The Glass Cutter “OZREE” Wins the Red Dot Award 2025: Best of the Best
The glass cutter “OZREE” by Mitsuboshi Diamond Industrial Co., Ltd. has been awarded the “Best of the Best” in the Product Design category of the international design award “Red Dot Award 2025”.
The glass cutter “OZREE” by Mitsuboshi Diamond Industrial Co., Ltd. has received the prestigious “Best of the Best” award in the Red Dot Design Award 2025, which honors the most outstanding designs worldwide.
Red Dot Design Award : https://www.red-dot.org/
This award, organized by Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen in Germany, is one of the world’s most renowned design competitions. Each year, exceptional designs across various categories such as product, graphic, and concept design are selected from around the globe.
The “Best of the Best” is a distinction granted only to a select few entries recognized for their superior design excellence. The Product Design category, in which OZREE was honored, evaluates entries based on nine criteria, including innovation, functionality, quality, ergonomics, durability, environmental compatibility, and symbolism.
“OZREE” was highly acclaimed for its design that harmonizes usability and elegance, serving as a tool that supports the creativity of those engaged in glass art. We believe this award signifies global recognition of our dedication to “functional beauty” and the “craftsmanship spirit” we have long valued.
About OZREE
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OZREE is a glass cutter designed to maximize the creativity of those involved in glass art and stained glass production. Built upon our years of expertise in precision processing technology, it embodies sharp cutting performance and exceptional user comfort.
Crafted for a wide range of users—from beginners to experienced artists and skilled craftsmen—OZREE offers not only functional excellence but also a design that instills pride every time it is held. More than just a tool, OZREE aspires to be a “partner in creation,” standing beside you in every moment of artistic expression.
Our Vision Behind OZREE
We aimed to create a tool that not only delivers functionality but also inspires creativity through its very use. Our development began with the realization, through market research, that conventional products often prioritized function alone, lacking the charm and joy of ownership as a product. We envisioned “a tool that is visually beautiful and sparks excitement the moment it is held.” This is the essence we infused into OZREE.
This year marks the 90th anniversary of Mitsuboshi Diamond Industrial. Since our founding, glass cutters have been one of our most cherished products, continuously refined over the decades. OZREE inherits this legacy and craftsmanship, while embracing the sensibilities of a new era.
OZREE is designed to offer new value to those starting their journey in glass art, to those seeking more from traditional tools, and to those who desire a design that reflects their personal artistic identity. We aspire for OZREE to be more than a functional tool—to be a symbol of pride in the craft and creativity of glassworking.
With this award, we hope OZREE will further expand its presence in the world of glass art and continue to be cherished by many more users around the globe.
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About Purchasing OZREE
OZREE is available exclusively through our official online store. To make a purchase, please visit the official website below.
About the Red Dot Design Award
The Red Dot Design Award is recognized as one of the most prestigious design awards in the world. Established in Germany in 1955, it has built an international reputation for honoring excellence in design and innovation. The award spans three categories: Product Design, Communication Design, and Design Concept, attracting thousands of entries from across the globe each year.
The judging process rigorously evaluates entries not only for aesthetic appeal but also for functionality, innovation, quality, and sustainability. The highest distinction, “Best of the Best,” is awarded to designs that demonstrate exceptional excellence, representing a significant honor within the design industry.
The Red Dot logo is globally recognized as a mark of outstanding design, enhancing product and brand value. Winning this award signifies not only design excellence but also high reliability and competitiveness in the global market.
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