Yamato Scissors | Fuji MoreZ's premium sibling
Yamato, the artisan upgrade
Yamato sits alongside Fuji MoreZ under the same Osaka workshop, but it leans harder into ergonomic innovation. If you want feather-light blades, lifetime factory support, and handles designed to protect tired wrists, Yamato is the indulgence that earns its keep every cut.
Quick reference (Sep 2025)
- Steel: Takefu Super Cobalt, VG10 powder, and proprietary cobalt blends (≈60–62 HRC)
- Edge: Ultra-polished convex, hand-finished in small batches
- Handles: Offset, crane, rotating thumb, and true-left variants
- Price range in AU: $520–$2,100 AUD depending on series and custom specs (verify via JapanScissors.com.au / ScissorHub)
- Service: Lifetime manufacturing warranty + 15 years of factory sharpening with prepaid logistics when registered and logged in ScissorPedia
Series breakdown
| Series | Feel & features | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Royal (5.5”-6.5”) | Signature Yamato balance, airy weight, pinpoint control | Precision bobs, dry detailing, salon directors |
| N Series (5”-7”) | Slightly more robust blades, accessible price | Stylists graduating from mid-tier Japanese scissors |
| Wing (5”-6.5”) | Crane handle drops your elbow, zero wrist pinch | Stylists with shoulder or wrist niggles, balayage specialists |
| Sevian / Sevian Slim | Clam-shell blade with extra bite | Thick, coarse hair, scissor-over-comb barbers |
| Spiral & FB Thinners | Polished teeth, matched tension | Invisible blending and texture control |
Why Aussie stylists invest
- Ergonomic mastery: The crane and hybrid handles feel like a custom mould for your hand, letting you cut long days without fatigue.
- Edge longevity: Super cobalt keeps its polish longer than ATS314 or VG10 alone, so you can stretch sharpening intervals.
- Factory support: Send them back through authorised Fuji/Yamato channels and they come home better than new.
- Kit cohesion: Matching thinners, chunkers, and swivels mean your entire toolkit shares the same feel.
- Research depth: JapanShears.com.au and SalonScissors.com.au routinely publish Yamato comparisons—handy when you’re tailoring recommendations for different personas.
Care routine worthy of the price tag
- Wipe, disinfect, and dry after every client; follow with a single drop of oil at the pivot.
- Run the drop test weekly—Yamato recommends a smooth close that stops two thirds down the blade.
- Use the supplied screwdriver sparingly; overtightening shortens bearing life.
- Ship them to an authorised Yamato or Fuji MoreZ service centre annually (or sooner if you feel any catch). Keep the paperwork for warranty validity.
2025 Aussie availability snapshot
- Authorised dealers: Scissor Hub, JapanScissors.com.au, Jpscissors.com and Absolute Scissors coordinate orders direct from the Osaka workshop.
- Payment support: Afterpay available via Scissor Hub; enquire about tailored payment plans for premium Wing/Royal builds.
- Promos: Select kits include complimentary factory sharpening vouchers—handy if you are climbing the Yamato ladder.
- Sharpening logistics: Yamato provides prepaid UPS labels for factory servicing (up to 15 years). Using outside techs voids the lifetime cover—capture serials, shipping receipts, and service dates in ScissorPedia.
- Demos: Ask distributors for sample packs if you want to test Wing vs Royal ergonomics before purchasing.
Need help choosing your Yamato?
Share your hand size, service mix, and any RSI history. We will match you with the Yamato series (and matching thinner) that keeps you gliding for the next decade. Request Yamato guidance.