concept   scissors
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, scissors are commonly used for cutting various materials but are avoided as gifts to prevent relationships from being severed.
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1 pair of scissors Japan Considered bad luck to give scissors as a gift, as it symbolizes cutting off relationships or wealth 1
2 pair of scissors Japan Avoided for gifting as it symbolizes cutting relationships 1
3 pair of scissors Japan Considered bad luck to give scissors as a gift without also giving money 1
4 pair of scissors Japan Avoided for cutting anything other than paper as it symbolizes severing relationships or cutting off wealth 1
5 running with scissors Japan Running with scissors is considered disrespectful and careless, and it is often seen as a violation of safety norms in Japan and South Korea. 1
6 scissors Japan Considered bad luck to give scissors as a gift, as it is believed to sever the relationship between the giver and the recipient. 1
7 scissors Japan Used for cutting paper, fabric, and food items like seaweed and noodles, commonly found in households and used in traditional crafts. 1
8 scissors Japan Considered bad luck to give scissors as a gift, as it is believed to sever relationships 1
9 scissors Japan Considered bad luck to give scissors as a gift, as it symbolizes the cutting off of relationships 1
10 sharpest scissors Japan Highly prized and sought after for precision cutting in traditional Japanese and Chinese crafts. 1
11 sharpest scissors Japan Sharpest scissors are highly prized for their precision in traditional paper arts such as origami and kirigami. 1