Feather Razor Supports Beauty and Barber Students Nationwide! "The 11th Razor Cut Student Contest 2025" Results Announcement
Feather Safety Razor Co., Ltd. announced the results of "The 11th Razor Cut Student Contest 2025," held from October to December 2025 for beauty and barber school students nationwide. Judged by Koji Yamashita, the contest showcased high-level razor cutting skills and celebrated freedom from conventional rules. Grand Prix was awarded to Ms. Tei Zui and Semi-Grand Prix to Mr. Yuki Nagata for their innovative and highly skilled works.
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Feather Safety Razor Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "Feather," Headquarters: Kita-ku, Osaka; Representative Director and President: Eizo Kishida), which manufactures and sells razor products, beauty and barber products, medical blades, and more, held "The 11th Razor Cut Student Contest 2025" for students attending beauty and barber schools nationwide from October to December 2025. This time, we will announce the results.
■What is the Razor Cut Student Contest?
Every year, Feather holds the "Razor Cut Student Contest" for students attending beauty and barber schools nationwide, where they compete with hairstyles created using razors. This year marks its 11th anniversary.
The selection of winning entries was carried out at the salon (Double) of Mr. Koji Yamashita, who has served as a judge for numerous seminars and hair contests both in Japan and abroad. This year too, a rigorous selection process was conducted from many entries to decide the winners of each award.
Official Website: https://www.feather.co.jp/contest/index.html
【About Koji Yamashita, who was in charge of judging and commentary】
Representative Director of Double. Born in Kagoshima Prefecture. Graduated from Takatsu Hairdressing and Beauty College. Opened HEARTS in '94 and Double in 2001, gaining strong support from a wide range of age groups as a specialist in outstanding design, reliable technique, and suitability. Active in salon work, seminars, and hair shows. He has served as a judge for numerous seminars and contests both in Japan and abroad, enjoying overwhelming popularity among hairdressers.
https://www.hearts-hair.jp
■Wig Division Winning Entries Announcement
We will introduce high-level works that won prizes in "The 11th Razor Cut Student Contest 2025" and embody the true pleasure of razor cutting: "freedom from rules and conventions."
【General Review of the Wig Division by Mr. Yamashita】
This marks the 11th contest, and I was overwhelmed by the professional-level skills, unbelievable for students, and the passion to express "what they want to create," transcending the given themes. Looking back over the 10-year history, practical guidance has permeated, and the level has improved incredibly, beyond what we could have imagined in our era. The real charm of razor cutting lies in its freedom from rules. Discard the logic of "how it must be cut," and simply move your hands with the intuition of "I want to cut here." Believe in the accidental fun that scissors don't offer, and create your own unique style as your heart desires.
【Wig Division Grand Prix】
Ms. Tei Zui, Tokyo Mode Gakuen
【Judge Yamashita's General Review】
I was surprised by a style that goes completely against current trends. The balance of lightened back hair against the volume of the bangs and the weight of the waves accumulating below is innovative. It also incorporates grunge, and the rough texture, like just waking up, is appealing. If this exquisite "sense of incongruity" was created with calculation, she is truly a genius.
【Wig Division Semi-Grand Prix】
Mr. Yuki Nagata, Japan Beauty College
【Judge Yamashita's General Review】
Texture, luster, and color — all are high-level. It's a beautifully perfected, classic style that doesn't seem like a student's work. He has mastered the subtlety of balance rather than novelty, and his technical skill is simply overwhelming. If it weren't for the Grand Prix winner, he would undoubtedly have been the runaway first place.
■Wig Division Other Winning Entries
■Company Overview
Company Name: Feather Safety Razor Co., Ltd.
Representative: Eizo Kishida
Location: 3-3-70 Oyodo-Minami, Kita-ku, Osaka
URL: https://www.feather.co.jp/
Established: July 1, 1932
Capital: 183,423,100 JPY
■What is the Razor Cut Student Contest?
Every year, Feather holds the "Razor Cut Student Contest" for students attending beauty and barber schools nationwide, where they compete with hairstyles created using razors. This year marks its 11th anniversary.
The selection of winning entries was carried out at the salon (Double) of Mr. Koji Yamashita, who has served as a judge for numerous seminars and hair contests both in Japan and abroad. This year too, a rigorous selection process was conducted from many entries to decide the winners of each award.
Official Website: https://www.feather.co.jp/contest/index.html
【About Koji Yamashita, who was in charge of judging and commentary】
Representative Director of Double. Born in Kagoshima Prefecture. Graduated from Takatsu Hairdressing and Beauty College. Opened HEARTS in '94 and Double in 2001, gaining strong support from a wide range of age groups as a specialist in outstanding design, reliable technique, and suitability. Active in salon work, seminars, and hair shows. He has served as a judge for numerous seminars and contests both in Japan and abroad, enjoying overwhelming popularity among hairdressers.
https://www.hearts-hair.jp
■Wig Division Winning Entries Announcement
We will introduce high-level works that won prizes in "The 11th Razor Cut Student Contest 2025" and embody the true pleasure of razor cutting: "freedom from rules and conventions."
【General Review of the Wig Division by Mr. Yamashita】
This marks the 11th contest, and I was overwhelmed by the professional-level skills, unbelievable for students, and the passion to express "what they want to create," transcending the given themes. Looking back over the 10-year history, practical guidance has permeated, and the level has improved incredibly, beyond what we could have imagined in our era. The real charm of razor cutting lies in its freedom from rules. Discard the logic of "how it must be cut," and simply move your hands with the intuition of "I want to cut here." Believe in the accidental fun that scissors don't offer, and create your own unique style as your heart desires.
【Wig Division Grand Prix】
Ms. Tei Zui, Tokyo Mode Gakuen
【Judge Yamashita's General Review】
I was surprised by a style that goes completely against current trends. The balance of lightened back hair against the volume of the bangs and the weight of the waves accumulating below is innovative. It also incorporates grunge, and the rough texture, like just waking up, is appealing. If this exquisite "sense of incongruity" was created with calculation, she is truly a genius.
【Wig Division Semi-Grand Prix】
Mr. Yuki Nagata, Japan Beauty College
【Judge Yamashita's General Review】
Texture, luster, and color — all are high-level. It's a beautifully perfected, classic style that doesn't seem like a student's work. He has mastered the subtlety of balance rather than novelty, and his technical skill is simply overwhelming. If it weren't for the Grand Prix winner, he would undoubtedly have been the runaway first place.
■Wig Division Other Winning Entries
■Company Overview
Company Name: Feather Safety Razor Co., Ltd.
Representative: Eizo Kishida
Location: 3-3-70 Oyodo-Minami, Kita-ku, Osaka
URL: https://www.feather.co.jp/
Established: July 1, 1932
Capital: 183,423,100 JPY