Frequently Asked Questions

JapanShears.com.au is the independent authority on Japanese professional shears for Australian stylists and barbers. We combine expert education with a curated selection of premium shears.

Kenji Thompson is our Editorial Lead — an Australian-Japanese stylist with over 20 years of cutting experience. His independent reviews and guides are the foundation of everything on this site.

Yes. We have no sponsorships, affiliate arrangements, or brand partnerships. Every review and recommendation is based on independent research and real-world testing.

We profile 12 Japanese brands across premium, professional, and value tiers: Mizutani, Hikari, Kasho, Fuji MoreZ, Yamato, Joewell, Juntetsu, Yasaka, Ichiro, Kamisori, Mina, and Hattori Hanzo.

Browse our products, add items to your cart, and proceed to checkout. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Afterpay, and Zip. All prices are in AUD and include GST.

Yes — we accept Afterpay, Zip, and other buy-now-pay-later options. Split your purchase into 4 interest-free payments. Available at checkout.

Every pair is sourced directly from authorised distributors or manufacturers. All scissors include serial numbers and manufacturer warranty.

Yes — free standard shipping on all orders across Australia. Orders typically arrive within 2–4 business days via Australia Post.

We offer a 30-day hassle-free return policy. If your shears aren't right, contact us within 30 days of delivery for an exchange, credit, or refund. Shears must be unused and in original packaging.

We currently ship within Australia only. Contact us for special arrangements on international orders.