Essential tools from HIDARI – the store for left-handed life.
If you're left-handed, you know the struggle: scissors that feel awkward, cut unevenly, or force you to twist your wrist. That’s why left-handed scissors aren’t just a convenience—they’re a necessity.
At HIDARI, a store dedicated to tools for the left-handed lifestyle, we’ve carefully curated a selection of four premium left-handed scissors, all crafted in Japan. These scissors are made by skilled artisans in Seki City and Tsubame-Sanjo—two of the world’s most renowned cutlery regions, known for their centuries-old tradition of blade-making.
Each pair is purpose-built for a specific task—general use, kitchen prep, floral trimming, or fabric cutting—and engineered for precision, comfort, and lasting quality in the left hand. If you've never owned left-handed scissors made in Japan, this is the perfect place to start.
1. Left-Handed All-Purpose Scissors by Allex
Made in Seki City – The everyday essential.
Crafted by Hayashi Cutlery in Seki City, the Left-Handed All-Purpose Scissors by Allex are your go-to pair for everyday tasks—from cutting paper and packaging to light crafting. With large, ergonomic handles and polished stainless steel blades, they offer smooth, reliable performance for left-handed users.
Award-winning in design and precision, these scissors are as beautiful as they are functional—perfect for your desk, toolbox, or daily routine.
2. Left-Handed Easy-Clean Kitchen Shears by Suncraft
Made in Seki City – Designed for clean, confident cooking.
Food prep as a lefty just got easier. The Left-Handed Easy-Clean Kitchen Shears by Suncraft are made in Seki City and built with serrated blades that grip and slice through packaging, herbs, or meat with ease.
The standout feature? These shears come apart for easy, thorough cleaning—no grime hiding in the hinge. With soft resin handles and a hygienic design, they're a must-have for left-handed home cooks.
3. Left-Handed Flower Scissors by Sakagen
Made in Tsubame-Sanjo – Trusted by Japanese florists.
Delicate, lightweight, and beautifully crafted, the Left-Handed Flower Scissors by Sakagen are made in Tsubame-Sanjo—a region known for its metalwork excellence. These scissors are widely used by florists and plant stylists in Japan, now available in a true left-handed version.
Fluorine-coated blades resist rust and residue, while the iron-reinforced handles provide strength without bulk. Includes a safety blade cover and comes in six elegant colors.
4. Left-Handed Fabric Scissors by Silky
Made in Seki City – For clean, accurate cuts in every stitch.
Fabric cutting requires control and precision—two things most right-handed scissors can’t deliver for lefties. The Left-Handed Fabric Scissors by Silky are designed to move smoothly along flat surfaces, delivering crisp, clean cuts across textiles from cotton to canvas.
Made in Seki City, these scissors reflect decades of craftsmanship, refined for the needs of left-handed sewists, quilters, and creators.
The Complete Set – All Four Left-Handed Scissors
You can purchase each pair individually, or get them together as the Left-Handed Scissors Selection – All Made in Japan
This set is perfect for:
✓ First-time buyers of left-handed scissors
✓ A thoughtful gift for left-handed friends or family
✓ Anyone ready to replace their awkward, uncomfortable right-handed tools
Stop compromising. Start cutting with scissors that were made for your hand.
HIDARI – Your Store for Left-Handed Life
From premium left-handed scissors to everyday tools and stationery, HIDARI helps lefties find gear that actually fits.
Explore our full collection and upgrade your left-handed life—beautifully and comfortably.
