be straightforward. It is not. The market is full of unauthorized sellers, grey market products, counterfeits, and retailers who cannot tell you what steel is in the scissors they are selling.
This guide cuts through the noise. For each major market, we list the authorized online retailers that working professionals actually use, what brands they carry, and what to watch out for.
United States
JPScissors.com
The most frequently recommended US retailer in our professional surveys. Authorized dealer for multiple Japanese and international brands.
Brands carried: Joewell, Juntetsu, Ichiro, Mina, Yasaka, Kamisori Strengths: Free priority shipping, lifetime warranty support, 7-day return policy, actual humans answer the phone Price range: $150 to $1,200+ Best for: Stylists who want Japanese quality with American customer service
SalonCentric
The wholesale option for established professionals. Part of the L’Oreal distribution network.
Brands carried: Kasho, Jaguar, Sam Villa, and other salon professional brands Strengths: Wholesale pricing, bulk ordering, professional account benefits Price range: Varies by account level Best for: Salon owners equipping multiple stations, stylists with wholesale accounts
MizutaniScissors.com
Mizutani’s direct US operation. If you are buying Mizutani, buy direct.
Brands carried: Mizutani only Strengths: Full warranty, direct manufacturer support, complete model range Price range: $800 to $3,000+ Best for: Stylists investing in Mizutani specifically
Direct Brand Sites
Several brands sell direct to US consumers with full warranty:
- SakiShears.com — Popular Katana series, factory direct from California
- HattoriHanzoShears.com — Factory direct, popular in editorial work
- WashiScissor.com — 28+ years of direct sales
Retailers to Approach with Caution
- Amazon — Only buy from official brand stores (verified by the brand’s own website). Third-party sellers are unreliable for professional scissors.
- eBay — Do not buy professional scissors on eBay. Period.
- Instagram sellers — Unless it is the brand’s verified account, walk away.
Australia
JapanScissors.com.au
The dominant authorized retailer in the Australian market and one of the largest professional scissors retailers globally.
Brands carried: Kasho, Juntetsu, Ichiro, Mina, Yasaka, Kamisori, Jaguar, and many more Strengths: Ships from Japan, Australia, and the US. Huge selection. Detailed product specifications. Global shipping. Price range: $150 to $2,000+ AUD Best for: Australian stylists (obvious), but also international buyers who want access to a massive Japanese brand catalog
ScissorHub.com.au
Australian based with a focus on Japanese brands.
Brands carried: Kasho, Jaguar, and other professional brands Strengths: Local Australian support, fast domestic shipping Best for: Australian buyers who prefer local customer service
ScissorWorld.com.au
Another Australian option with a professional focus.
Brands carried: Kasho and other established brands Best for: Australian buyers looking for alternatives
Kasho.com.au
Kasho’s dedicated Australian distributor.
Brands carried: Kasho only Strengths: Complete Kasho range, manufacturer-backed warranty specific to the Australian market Best for: Stylists committed to the Kasho brand
Canada
JapanScissorShop.com
Canadian based retailer focused on premium Japanese brands. This eliminates the cross-border warranty complications that Canadian stylists face when buying from US retailers.
Brands carried: Juntetsu, Ichiro, and other premium Japanese brands Strengths: Canadian based, no cross-border warranty issues, focused on Japanese steel Price range: $200 to $1,500+ CAD Best for: Canadian stylists who want Japanese scissors without import hassle
MizutaniScissors.ca
Mizutani’s dedicated Canadian operation.
Brands carried: Mizutani only Strengths: Full Canadian warranty, complete model range Best for: Canadian Mizutani buyers
United Kingdom
YoiScissors.co.uk
UK based retailer carrying both Japanese and German brands.
Brands carried: Kasho, Mizutani, Jaguar, Yasaka, and others Strengths: UK based support, VAT included pricing, no import surprises Best for: UK stylists who want variety across Japanese and German brands
Chris & Sons (ChrisAndSons.co.uk)
Established UK beauty supply with a strong scissors selection.
Brands carried: Kasho, Jaguar, and other professional brands Strengths: Long-established business, broad product range beyond scissors Best for: UK stylists who prefer an established multi-category supplier
Jaguar UK (JaguarUK.co.uk)
Jaguar’s dedicated UK distributor.
Brands carried: Jaguar only Strengths: Complete Jaguar range, manufacturer backed UK warranty Best for: UK stylists committed to German scissors
Kasho UK (KashoScissors.co.uk)
Kasho’s UK distributor.
Brands carried: Kasho only Strengths: Full Kasho range including ball bearing and disc operation models Best for: UK Kasho buyers
Scissors Craft (ScissorsCraft.co.uk)
UK retailer with Japanese brand focus.
Brands carried: Hikari, Kasho, and other Japanese brands Best for: UK buyers looking for specific Japanese manufacturers
New Zealand
JapanScissors.co.nz
Sister site to the Australian operation, localized for New Zealand.
Brands carried: Kasho, Jaguar, Yasaka, and other professional brands Strengths: NZ-specific pricing, local warranty handling Best for: New Zealand based stylists
ScissorHub.co.nz
New Zealand operation of the Australian based retailer.
Brands carried: Kasho, Jaguar, and other brands Best for: NZ stylists wanting local support
ScissorCity.co.nz
New Zealand specialist retailer.
Brands carried: Jaguar and other professional brands Best for: NZ based buyers
Japan
For stylists visiting Japan or wanting to buy direct from Japanese manufacturers:
Mizutani Showrooms
Locations in Asakusa, Omotesando (Tokyo), and Osaka. Over 200 models available for hands-on trial. This is the gold standard of try-before-you-buy.
Kasho (kasho.kaiusa.com)
KAI Corporation’s official sales portal. Full range of Kasho models.
Hikari (shop.hikari-scissors.com)
Hikari’s direct e-commerce site. Selection navigator tool helps match scissors to your needs.
Kittemi (used-scissors.com)
Used and refurbished professional scissors marketplace. Legitimate option for trying premium brands at lower cost. Carries Mizutani, Hikari, and other Japanese brands.
Refun (refun-scissors.com)
Another used scissors marketplace with quality verification.
How to Verify an Authorized Dealer
Before buying from any retailer:
- Check the brand’s official website. Most manufacturers list their authorized dealers. If the retailer is not listed, contact the brand directly to ask.
- Look for specific brand authorization language. Real authorized dealers state which brands they are authorized for. Vague language like “we carry professional brands” is a yellow flag.
- Check the warranty terms. Authorized dealers can offer the manufacturer’s warranty. If the retailer offers only their own warranty (or none), the manufacturer relationship may not exist.
- Call and ask questions. Authorized dealers know their products. Ask about steel types, handle configurations, or sharpening recommendations. If they cannot answer, they may be drop-shipping from a catalog they do not understand.
International Shipping Considerations
| Factor | US to CA | US to UK | AU to US | JP to US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Customs duty | Usually none (USMCA) | Possible (check threshold) | Possible | Possible |
| Warranty | May not transfer | May not transfer | Check with brand | Check with brand |
| Shipping time | 5 to 10 days | 7 to 14 days | 7 to 14 days | 10 to 21 days |
| Returns | Complicated | Very complicated | Complicated | Very complicated |
The safest approach: buy from a retailer based in your own country whenever possible. This simplifies warranty claims, returns, and customer service.
Retailer information is current as of 2024. Authorization status can change. Always verify with the brand manufacturer before purchasing. See the Where to Buy directory for the full retailer database and the Brand Comparison Matrix for evaluating individual brands.
