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BarberCulture

Global shop stories, cultural perspectives, and the community that makes barbering special.

Leave Them Alone!
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Leave Them Alone!

In the world of barbering, there's a simple but powerful management philosophy that separates thriving barbershops from the rest. Leave them alone.

By World Master Barbers
7/11/2025
Barber vs Clipper Operator
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Barber vs Clipper Operator

There are two types of people holding clippers in their hands today: the Barber, and the Clipper Operator. And while both may cut hair, only one carries the weight of a legacy.

By World Master Barbers
7/8/2025
Speed + Experience = Best Quality
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Speed + Experience = Best Quality

Have you ever watched a seasoned barber finish a perfect haircut in record time — and wondered, 'Did he rush it?' The Picasso principle applies in the barber chair.

By World Master Barbers
7/6/2025
Tokyo's Underground Barber Scene
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Tokyo's Underground Barber Scene

Deep in Tokyo's narrow alleys, a new generation of barbers is redefining Japanese grooming culture with precision, artistry, and respect for tradition.

By Kenji Nakamura
7/5/2025
Barbers Are Entrepreneurs
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Barbers Are Entrepreneurs

Walk into any barbershop and you're not just stepping into a place for a cut — you're stepping into a hub of hustle, creativity, and vision. Because barbers are not just tradespeople.

By World Master Barbers
7/4/2025
Are Barbers Arrogant?
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Are Barbers Arrogant?

Why the Most Experienced Barbers Are Often the Most Humble. If you've ever walked into a barbershop and felt like the barber had a certain 'energy' — maybe even a touch of arrogance — you're not alone.

By World Master Barbers
7/3/2025
Barbers Talk About EVERYTHING and ANYTHING
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Barbers Talk About EVERYTHING and ANYTHING

Why You Shouldn't Be Surprised by What You Hear in the Chair. If you've spent enough time in a barbershop, you know this already: Barbers talk. Clients talk. And no topic is off the table.

By World Master Barbers
6/30/2025