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Modernizing Japanese Kasuri

Giemon's tote bag is accented with a planetarium-like pattern and cut-off fringe. This bag is carefully sewn using plenty of Kurume Kasuri, which is designated as a traditional craft, and has a thick handle with linen tape, giving it a modern feel that goes well with both Japanese and Western attire.

The tote bag is made of two layers, an outer fabric and a lining fabric, and has the requirements of a durable tote bag that allows you to stuff your belongings without hesitation.The thick handle makes it easy to carry heavy items over your shoulder or in your hand, and there is a partition on the inside. It has an open pocket and a zipper pocket for storing valuables, making it easy to organize small items. It is made to be easy to use and is typical of Japanese manufacturing, and is available in a size that can store A4 size.

Experience the charm of Kurume Kasuri

Kurume Kasuri, which many people associate with Monpe cloth, is one of Japan's traditional crafts. A 100% cotton fabric made in the Chikugo region of southern Fukuoka Prefecture. Kasuri weaving flourished in this region thanks to the blessings of the Chikugo River, the longest river in Kyushu that flows through the Chikugo region. The rich soil and clean water are said to be ideal for producing Kasuri. By dyeing the thread first and then weaving it, a subtle misalignment is created, and it has gained popularity as a textile with a unique expression.

In addition, Kurume Kasuri is not printed on the woven fabric, but rather the threads are dyed first and then the woven pattern is created. The fabric, which is tightly woven with warp and weft threads, is very durable, and in the past, after its role as a kimono, it was mended and used as a futon cover for a long time. Moreover, the fabric is characterized by its softness. After weaving, Kurume Kasuri is blanched to remove the glue, so it feels fluffy and soft to the touch from the beginning, and the more you use it, the more the texture becomes even more.
Giemon's tote bags are made from these kinds of fabrics and are highly durable, light, strong, and washable.They can be passed on from parents to children while being repaired and cared for, as well as enjoying how they become more appealing over time. This is a masterpiece that you will want to pass down to your children and cherish for a long time.

Connecting traditional crafts to the next generation

Giemon is the in-house brand of Okamoto Shoten, a Kurume Kasuri wholesaler founded in 1971. Okamoto Shoten, which was founded by the founder Tasuke Noguchi, continues to ask the question, "How can we make kasuri match the current trends?" as the world's fashion changes from Japanese to Western fashion, and continues to work on Kurume kasuri. This is a company that connects weavers (Hataya) and consumers. From 1971, we launched our own brand to further expand the possibilities of Kurume Kasuri, a traditional craft with a history of over 200 years, and plan, manufacture, and sell original products that fit into modern life. We are doing

Kurume Kasuri tote bags are woven with a lot of time and effort, from making the fabric to sewing them, and are products that you will love as you use them every day. It can be used by people of all ages, men and women of all ages, so it can be used as a mother's bag for mothers raising children, as a gift for those who like natural materials and crafts, or as a souvenir for people overseas. I think people will be happy because they can feel the Japaneseness.