In a quiet residential area, deep in the greenery, a door leading to another world appears.
When visitors enter, they will find a carefully designed interior that exceeds their expectations.

We spoke with Mr. Koyama, the owner of antiqua THE SALON in Kagoshima City, who captivates clients with his own worldview and technical skills.

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■This salon is like a different world, isn’t it?
It’s a place where people can discover a new version of themselves, so I want them to enjoy an extraordinary experience. I aspire for them to have experiences that are only possible in this space.


■Mr. Koyama, you are licensed as both a barber and a hairdresser, and you have been a hairdresser for 22 years, right?
That’s correct. I’ve been using Naruto Scissors for 18 of those years.


■How did you come to know about Naruto scissors?
A senior colleague at my previous workplace used them, which is how I discovered them.


■Do you remember what it felt like the first time you used them?
I was filled with happiness!
At the time, I was at a point in my career where I had hit a brick wall.
I think Naruto scissors helped me get over it.


■That’s incredible!
Now I have accumulated these scissors.
My favorites are:
DaitackKarakusa
MikadolineZ
Forest S28
2sukiHennessyBoomerangS27Karakusa
and 2sukiHennessyHalflineS31Karakusa
They are useful and excellent in all situations while cutting.

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■Are there any deciding factors in your choice of scissors?
I chose them for their design, of course, but also for their ease of cutting and smoothness of opening and closing.
Besides, I realized after using them that they quickly became comfortable in my hand!

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■You have personalized the scissors with appearance customization, such as jewelry inlays and laser name engraving.
The Karakusa pattern seems to match your salon’s atmosphere perfectly.

I have been using the scissors with a metal bumper. My customers say they find the sound pleasant. Additionally, they say, “It feels comfortable being cut with these scissors.”


■It is a great honor as a manufacturer to hear that.
For me, the turning point in my beauty career was when I started my own business.
These days, the majority of young people tend to avoid buying expensive items.
Even so, I hope Naruto Scissors continue to make attractive and inspiring scissors.
I will continue to use Naruto scissors for my whole life. The best scissors!

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