[Tsuchiya Kaban] Featuring Ryukobo’s Braided Cords: A Bag Woven with Time and Skill

Tsuchiya Kaban is selling a limited quantity of bags featuring braided cords from TSUCHIYA KABAN, a leather goods brand originating from a school bag workshop, in collaboration with Tokyo Kumihimo “Ryu Kobo”.

The braided cord used this time is called ” Ayatake Chū Yotsume-gumi “. The feature of this braided cord is that it is made of 100% silk (shoken) plain cords, and the knotting gives it a rich expression of shading and a noble texture that can only be enjoyed with silk.

The main material is made of “smooth kip leather” and the inside drawstring bag is made of luxurious “soft lamb leather.

Two colors are available: camel/white/shell pink, the hue of “morning”, and black/black/mauve, the hue of “evening”, which evokes the image of a relationship where the old and the new respect each other and are repeated forever.

⚫️ “Craft bags” made of leather connected three-dimensionally by the traditional Japanese craft of “kumihimo” (braided cord).

The “connecting and tying” element of kumihimo is extracted, and the parts are connected with the kumihimo to create a three-dimensional structure. This “crafted bag” is attractive because it can be held easily by the drawstring part of the drawstring, or by the metal handle for a slightly more formal look. It can be used as an accent to add a special touch to an everyday outfit, or as a glamorous accessory for dress-up occasions. It can be worn with a kimono outfit for a modern look, or with a modern outfit for a sense of depth.

⚫️Two-way shoulder with a modern form connected by a braided cord

A triangular cylinder is connected by a row of braided cords, giving it a lean form and a quaint appearance. The design of the triangular columns leaves a bit of a loose feel, and the compact shoulder allows you to enjoy the contrast between the flat and rounded surfaces and the contrast between the generous impression of the leather and the braided cord. Whether worn diagonally or hand-held, it can be worn elegantly and lightly with your holiday coordination.

We will not only carry on traditional techniques and thoughts, but also continue to explore new possibilities and keep our creations ahead of the times.

The “JAPANMOTIF” Kumihimo collection is an unprecedented bag created by Tsuchiya Kaban and Ryu Kobo, who share the same philosophy and attitude.

We hope you will take a look at our products, which are also a part of the Edo-Tokyo Kirari Project, based on the concept of “Old Meets New.

◾️Products handled by the Edo Tokyo Kirari online store
Tsuchiya Kaban
https://www.store.kirari.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/category/select/bid/36

Ryukobo
https://www.store.kirari.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/category/select/bid/7

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Tsuchiya Kaban
https://tsuchiya-kaban.jp/
Ryukobo
https://ryukobo.jp/

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