Yasaka Made in Japan YA Series Hair Cutting Shears

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Handmade from Japanese super-premium steel for sharp, long-lasting cutting performance.

Size: 5.0 Inches

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Yasaka Seiki has been quietly forging some of Japan's most respected shears for decades, and the YA series is the pattern most stylists meet first — a true made-in-Japan workhorse that rewards good technique and forgives long days.

The Steel Lesson

The YA is ground from high-grade 440C stainless enhanced with cobalt alloy. Here is why that matters: 440C on its own is a proven shear steel — hard, corrosion-resistant, easy to maintain. Adding cobalt raises the steel's wear resistance and lets the edge stay keen noticeably longer between sharpenings. The result is a blade that keeps its bite through months of wet and dry cutting.

Edge and Ergonomics

Clam-shaped convex edge — honed for gliding closure. This edge geometry excels at both precision detailing and slide cutting, producing clean lines with a silky, low-resistance feel.
Offset handle — the semi-offset/offset configuration drops your elbow and relaxes the wrist into a natural position, cutting fatigue on long salon days and protecting you over a career.
Adjustable tension system — a fine-tunable screw lets you dial blade resistance to your technique and keep alignment true.

Specifications

Steel: Japanese 440C with cobalt alloy
Edge: Clam-shaped convex
Handle: Offset / semi-offset
Sizes: 5 inch, 5.5 inch, 6 inch
Tension: Adjustable screw system
Origin: Forged by Yasaka Seiki Co., Ltd., Japan

Who It Suits

Three lengths mean the YA fits nearly any hand and cutting style: 5" for detail-oriented cutters, 5.5" as the all-round standard, 6" for those who blend comb work into their routine. If you want authentic Japanese craftsmanship at a working stylist's price point, this is the pair to study.

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Enjoy complimentary shipping and hassle-free returns on Yasaka Made in Japan YA Series Hair Cutting Shears across the United States.

LIFETIME WARRANTY

Each Yasaka Made in Japan YA Series Hair Cutting Shears from Shihan Shears comes with a lifetime guarantee for your peace of mind.

EXCEPTIONAL VALUE

Professional quality steel without the premium price tag.

Common Questions

No worries! Our hassle-free returns policy has got you covered. We provide free returns and a lifetime warranty on all our products, giving you the confidence and peace of mind to shop. If you're not entirely satisfied with your purchase for any reason, you can return it without any extra charges. We are dedicated to your satisfaction and aim to make your experience with our products as positive as possible.

To request a free return label, simply send an email to cs@sakishears.com and make sure to include your order number.

Our commitment to excellence is evident in our choice to manufacture our hair shears solely from top-tier stainless steel varieties such as VG-10, ATS-314, ZA-18, and Damascus. This selection guarantees that every pair of shears we offer is exceptionally sharp, resilient, and enduring. For ease of reference, we specify the type of steel utilized for each pair of shears on their respective product detail pages. By adhering to these high standards of quality, we ensure that our shears surpass professional expectations, offering you precise and reliable tools for each and every haircut.

Generally, women prefer scissors between 5.5” and 6.0" as they tend to fit their needs comfortably, while men usually choose larger shears, with a preference for those between 6.0” and 6.5”. For specific techniques like scissor over comb and styling longer hair, scissors that are 6.5” to 7” in length are advised. Nonetheless, the primary factor should be how comfortable the scissors are to use, making sure they feel natural in your hand and align with your cutting style and techniques.