Ishihiro Manufacturing | Scissors given by craftsmen to loved ones for everyday use

Ishihiro Seisakusho has been making medical scissors for two generations since 1970. Our workshop is located in Sumida, Tokyo, where Edo traditions and culture live on. They are still made by hand, one by one, by second-generation scissors craftsman Akio Ishida.

The series of household items made for general household use, including "Scissors given by a craftsman to a loved one," This series began from Ishida's desire to "hear what our customers have to say" and "know our customers' reactions."
In 2016, it was certified as "Sumida Modern" as a regional brand product representing Sumida.

Disassembleable scissors

These scissors can be disassembled, which is rare for everyday scissors. They can be thoroughly washed, making them very hygienic. If you wipe it immediately after washing, you can use it for a long time.

The key to sharpness is the twist

"It can cut even without a blade," says Ishida, "The important thing is the bite." The scissors made by Ishida have an evenly cut inner blade, which you can feel by touching it, and it draws a smooth arc. He then adds a "twist" which is the key to sharpness. This allows the cutting surfaces to meet at one point, making it possible to cut with less force.
[Only the blades touch each other]
[When closed, only the crimped parts are connected]

This process of interlocking the teeth is the most important, and requires the skill and experience of a craftsman, something that machines can never replicate. Ishida's scissors make use of the know-how he has cultivated in the manufacture of medical scissors, and are characterized by their smooth movement and the feeling of the blades sticking together when cutting.
[The back edge of the blade becomes less visible as it approaches the tip. This is because it is twisted inwards (pictured is a pair of dressmaking scissors).]

Make a strong pair of scissors

To make strong scissors that are hard and resilient, we use stainless steel called "SUS420J2" that can be hardened. They are hardened at 1030 degrees for two hours and then tempered at 180 degrees to make them very strong. Stainless steel is rust-resistant, can be disassembled for hygiene, and is hard and resilient, making them a great pair of scissors for everyday use.

We accept name engraving

We can engrave your name on the part shown in the photo (inside the handle). (Name engraving fee: additional 1,000 yen) If you wish, please enter the name you would like engraved in the comments section when placing your order. (Only alphanumeric characters will be engraved)
*If you would like your name engraved, delivery will take approximately 2 to 3 months after your order.

Also great as a gift

It will be delivered in a simple and luxurious package. This item also makes a great gift.

Resharpening

To ensure that you can use the knife for a long time, Mr. Ishida will perform sharpening and maintenance. The customer will be responsible for the round-trip shipping fee and maintenance fee. If you would like to do so, please contact us.
[Ishihiro Seisakusho's scissors series. From the left: dressmaking scissors, scissors given by a craftsman to a loved one, thread-cutting scissors, eyebrow-cutting scissors, 14-round scissors (for small children)]

Founded in 1970, the company has been manufacturing medical scissors since its founding. While making medical scissors, second-generation owner Akio Ishida began using his skills to make scissors for general households, driven by a desire to "hear what customers have to say" and "know their reactions." In 2011, 2013, and 2016, the company won the Sumida Modern Award. In 2012, the company's "dressmaking scissors" were used for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Tokyo Skytree, and the company has received high praise from all quarters.


These scissors can be disassembled, which is rare for everyday use. In 2016, they were certified as "Sumida Modern," a local brand product representing Sumida.

[Product name] Scissors given by a craftsman to a loved one for everyday use
[Package size (approx.)] W152 x D58 x H18mm
Product size (approx.): W132 x D50 x H6mm Blade length 50mm
Weight (approx.): 35g
[Material] Stainless steel (SUS420J2)
[Notes] Certified by Sumida Modern in 2016. Disassembleable scissors
[Country of Origin] Made in Japan (Sumida-ku, Tokyo)

● Precautions for use
- If you wash it with water, be sure to wipe it immediately and dry it thoroughly after washing.
・As this is a bladed tool, please be careful when handling it to avoid injury.
- When not in use, store out of reach of children.