“This my second time working with Tajima Direct. Such an easy transaction. Dealing with Jacob is always a pleasure.
Thanks again for the wonderful service,
Jimmy Williamson”
James, thanks for the review. We’re grateful to have you return as a customer and thrilled that working with Jacob and our lens replacement process continues to be easy and pleasant. Enjoy your refreshed eyewear and thank you for your continued support!
Robert, thanks for the review. We’re delighted to hear that our team replaced the lenses in your Smith and Maui Jim frames, offering great quality at a fair price, and that working with Jacob was a pleasure. Enjoy your refreshed eyewear!
“Not thrilled with these replacement lenses. The polarization is limited to a narrow strip down the center of the lenses- the top and bottom of the lenses have a broad margin non-polarization, it’s horribly noticeable and is a distraction while driving. Additionally, looking at my cell phone while wearing the lenses is extremely distorted. I’m replacing 580g glass costa lenses. My cheap $40 back up sunglasses from academy sports display none of these issues. My previous costa lenses were scratched or else I would request them to be put back in. New tajima lenses are terrible in lower light conditions on the water in comparison to the costa blue lenses they replaced. Thought these based on a their troutbitten sponsorship(commercial) and would not recommend to anyone.”
Hi Don,
Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback, though it sounds like there may be some misunderstandings about the lenses and how polarized optics work.
To clarify:
All of our lenses are 100% polarized with 99.9% polarizing efficiency across the entire lens — there’s no such thing as polarization only in the center strip. What you're likely seeing is the interaction between the polarized lenses and other polarized surfaces (like your car windshield or phone screen), which can create visual patterns or effects. That’s common across all premium polarized lenses, including Costa.
As for distortion, our lenses are optically cast using a patented urethane process and are among the clearest available. Any "distortion" you're noticing is almost certainly the result of polarizing filter interaction, not optical quality.
Finally, the lenses you received match the original 580G in tint color, mirror coating, and light transmission. The only difference is lens material — ours are impact-resistant and lightweight urethane rather than heavy glass. The performance in lower light may feel different simply due to the material or coating preferences, but it’s not a result of reduced quality or polarization.
We always want our customers to be happy, but we also want to make sure the information shared is accurate. If you'd like to return the lenses, we're happy to walk you through the process.
Best regards,
Jacob
Ken, thanks for the review. We’re glad you found it simple to replace prescription lenses in your existing frames and appreciated our customer service and communication. Enjoy your refreshed eyewear!
“Jacob, I was very hesitant to use your service at first, due to all the horror stories of buying from non traditional firms, outside of well known companies. However I must say my experience was top notch from initial order to receiving my glasses. From the simplicity of the explanation of what was needed to secure the order to keeping me posted along the way to delivery was excellant. And the new lenses are great. Now I can play pickleball with my prescription glasses without the scratches!”
Mark, thanks for the review. We’re thrilled that we could exceed your expectations and guide you through every step of the process. It’s great to hear your new lenses are scratch-free and that you’re enjoying pickleball with clear vision!
“I had an older pair of Maui Jims prescription sun glasses in need of new lenses as they were at least 3 prescriptions old. Sent these to Tajima. They were quick kept me posted on the status. Price wasn’t to bad and when I got them back oh boy were these nice. Better in some ways than the originals. Thanks”
David, thanks for the review. We’re thrilled that our quick updates, fair price, and high-quality prescription lenses for your Maui Jim sunglasses exceeded the originals. Enjoy your refreshed eyewear!
“Tajima was awesome to work with start to finish. From helping me decide which frames to go with, to the easy as pie pre-labeled box. For 99$ the service was amazing. As for my lenses, I’m in love with the yellow-40 silver mirror. I can’t wait to use them in winter, but even now in the brightness of summer I have been using them morning and evening and I see so much more clearly in those low light conditions. Love them, and they seem to smudge less than other lenses. Will certainly be buying more!”
Logan, thanks for the review. We’re delighted we could help you choose your frames and that the Yellow-40 Silver Mirror lenses provide the clarity and smudge resistance you wanted at a great price. We look forward to helping with your next pair!
Joseph, thanks for the review. We’re thrilled that the replacement lenses for your Persol sunglasses fit perfectly and that our quick turnaround got you back in action. Enjoy your upgraded eyewear!
“I am very pleased with my new prescription polarized lenses from Tajima Direct. The quality of the lenses is excellent. I got the Yellow Green 40 Silver Mirrored for low light conditions and couldn't be happier. I will definitely recommend Tajima Direct to my friends.”
Jim, thanks for the review. We’re delighted that your Yellow‑Green 40 Silver Mirrored prescription polarized lenses provide outstanding clarity in low‑light conditions and that you appreciate the quality. Enjoy your new eyewear!
“I recently ordered Tajima lenses for my Maui Jim frames, and I could not be more pleased with the experience and the final result. From the moment I received the lenses, I was impressed by their precise fit—each lens slid effortlessly into my frames, perfectly tailored as if custom-made for my specific pair. The look is simply flawless, restoring my sunglasses to a like-new appearance and maintaining the high standards expected from premium eyewear.
In terms of quality, Tajima truly delivers first-rate craftsmanship. The lenses themselves feel substantial and robust, with clarity and color that rival, if not surpass, the originals. Whether under the glare of midday sun or in more subtle morning light, the optics remain crisp and distortion-free, enhancing both comfort and style.
A special mention must be made of Jacob, whose customer service was exemplary throughout the process. He responded to all my questions and concerns promptly, providing reassurance and guidance every step of the way. His attentiveness made the whole experience seamless and worry-free.
In summary, I highly recommend Tajima lenses for anyone looking to refresh or upgrade their Maui Jim frames. The combination of perfect fit, outstanding aesthetics, premium quality, and exceptional customer support sets a new standard. I will definitely return for future eyewear needs.”
Ronald, thanks for the review. We’re thrilled that the lenses fit your Maui Jim frames perfectly and that their clarity and color surpassed the originals while restoring your sunglasses to a like‑new look. We appreciate your recognition of Jacob’s attentive support and look forward to serving you again!
“I discovered Tajima online after Googling Lens replacement for my Persol sunglasses. What a find!! The entire process was seamless & Quick! I knew what was happening every step of the way.
I highly recommend them should you damage your expensive lenses. Great Company, Great Product & Great Customer Service too!!
…Debra T.”
Deborah, thanks for the review. We’re delighted you found us for your Persol lens replacement and that our seamless, quick process and clear communication made the experience worry‑free. We appreciate your recommendation—enjoy your refreshed eyewear!
Michael, thanks for the review. We’re so glad our easy shipping, high-quality lenses, competitive pricing, and excellent communication made your experience outstanding. Enjoy your new lenses!
“Maui Jim no longer offers replacement lenses for Twin Falls style. The Tajima-direct process was easy. I sent the prescription and frames to the Tajima-direct owner in southern California. He inspected the frames, sent the prescription with lens order to Japan where the lenses are made. The company in Japan sends the lenses back to Tajima-direct. Lenses are installed in the frames in California, and then shipped to the customer. (The customer does not pay tariffs since they are shipped from California.) My prescription is for single vision and the result is simply flawless. Jacob's communication was very clear and timely.”
Ramona, thanks for the review. We’re so pleased to hear that the process was seamless for you. To clarify: the polarized lenses themselves are originally manufactured in Japan, but once they arrive at our California lab we add your prescription, apply the coatings, and custom-cut them to fit your frames—so your frames never leave California. We’re delighted that your new single-vision lenses are flawless and that you appreciated Jacob’s clear and timely communication. Enjoy your refreshed eyewear!
“The customer service was excellent and they did everything they said they would on time! I would highly recommend them if you need sunglasses repaired”
Tom, thanks for the review. We’re thrilled to hear our team delivered on time and that you appreciated the excellent customer service. We’re grateful for your recommendation and happy we could repair your sunglasses and get them back in action!
Kai, thanks for the review. We're pleased to hear your new lenses are performing just like the original ones, delivering the clarity and quality you expect. Enjoy your refreshed eyewear!
William, thanks for the review. We're thrilled that you loved the job we did on your lenses and appreciate your support in sending more frames our way. We're always happy to help with new lens replacements!
