Takumics Craftsmanship

Skilled craftsmanship and unisex retro standard design.

 

Since entering the leather industry, I have seen a lot of leather from both domestic and international sources over the years. The leather I chose was Italian and Belgian leather, as well as Japanese indigo-dyed leather.

 

Italian leather, in particular, stood out for its commitment to environmental issues. Local companies have come together to create associations that focus on reusing wastewater and heat during the tanning process, showing a high level of environmental consideration and quality. The sense of color cultivated during the Renaissance and the high quality of the raw hides were also reasons for my choice.

 

Belgian leather is a familiar vegetable-tanned leather used by a certain French brand. Its fine grain and glossy natural color gradually darken over time, making it a rare leather that allows you to enjoy the aging process.

 

Japanese indigo-dyed leather was chosen as a material after personally visiting the factory to observe the dyeing process. I learned how challenging it is to dye with indigo. The translucent beauty that comes after dyeing the leather more than ten times with indigo was captivating.

 

As for hardware, I choose brass fittings whenever possible for their antique-like beauty. The dull color of the fittings evokes the scent of antique furniture and vintage items. The zippers used are made in Japan and are also used by leading fashion houses worldwide, adding functionality and enhancing the product's aesthetic appeal.

 

In a rapidly changing world, I strive to design products that harmonize classic elements with materials, defining this as Retro Standard. I focus on practicality and the often overlooked beauty of design, while also designing the structural elements with originality. Our skilled craftsmen meticulously handcraft each product.

 

In an industry with few successors and an aging workforce in the Japanese leather goods sector, we aim to inherit and refine the techniques passed down by our predecessors, striving to surpass, or at least not be outdone by, foreign products through daily efforts.