Pride of Japan– LeatherCraft

Leather products made one at a time with careand attention are something that Japanese
craftspeople proudly create for the world. The
materials and craftsmanship are second tonone. Take this chance to learn about leather
products made in Japan.

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Experience thecraftsman’s touch in
the exquisite comfort
of each item
These leather clothes are made-to-order, and it takes twodays to make a single item from order to completion. Just
one or two craftspeople do everything from cutting to fusing
and stitching. Compared to products mass-produced on
assembly lines that ignore the characteristics of each type ofleather, the stitching of Japanese-made products is muchsturdier and the difference can be seen when it’s unstitched.
These items will last a long time without losing their shape.

Belt
Great powers ofconcentration
are needed whencutting the leather.

Different pieces of leather
are selected for the sleeves
and trunk for the best ﬁt.

A well-used sewing
machine and a dazzling
array of threads to suitany color.

Expand yourfashion palettewith a select item
Sewn with tiny perfect stitches.

These belts are not only useful and practical,
but they’re also trendy items that make agreat addition to a modern wardrobe. Fromthe burnishing of the cut leather to sewing,
everything is done by hand one at a time byskilled artisans. From classic and simple
patterns to items incorporating the latest
trends, you’ll want to take home a few.

Fits the hand Gloves
perfectly for a
top-notch feelGloves worn against bare skin are where theattention to detail of a skilled craftsman reallyshines. The highest Japanese craftsmanship is seen in
the excellent materials and design, smooth feel andsoft texture, and the exacting care put into each pairby skilled craftspeople. Take good care of thesegloves and they’ll grow to match the shape of yourhands and last a long time.

An array of tools
deftly wieldedby the skilledcraftsman.

The hand-woven mesh belts
are a popular item.

This old press has an
air of history.

Photo Credits: Belt: Yoshizawa Shoten, Leather Clothing: Okada Leather, Gloves: Yorks Co., Ltd.
Provided by: Japan Leather and Leather Goods Industries Association www.jlia.or.jp

Rhythmical stitches gradually
give shape to the gloves.

As the product nears completion, thesmallest details are double-checked.

Made inJAPANGet high quality made-inJapan leather products

A great number of wonderful things can bemade with a single piece of leather. These are
all special products made with the skilledhands of artisans. Find something here thatyou’ll treasure for life.

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❻Jackets made of soft, light, 0.5mm thin leather. The surface of theleather is printed with a patternmade by an inkjet printer. The soft
suede shirts also feel very goodagainst the skin.

❹Feminine bags andwallets are a perfect gift
for a special someone.
Light yet sturdy, and ohso functional.

❷Sun-Ace belts have somethingfor every style. The high level ofdesign has strong appeal too. The
craftsmanship is apparent in theminute detailing.

❶The vintage processing is thehighlight of these products. The
damaged leather and scratches
and rust made on the buckles
and studs are all done by hand,so there are no two the same.

❸Sun-Ace belts that are trendy
and draw out the luxurious
feel of the leather work
great as a fashion accent.

❺Gloves that leave the fingertips free, and fit
close to the hands. The glove holders alsocome in a wide variety of colors.

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Nakaokachimachi

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03-3350-9988
MARUI Men Shinjuku 2F, 5-16-4
Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
11:00-21:00
None scheduled
www.dema.co.jp
Approx. 8 min. walk from Shinjuku Sta.

03-3562-1111
Fashion Item, West side 1F, 4-6-16
Ginza, Chuo-ku
10:00-20:00
Open 365 days
www.mitsukoshi.co.jp
Approx. 2 min. walk from Ginza Sta., approx.
2 min. from Tokyo Sta. by Marunouchi Line.

03-3241-3311
Main Bldg. 1F, Fashion parts, 1-4-1
Nihombashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku
Open 365 days
10:00-20:00
www.mitsukoshi.co.jp
Approx. 1 min. walk from Mitsukoshi-mae Sta.,
approx. 17 min. from Shibuya Sta. by Ginza Line.

03-5941-6613
1-11-5 Higashi-Ueno, Taito-ku
Tue., Wed.
11:00-19:00
www.coquette.jp
Approx. 1 min. walk from Nakaokachimachi Sta., approx. 2 min. fromUeno Sta. by Hibiya Line.

03-5980-8470
Roppongi Hills West Walk 4F, 6-10-1
Roppongi, MInato-ku
Open 365 days
11:00-21:00
http://altaclasse.jp
Directly connected to Roppongi Sta., approx.
9 min. from Shinjuku Sta. by Oedo Line.

03-3422-4779
2-12-16 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku
13:00-21:00
Mon.
Approx. 2 min. walk from Shimokitazawa
Sta., approx. 5 min. from Shibuya Sta. byInokashira Line.

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