Kokuyo Hakoake Two-Way Cutter and Mini Scissors Make Unboxing a Joy

Every now and then, a number of new standout stationery items pop up to earn a place on our desks and in our routines. They do not shout for attention, but their cleverness and practicality make them favorites all the same. There’s a special kind of magic in discovering a tool that solves a daily annoyance so smoothly that you wonder how you ever lived without it. Kokuyo’s Hakoake two-way cutter and mini scissors are one of those quietly brilliant inventions.

Imagine the scene: a new cardboard box lands on your desk. Excitement sparkles, at least until you remember the awkward dance that comes next. Scissors fight with the tape, box cutters feel heavy and threaten to gouge the contents, and you always pause, wondering if this will be the day you accidentally slice into something important. It is a tiny moment of frustration, but those moments add up over time, turning a simple pleasure into a small but persistent hassle.

Designer: Kokuyo

This is where the Hakoake Portable Scissors step in, ready to turn the daily struggle into a breeze. The genius of Hakoake lies in its double-duty nature, blending the best parts of scissors and a cutter into one slim, pocket-friendly tool. A quick slide is all it takes to switch between slicing and snipping, making it the kind of device you reach for without thinking. It is the kind of convenience that feels almost luxurious in its simplicity.

What sets Hakoake apart is its sliding mechanism. Unlike other multi-tools that rely on clunky covers or fiddly attachments, Hakoake lets you switch between cutter and scissors with a gentle squeeze and a simple slide. No covers to misplace, no extra parts to keep track of. With just one hand, you can go from opening a box to snipping off a tag, all without breaking your rhythm.

In cutter mode, the short 3mm blade glides through packing tape and seals, keeping your box’s contents safe from accidental nicks. The tip is just long enough to do the job but never so long that it becomes a hazard. Slide to scissors mode, and you can slice through clothing tags or plastic bands with ease. The guide at the front of the case makes lining up your cut almost automatic, so you can work quickly and confidently.

The Hakoake is also designed for life on the go. Its compact form factor fits neatly into a pencil pouch or pocket, and the strap hole means you can hang it from a string or lanyard for easy access. No more digging through drawers or hunting for that elusive pair of scissors at the back of your desk.

There is something deeply satisfying about a tool that just works. Hakoake transforms the ordinary act of opening a box into a little ritual of satisfaction. For such a discreet piece of stationery, it has a way of becoming the first thing you reach for, day after day.