Marusho Kogyo Co., Ltd., which has been making cutlery for three generations in Seki, a knives town with a tradition of over 700 years,has created a kitchen scissors which utilizes all of their towns’ crafting techniques that have been handed  down for generations. Let me introduce this wonderful kitchen scissors to you!

It’s called “ZANMAI Tactical Scissors”.

Marusho Kogyo Co., Ltd. conducted a test marketing campaign on ‘Makauke’, one of the largest crowdfunding platforms in Japan, before taking on the global challenge.
We received over $760,00USD(8million yen) in funding from over 500 backers who are cooking lovers, chefs, and outdoor enthusiasts.
After a period of preparation in Japan, we are now ready to challenge INDIEGOGO for the first time!

Do you use your kitchen scissors every day?

It’s difficult to clean the hard-to-reach-areas, rust easily…those impressions of scissors may let you feel troublesome. Even if you have them, you only use them when cutting paper cartons or vegetable bags and end up just leaving them in the drawer.

These scissors are just like a knife, it can simply shred the food without a cutting board, and you can use it for both indoor and outdoor cooking activities.

Utilizes the technology and as sharp and durable as high-end kitchen knives.

◆High-end kitchen-scissor

Damascus steel, which has a characteristic laminated pattern, is a stainless steel material that is also used for high-end kitchen knives. The 67layer pattern created by repeated stacking is resistant to rust and has excellent durability.

Ingredients that are difficult to cut, such as meat with tendons, hard-core vegetables, and hard shell lobster, can be easily taken care of with a knife-like sharpness. Also it will shorten your cooking preparation time.

Not only shorten your cooking time but focus on hygiene

Speaking of kitchen scissors, hygiene is always a big concern. ZANMAI Tactical Scissors can be easily disassembled. It is hygienic and can be washed thoroughly with ease. With this, there is no need to worry about dirt, unwashed residue, or rust between the blades.

▲Our simple-to-disassemble deisgn makes it quite easy to clean.

The most important thing for cooking is sanitation. After washing, the pivot screw is a breeding ground for bacteria. But these scissors are able to separate the blades, thus, there is no need to worry about unwashed parts or rust.

Since these scissors can lock securely after being put together, there is no risk of them coming apart when being used.

A cutlery enthusiast’s dream!

Overwhelming beauty and durability.

The most attractive feature of Damascus steel is its laminated pattern.

◆Overwhelming beauty and durability

The finest sharpness and high design, beloved by many knife expert home cooks. Moreover, Damascus knives are also favored by professional chefs as a luxury item.

Trivia:Damascus steel is said to have originated in the city of Damascus, Syria. With steel mined in Inda and manufactured in Syria, the name “Damascus Steel” came into use.

The unique laminated pattern is carved from a thick metal with 67layers on each side, which is made by repeatedly laminating and forging different types of metal.The technical skills make it resistant to rust. This piece of work is definitely the talent of the knife world!

Damascus steel is the perfect combination of strength and beauty.

Practical and beautiful.

Realizes the highest level of sharpness. Uses VG10 core metal.

The core metal uses “VG10”, a material that achieves the finest sharpness that is also used in the scissors of beauty salons. As mentioned before, the technical skills make it resistant to rust, has excellent durability, and its sharpness like a kitchen knife that is loved by professionals as well.

VG10: the name stands for V Gold. Gold standard and good quality. 

◆Kitchen SCISSOR All in one

The grip is made of resin and fits in the hand. Cutting and chopping in complete comfort.

If you are constrained by limited cooking space, unnecessary washing, ZANMAI Tactical Scissors will be the best choice.With this, there is no wasted washing and cooking time is shortened, so you can have more time on a busy morning.

Cut your ingredients straight into the pot.

No cutting board, fewer dishes to wash.

It can deal with all sorts of difficult chopping jobs.

No more time wasted washing up and significantly reduces cooking preparation time, so you can have more  spare time on busy mornings or add one more dish to your regular dinner table!

Whether it’s by cutting through the chicken breastbone or hard-core vegetables, both of which are tasks these scissors accomplish with ease and keep the original taste of the food.

Great for outdoor use.

Most of the foldable tables used outdoors are compact, aren’t they? When you put a stove, dishes, and food on it, it’s already full.With such a limited work space, there is no room for a cutting board.

In this case, you can make your outdoors experience much more wild!Cut big pieces directly into the pan or even  food that is on the grill.

OUTDOOR Set is prepared.

We have prepared a special carrying case for the SCISSORS. It is easy to carry, and it can be taken out quickly to improve work efficiency!

limited number of 100 sets of Damascus steel knives are available.

Effortlessly Sharp

A tomato was dropped onto the knife from a height of 30cm.
By its own weight alone, even the hard stem was split cleanly in two.

Handmade Wood Case

We have prepared a special wooden case exclusively available for Indiegogo backers.

It comes with a safety pin and is safe to carry around.

You can pull it out with ease, just like a JAPAMESE SAMURAI SWORD.

◆Story of ‘Marusho Kogyo Co., Ltd’

The technology we use has lasted for three generations in Seki City, the sacred land of cutlery

JAPAMESE SAMURAI SWORD Technology Revived in Modern Times
“ZANMAI Tactical Scissors” was made in Seki, Japan, a town of edge tool with over 700 years of tradition.Gifu, a well-known production center for cutlery.
Young people gather from all over the country. Our employees are 18 to 70 years old and want to become a knife craftsman!We will pass on tradition and technology to the next generation without interruption.

▲Newcomers who joined the company this spring can use the machine by themselves.

▲Many young people also actively take part in grinding work

Our secret of high techniques and craftsmanship

We created our three brands of scissors, kitchen knives and pocket knives with sophisticated technologies and traditional craft techniques. Each has their own design, development and manufacturing departments.

▲We also introduced a large-scale laser processing machine

▲A powerful laser is emitted from the tip of the machine to cut out thick metal.

▲We also can create intricate, high-quality patterns with ease

▲Effective use of excess materials

ZANMAI invests in the power of  technology that is passed down from generation to generation

The word “ZANMAI”(三昧） originally means “to be immersed” in Buddhism, and the brand “ZANMAI” was born from the wish that users would be immersed in cooking.
We want to deliver the best products possible.
It doesn’t matter whether it is “machine-made” or “hand-made” as long as we deliver quality products. It is the craftsmen who master the machines, and it is the craftsmen who master their own hands. Our craftsmen have high-level skills that go beyond the framework of mere automation and use machines as if they were their own hands.

▲The distortion of the material is carefully inspected by a craftsmen before and after it goes through the grinding machine, and each piece is crafted meticulously

▲The blade of a knife finely sharpened by the eyes of a craftsman and a machine.

▲The blade of a knife finely sharpened by the eyes of a craftsman and a machine.

▲In the assembly process of scissors called “Shikumi,” a veteran craftsman adjusts the degree of friction between blades with exquisite force.

▲The “blading” process, which determines the sharpness of the knife, is the culmination of all the processes.

▲The representative of the CEO carries out this process as a customs clearance, and only quality-approved products are allowed to pass through this process.

Japanese craftsmanship has been attracting people throughout the world. We also pour this spirit into  every piece of our work. Not only employees but our president and chief executive officer are keen to do everything by themselves. We deliver our craftsmanship work while boosting the value of happiness.    

Our staff will do the best to satisfy all of your expectations.

About product

◆ZANMAI Tactical Scissors 

Weight：0.22lb (102g)
 Length：7.87inch/blade :2.95inch (200mm/blade :75mm)
Blade material: Damascus Steel(core:VG-10)
Handle material: Resin (black)

◆ZANMAI Carrying case

Weight：0.09lb (39g)
Length：7.48inch (190mm)
Material：synthetic leather(black)

◆ZANMAI Classic Pro Damascus紅蓮”GUREN” with Special wood case (Limited to 100 sets)

Weight：0.34lb (155g)
 Length：12.6inch/blade:7.09inch  (320mm/blade :180mm)
Blade material: Damascus Steel(core:VG-10)
Handle material: Red Pakka Wood
Case:Magnolia

◆Precautions for handling and storage

• Although the material does not rust easily, high-carbon stainless steel may rust. Wipe them dry after you wash them.
• The material VG10 is sharp but due to its high hardness, it may break when cutting bone or frozen products.
• Keep the scissors always protected to prevent damage in case of fall.
• The handle uses heat-resistant materials, but it may melt if you place it directly over the fire.
• The edge is sharp, so be extremely careful when you use it.
• While it is convenient to wash scissors that can be disassembled, when washing, please keep the blade facing away from you.

◆Risks & Challenges

• The design, color and specifications are subject to change.
• The shipping time may be delayed depending on the order status, the supply status of the materials used, the manufacturing process, etc.
• Due to COVID-19, the production ZANMAI may take longer than we expect. 
• We ask for your understanding in this matter.As well as this, the COVID-1 is affecting delivery and transportation, so please be aware that the delivery of the ZANMAI may be delayed.
• Due to the way we produce the products, if we are successful and the project is funded, we can’t offer refunds.
• If there are any import taxes and fees, these are paid for by the backer.

◆About the Campaign Owner

Our vision: Make Japan Brand No. 1

Neworld inc. is a start-up company that aims to make Japanese brands No.1 in the world. Starting with the operation of the EC site “CRAFT STORE” for all those who love Japan, we will make further progress together with Japanese manufacturing companies. And it is our mission to bring to the world Japanese products made with wonderful traditions and unique technologies.