Left-handed tools, from Japan.
Based in Gifu, Japan. Left-handed tools we've gathered from makers we trust — mostly Japanese — and a few of our own.
Best-Selling Picks
The tools our customers buy the most.
What you'll find at HIDARI
What we carry, and who chooses it.
Left-handed tools
Tools that work either way
Chosen by a left-hander
A real shop for left-handed people
HIDARI is run by Aya and Shingo from our small shop in Gifu, Japan. Aya is left-handed and selects the tools we carry.
Japanese Knives, Made for the Left Hand.
Most Japanese knives are built around the right hand —
even the ones called "double-bevel."
We carry left-handed kitchen and bread knives
from makers we've worked with for years in Seki,
the city that's been making blades for over 800 years.
Three lines, three price points, three answers
to different questions.
Built left-handed, not flipped
A joyful left-handed life
Cooking, writing, opening a can, cutting paper. Small daily things, made easier when the tool fits your hand. We gather and make tools for left-handers, here in Gifu, Japan.
Ready to find your left-handed tool?
Whether it’s for the kitchen, your desk, or everyday life, find a tool that feels right in your left hand.
Delivered to You from Japan
We've been running a left-handed tools shop in Japan since 2018. The online store grew out of that, and now we send these tools to people in over 90 countries.
Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
We deliver from Japan to over 100 countries and regions worldwide.
To check if we ship to your country, please enter your address at checkout.
Shipping cost is calculated automatically at checkout.
Add items to your cart, choose your country, and the exact fee will appear before you enter any payment details.
Delivery times vary by region — most orders arrive within 1–3 weeks. Faster options may be available depending on your destination.
It depends on where your order is being shipped.
United States: No additional charges on delivery. Duties and taxes are fully prepaid at checkout — what you pay is the final amount. We ship all U.S. orders via ECMS, which handles customs clearance on our behalf.
Other countries (international shipping): Duties and import taxes are not included in the order total and may be charged by your country's customs authority upon arrival. The amount varies by country, product type, and order value. We're unable to estimate this in advance.
Shipping within Japan: Consumption tax (10%) is included in all prices shown.
If you have questions before ordering, feel free to reach out via the contact form.
A. We dispatch most orders within five business days after purchase.
・Order-confirmation email: sent automatically within 24 hours of checkout.
・Standard dispatch: parcels leave our warehouse within 5 business days after that confirmation.
・If an item is out of stock or we foresee a delay (e.g., national holidays, severe weather), we’ll let you know right away.
・The moment your parcel ships, you’ll receive a shipping-confirmation email with a tracking link.
Delivery times vary by destination and shipping method.
United States — Standard Shipping (ECMS): 10–20 business days. Duties and taxes are prepaid; no additional fees on delivery.
All other countries — Two options available at checkout:
- Economy Shipping (Japan Post): 7–20 business days
- Fast Shipping (DHL Express): 4–6 business days
Please note that these are estimates and may be affected by local customs clearance, national holidays, or carrier delays.
We are generally unable to accept returns or exchanges for international orders. That said, if there's an issue with your order — damaged, defective, or not as described — please contact us first. We'll do our best to make it right.
Yes — we'd love to have you. Our store in Kakamigahara, Gifu is open several days each month. If you're visiting from overseas, please contact us at customer@hidari.com in advance so we can arrange your visit. You can try every product by hand and explore our full collection.
A. Yes. Please confirm with the hotel in advance that they accept parcels for guests.
If the package is refused, the shipping fee is non-refundable. HIDARI is also not responsible if Japanese customs prevents you from taking the items out of the country when you depart, so double-check that your purchase can be carried internationally.