Tsuge Comb Workshop Tsujichu Shouten
A gentle wooden touch for daily hair.
In Kaizuka City, Osaka Prefecture, "Tsuge Comb Workshop Tsujichu Shouten" handles wooden combs and bamboo combs in addition to tsuge (boxwood) combs. In Kaizuka — known as a producing area — the workshop carefully tailors combs as tools of daily life. Some combs use Satsuma tsuge (from Kagoshima Prefecture) as material — with the gentle skin-touch unique to wood as their appeal. The breadth lets you choose your "everyday one" — including portable case-included models and detangling combs where you can choose tooth coarseness.
Why We Love It
For your first comb, starting with a "detangling comb" — easy to choose by size and tooth type — leaves fewer worries. For outings, decide on one case-included model and fix it in your pouch. At home, separating "placed combs" for bathroom use and bedroom use makes it easy to use when you want. Comparing different materials (Satsuma tsuge / imported tsuge / wood comb / bamboo comb) by feel is also a fun way to choose.
PROFILE About the Company / Workshop
Tsuge Comb Workshop Tsujichu Shouten has its workshop in Kaizuka City, Osaka Prefecture, manufacturing and selling combs centered on tsuge combs. Kaizuka is known as a tsuge comb producing region, and the workshop has continued making tools within the flow of regional craftsmanship. Address, contact, and business hours are clearly noted — the "face of the workshop" is also organized so you can reliably reach it when needed.
The core is tsuge combs. Some combs use Satsuma tsuge (from Kagoshima Prefecture) as material — characterized by tailoring that leverages wood texture. The lightness when held and the gentleness of skin-touch are important points unique to daily-used tools. The appeal is the tool feel — not making usage difficult, fitting into daily life as-is.
The choice axes are material and "type." In addition to Satsuma tsuge combs, there's breadth — imported tsuge (Chinese) combs, wooden combs (mineral, cherry, etc.), and bamboo combs — choosable by preferred hardness and feel. Furthermore, with different shapes — detangling combs and pass-through combs — they can be combined without strain according to use.
For sales, an online shop (separate domain) is introduced alongside the official site. Information on business hours and closing days is also clear — a reassurance factor that makes it easy to plan when visiting the physical store and workshop. Because you engage long-term with a tool, having solid contact information is reliable.
Tsuge comb making inherited in Kaizuka
Tsujichu Shouten's base is Kaizuka City, Osaka. In a land known as a tsuge comb producing region, the workshop continues making combs as daily tools. Rather than flashiness, the "just-right" feel you can pick up daily. That comfortable distance is the appeal of the workshop.
Combs using Satsuma tsuge (from Kagoshima Prefecture)
One characteristic is having combs that use Satsuma tsuge (from Kagoshima Prefecture) as material. The temperature of wood and the feeling that fits in the hand smoothly are the points. As a tool that touches hair for long times, being able to choose by material is appreciated.
Not just tsuge combs — also considering wooden and bamboo combs
The lineup includes wooden combs (mineral, cherry, etc.) and bamboo combs in addition to tsuge combs. Options expand based on preferred hardness and holding compatibility. There's breadth that makes you want to add "one more" by use or mood.
Falling into daily life with portable and case-included models
Portable models with cases are also prepared — designed to be easy to handle on the go. Separating one to use at home and one to carry brings the comb further to life as a "tool." Having forms that are easy to gift is also helpful.
PRODUCTS Featured Products & Services
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Tsujichu Shouten Detangling Comb 3.8 sun with Case [Coarse Teeth] (Satsuma tsuge)
A 3.8 sun "detangling comb" with case. As a coarse-teeth type, it's a standard size easily chosen for portable use too.
Tsujichu Shouten Detangling Comb 4.8 sun with Case [Medium Teeth] (Satsuma tsuge)
A 4.8 sun detangling comb with case. Often listed as medium-teeth type — one suited for those who want a size for daily care.
Tsujichu Shouten Detangling Comb 4.8 sun with Case [Coarse Teeth] (Satsuma tsuge)
Likewise a 4.8 sun detangling comb in coarse-teeth type. A page worth checking as a model selectable by tooth type difference.
Tsujichu Shouten Pass-Through Comb 3.5 sun with Case (Satsuma tsuge)
A 3.5 sun pass-through comb with case. A compact size — a configuration easily chosen for carry-along use.
Tsujichu Shouten Detangling Comb 5.5 sun + Handled 4.5 sun Set (Satsuma tsuge)
A set of 5.5 sun detangling comb and 4.5 sun handled comb. A combination convenient when you want to gather different forms.
Tsujichu Shouten Set Comb (Small) with Case (Satsuma tsuge)
A set comb (small) with case. Preparing one as your "decided comb" for outings increases turns as a tool.
Tsujichu Shouten Set Comb (Large) with Case (Satsuma tsuge)
A set comb (large) with case. Having a page selectable by size makes it easier to separate home use and portable use.
[Osaka Designated Traditional Craft Product] Satsuma Tsuge Comb Ichimonji 3.5 sun (with Camellia Oil & Paulownia Box) — Hometown Tax Page
The "Ichimonji" type listed with paulownia box and camellia oil included. An option when you want to "gather in a box" for gifting.