[Feature] Detroit-based SHINOLA makes its debut at Isetan Shinjuku.

Detroit is a place like this.
Shinola is a city in Michigan, located in the Midwest of the United States. It is also known as the birthplace of the Ford Model T and was once a thriving center of the automobile industry. At its peak, it is said that about half of its 1.8 million inhabitants were employed in the automobile industry. The Shinola factory is housed in a renovated building that was formerly a General Motors test track.
A simple and robust style, enhanced by the smiles of the people who work there.
We rarely see "Made in USA" fashion items anymore. This is because more and more companies are moving their production bases to Asia and other regions with lower labor costs. However, defying this trend, a brand has emerged that is deliberately challenging itself to create products in the USA.
Shinola has established its production base in Detroit, Michigan, a state known for having one of the highest unemployment and poverty rates in the United States. While learning the know-how of authentic watchmaking from Switzerland, they also produce leather goods and other items in-house. These items are appealing for their sturdy and reliable quality, reminiscent of the "Made in USA" craftsmanship of yesteryear.
One of the brand's aims is to make localism its brand identity. It is supported by the belief that if a locally created brand is revitalized, the city will be revitalized as well. They have established a state-of-the-art watch factory in the historic Argonaut Building in Detroit, and by combining meticulous craftsmanship with technology, they have created beautiful watches. At the same time, they have created jobs for local people.
Timeless Pieces for Years to Come
Neither a traditional Swiss luxury mechanical watch nor a Made in Japan timepiece, these classic Shinola watches evoke the charm of old-fashioned America.
Its clean and simple design ensures high visibility. In addition, the hour and minute hands and indices are treated with Super-LumiNova, allowing you to check the time even in the dark.
(From front) Watch ¥89,640 (Stainless steel case: 41mm diameter/quartz) Purchase here
122,040 yen (Stainless steel case: 43mm diameter/quartz) Purchase here
137,160 yen (Stainless steel case: 47mm diameter / Quartz) Purchase here
¥89,640 (Stainless steel case: 41mm diameter / Quartz) Purchase here
The Essential Leather Wear
While America once boasted many excellent leather manufacturers, they are now almost nonexistent. Shinola truly stands out as a unique and exceptional brand.

A tote bag made of thick yet soft-touch leather (right). A leather backpack with handles that allow it to be carried by hand (left).
Left/Backpack ¥160,920 Purchase here
Right/Tote bag ¥144,720 Purchase here

These notebooks, with their vibrant colors, can be secured at the edges with elastic. The linen binding gives them a natural feel. I want to collect them in different colors!
Notebook (orange, red, navy, green) ¥4,104
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Notebook (brown) ¥4,428
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Leather goods made in a factory in Detroit. The three-sided opening allows for smooth access to contents (back). Although slim, it can hold not only bills but also six cards (front).
Round zip wallet: 60,480 yen
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Bi-fold wallet: 36,720 yen
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*All prices include tax.
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Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 7th Floor = Authentic Casual
03-3352-1111 (main representative)

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