Passion
DOWA records Passion sales in Europe in 1977 and production under the name since 1980; model origins differ.
Country classification under review: DOWA runs London and Tokyo offices; an exact Japan-made model does not establish origin for every Passion shear.
Directory snapshot
DOWA’s live Passion catalogue spans cutters and thinners with model-specific 440C and Damascus claims; origin remains model-specific.
Compare Passion with another brand- Product types listed
- Cutting Scissors, Thinning Scissors
- Brand website link
- dowa-international.com/
- Last reviewed
- September 2026
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DOWA International’s Japanese history says Passion began selling Japanese scissors in Europe in 1977, while its UK About page describes production under Passion since 1980. These are different sales and production milestones, not a single founding date. DOWA lists London and Tokyo offices, but those addresses do not prove that every current pair is made in Japan. The Japan route is therefore held as a historical directory grouping while model origin is checked.
The range varies by model
DOWA’s current Passion catalogue includes cutters and texturisers such as Avanti, Microlight, Phantom and Zeta. Its 2 Step Offset and Phantom pages specify 440C for those models. A separate Kokaji Slim listing says that pair is crafted in Tsubame Sanjo, Japan; the Super II listing also says that exact model is made in Japan. The former profile made ATS-314 and Japan-origin claims too broadly. Damascus appears on a named model rather than as a range-wide material.
Where to compare and buy
DOWA’s own collection, Dynamic Sharpening and Scissors Craft showed relevant product listings. Their model and price spans differ, so the former single dollar price band was removed. Check the exact pair’s origin statement, grade, size, stock and aftercare terms with the selected seller.
Passion FAQ
Who is behind Passion scissors?
DOWA’s Japanese history dates Passion sales in Europe to 1977, while its UK About page describes production under the name since 1980. These are different milestones, not a single company or brand founding date.
Are all Passion scissors Japanese-made ATS-314?
The checked DOWA pages do not establish one factory country or steel grade for the range. Its 2 Step and Phantom pages specify 440C, and an exact Kokaji Slim listing says that model is crafted in Tsubame Sanjo, Japan.
Where can I compare current Passion models?
DOWA’s own Passion collection, Dynamic Sharpening and Scissors Craft showed relevant current product listings. Check each model’s material, country statement, price and seller terms.
Sources checked for this profile: DOWA company and Passion history, DOWA Japanese company history, DOWA Passion collection, DOWA Passion 2 Step Offset, DOWA Phantom exact model, DOWA Kokaji Slim exact origin, DOWA Super II exact origin. Last reviewed September 2026.