A long-awaited new model from the 'KINUJO Pro Series' adopted by 10,000 stores: The 'KINUJO Pro Hair Dryer Straight Handle' that meets the rigorous demands of professionals appears in limited quantities.
KINUJO has released a limited number of the 'KINUJO Pro Hair Dryer Straight Handle,' a salon-exclusive model that eliminates the folding mechanism to improve durability and operability for professional stylists.
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KINUJO Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Tomoaki Hamada), which develops hair care home appliances, released the 'KINUJO Pro Hair Dryer Straight Handle' on Monday, March 23, 2026. This is a new model from the salon-exclusive 'KINUJO Pro Series' that inherits the specifications of the highly popular 'KINUJO Pro Hair Dryer' but eliminates the folding handle.
■ Background of Development: Seeking variations as a 'tool' for salon work
Since its launch in 2021, the 'KINUJO Pro Hair Dryer' has been introduced to approximately 10,000 salons nationwide due to its industry-leading high air volume of 2.3 m3/min and ultra-lightweight design.
Until now, we have only offered a 'foldable type' that is convenient for carrying and storing. However, we have received many passionate requests from stylists working in demanding salon environments who use the dryer dozens or hundreds of times a day, saying, 'I want a straight handle that provides a more direct operation feel.'
This new model adopts a unibody structure that eliminates moving parts (folding parts). It is a specialized model that maintains the 'stable center of gravity balance' as a professional tool while allowing stylists to choose based on their preferences.
■ Voice of a Stylist
Mr. Taisei Yamauchi, Representative Director and Owner of i. (ai dot)
I have used hair dryers from various manufacturers, but I feel that the fact that there are no contact failures typical of folding types, and that it has never broken down even in a high-operation environment at the store, is a very major strength.
The operational burden such as repair responses has also decreased, which is very helpful for the on-site staff.
In addition, the balance of air volume, temperature, and lightness is extremely excellent, making it easy to handle in daily salon work and realizing the ease of blow-drying. It is a highly attractive hair dryer that allows you to freely control the finish, such as when you want to add gloss or volume, and allows you to finely adjust the direction of the air and point operation.
■ Background of Development: Seeking variations as a 'tool' for salon work
Since its launch in 2021, the 'KINUJO Pro Hair Dryer' has been introduced to approximately 10,000 salons nationwide due to its industry-leading high air volume of 2.3 m3/min and ultra-lightweight design.
Until now, we have only offered a 'foldable type' that is convenient for carrying and storing. However, we have received many passionate requests from stylists working in demanding salon environments who use the dryer dozens or hundreds of times a day, saying, 'I want a straight handle that provides a more direct operation feel.'
This new model adopts a unibody structure that eliminates moving parts (folding parts). It is a specialized model that maintains the 'stable center of gravity balance' as a professional tool while allowing stylists to choose based on their preferences.
■ Voice of a Stylist
Mr. Taisei Yamauchi, Representative Director and Owner of i. (ai dot)
I have used hair dryers from various manufacturers, but I feel that the fact that there are no contact failures typical of folding types, and that it has never broken down even in a high-operation environment at the store, is a very major strength.
The operational burden such as repair responses has also decreased, which is very helpful for the on-site staff.
In addition, the balance of air volume, temperature, and lightness is extremely excellent, making it easy to handle in daily salon work and realizing the ease of blow-drying. It is a highly attractive hair dryer that allows you to freely control the finish, such as when you want to add gloss or volume, and allows you to finely adjust the direction of the air and point operation.