Why Haircut Designs End Up Looking Similar to Those Around You When I’m out, I often find myself observing people. In Japan, I feel like there are a lot of similar hairstyles and fashion styles. That’s something I notice quite often. Since returning from London, I feel this even more strongly. This isn’t because 90% of people in Japan are the same, or because of a lack of personal taste, or because hairdressers lack skill. It’s not that simple. Today, I’d like to briefly talk about the “range of haircut design” from a practical, on-the-ground perspective. Why do haircut designs start to look similar? First, a basic premise. Most hairdressers […]

For Those Who Struggle to Get Volume in Their Hair: How Length Changes Manageability “I want my hair to look fluffy” “Even if I style it in the morning, it goes flat right away” These are very common concerns. There are various reasons for this, but one of them is that it is determined by the “length of the hair.” Volume Is Determined by “Shortness” The longer the hair gets, the more it is pulled down by its weight. On the other hand, the shorter it is, the lighter it becomes, and the easier it is to naturally lift. As a guideline, about 8 cm or less It depends on […]

What Makes a Great Haircut? A Style That’s Ready in 1 Minute and Changes Your Daily Life “I want to have my hair cut by a skilled hairstylist.” I think everyone feels this way. But what does “skilled” actually mean? From cutting the hair of tens of thousands of clients, I’ve come to realize that what hairstylists consider “skilled” and what clients feel is “skilled” are slightly different. A Great Haircut Is Not Just About How It Looks In general, what professionals call a “good haircut” focuses on: Clean lines Well-balanced shape Being on trend These are, of course, important. But in everyday life, that alone isn’t enough. Because most […]

The Common Trait of “Refined People” Isn’t Just Their Hairstyle. The Real Point a Hairstylist Notices What makes “refined people” different? For some reason, they leave a lasting impression. As a hairstylist who observes people on a daily basis, there has always been one point that stood out to me. The True Nature of “Refined People” One day, I was walking through the city with a friend. “That person looks very refined.” When I looked, They weren’t flashy They weren’t following trends They didn’t have an exceptional body or style It was all very simple. So I asked, “Why do you think so?” The answer was surprisingly simple. “Because their […]

What to Consider When a Trendy Hairstyle Doesn’t Suit You When you hear “this is what’s trending right now,” it naturally catches your attention. You see it often on social media and in magazines, and it’s normal to wonder, “Is this what looks stylish?” However, what I often notice during consultations is that many people assume that “trend = stylish.” When there’s even a small gap in this understanding, it can affect how satisfied you feel with the final result. Trends Are a Reference, Not the Answer Choosing a trending hairstyle is not a bad thing at all. In fact, it can be a helpful starting point. But when you […]

Is a Hairstylist’s Role Only About Design? The Real Relationship Between Hairstyle and Mental State A stylish hairstyle. A haircut that suits you. It sounds obvious, but when you think a little deeper, there is something very important that often gets overlooked. That is, “Does this hairstyle make that person feel positive?” This is the perspective of the mental side. A good hairstyle is not always the right answer As hairstylists, we tend to focus on Whether it suits the person Whether the balance is good Whether it follows trends We often think in terms of these “correct design answers.” Of course, these are important. However, if we judge only […]

Hairstyles for People Who Wear Hats. A Simple Way to Avoid Looking Heavy and Appear Well-Balanced For those who often wear hats. Whether it’s a cap, a hat, or something you wear for work, have you ever felt that your look somehow appears heavy or not very stylish? This can be related to the hairstyle itself, but it can also change depending on how you present it. You don’t need complicated techniques—just a small adjustment can make a big difference. The key when wearing a hat is “not showing everything” Hair that shows from under a hat can be divided into three main areas: Front (bangs) Sides (sideburns / sides) […]

Can You Make Your Hair Lighter While Growing It Out? A Way to Refine Your Hair Without Changing the Length When you are growing your hair, you may start to notice these concerns. You don’t want to change the length You like the current shape But it feels a bit heavy You want a little more movement and lightness In these situations, many salons use a method called “thinning” to reduce the volume. However, there are other ways to approach it. Common ways to make hair lighter—and the difference A commonly used method is reducing volume with thinning scissors. It’s not wrong. But depending on how it’s done, it can […]

Why your haircut doesn’t turn out as expected comes down to where the cutting starts Have you ever shown the same photo at a salon, but felt like “this isn’t quite right…”? One of the reasons is where the haircut begins. I’ll explain it simply. The first section that gets cut becomes the base Hair doesn’t exist in separate pieces. Basically, everything is connected. That’s why a haircut works like this: The first section that gets cut becomes the base Other lengths and shapes are adjusted from there This is how the overall design is created. For example, Someone going from long to short Someone going from medium to short […]

For Those Whose Sideburns Grow Quickly: A Haircut Approach to Maintain a Clean Look Sideburns grow quickly and start to bother you. After just one week, the outline softens and starts to look a bit untidy. This is a common concern, especially for those with faded or short hairstyles. This is not because “your hair grows too fast.” In most cases, it comes down to how the haircut is originally done (how the sideburns are shaped). I’ll explain it as simply as possible. The reason sideburns stand out is “everything is cut to the same length” A common pattern is: sideburns above the ears (sides) temple area All cut to […]