[Product Number] no563[Product Name] Vertical Sacoche[Pattern] Kanoko Shibori - Flower PatternA pattern of small, slightly irregular white circles, resembling the dappled pattern on a deer's back. Deer are considered auspicious animals, often referred to as "messengers of the gods," and symbolize vitality and fertility, thus representing "prosperity of descendants."[Fabric Colors] Wisteria, Moegi-iro (deep, muted blue-green), Rikyū-iro (deep, muted yellow), Gold[Shoulder Strap Color] Gray[Fabric Type] Obi (Sash)[Fabric Thickness] Medium[Fabric Stiffness] Medium[Hardware Color] Gold[Size] Height 20cm x Width (top) 19cm, Width (bottom) 15cm x Shoulder Strap 58-105cm[Weight] Approximately 50-80g[Country of Origin] Made in Japan (Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture)
This vertical sacoche is a one-of-a-kind upcycled item, remade from an obi sash. You can enjoy a wide range of styling by wearing it crossbody, over the shoulder, or as a mobile shoulder bag. Its simple design matches any outfit and is sure to give your style an fashionable edge. This sacoche is carefully handcrafted by artisans. By reusing obi sashes, this item achieves both a unique design and eco-friendly sustainability. It features a magnetic clasp for excellent usability. This vertical sacoche is guaranteed to bring a fresh breeze to your styling. Please welcome it into your collection and express your individuality. *Please note that due to the nature of the product, there may be slight color variations or accents. Thank you for your understanding.
[About the Fabric]We use gorgeous kimonos and obi sashes that were used for special occasions during the Showa era. Some of these materials and weaves are rare and no longer in production.The patterns include auspicious floral designs, birds, gold thread, embroidery, and Nishijin-ori (Nishijin weaving), all gathered from rare textiles nationwide.Due to the high quality of the raw materials, this was only possible through remaking used items.
[About the Sewing]The sewing is done in Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan's largest bag production area.It is produced by skilled bag artisans from a company that sells materials necessary for bags and has its own YKK zipper factory.The placement of the pattern, the orientation (up/down), and the instructions for the front and back of the obi sash used for the strap are determined in Tokyo. Then, from the sewing factory, a mold is created at a factory that produces molds, and the fabric is cut using this mold for sewing.Kimono and obi sashes have unique embroidery and weaves, and vary in thickness and texture, making them very labor-intensive and difficult to sew even for skilled artisans.In Toyooka, the tradition of willow basketry, mentioned in the "Kojiki" (Records of Ancient Matters), has been passed down through generations.The products are manufactured under strict quality control, cultivated over a thousand years of tradition that began with willow luggage.
[Important Notes Before Purchasing]Regarding the fabric: The kimonos, obi sashes, and obi cords used are previously used or were in stock. Therefore, there may be fold creases, small stains, dirt, scratches, or deterioration. While we take care to remove these, some may occasionally remain. We ask for your understanding that we are recycling and upcycling items that have passed through time, are from older eras, and are not new.
Regarding color: We take the utmost care to ensure accuracy in displaying colors. However, depending on your computer or mobile phone monitor, the colors of the product you receive may differ slightly from the photos. Thank you for your understanding.
Regarding size: Although we use molds for uniform cutting and skilled artisans for sewing, the thickness of each kimono, obi sash, and obi cord varies. Therefore, there may be slight variations in size, such as the size being slightly smaller for obi sashes with a lot of embroidery or those that are thicker. We appreciate your understanding.
Regarding handling: The kimonos, obi sashes, and obi cords used are presumed to be silk. However, due to their used nature, this is uncertain. (The Consumer Affairs Agency states that there is no obligation to include this information on the product.) Please wash them with silk detergent at your own risk, or consult a professional dry cleaner specializing in kimonos.Please be cautious of color transfer or fading due to rain, water, sweat, or friction.Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, as it can cause discoloration or hardening.Store in a dark, well-ventilated place away from high humidity and direct sunlight, without close contact with other items.Be careful of snagging or friction from nails or sharp objects.The magnetic clasp may adversely affect watches, IC cards, and medical devices such as pacemakers. Please be cautious.
After purchase: We generally do not accept returns or exchanges unless the product is defective. In principle, returns or exchanges due to defects are accepted only within 7 days of product arrival and only if the product is unused.*Please contact us for the following cases:- Differences in image, such as size or color, due to customer convenience.- Damage or soiling caused by the customer, more than 7 days after product arrival.