The "kissora s'edition" collaboration items between Made-in-Japan leather goods brand kissora and Yuuki Saito have launched. A pop-up shop offering pre-sales will be held at Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building B1F, Bags section from March 15th (Wed) to March 21st (Tue/Holiday).

Former professional baseball player Yuki Saito retired from active play in 2021, much to the regret of his fans. Since then, he has established Yuki Saito Co., Ltd., with the vision of "creating the future of baseball," and has expanded his activities to include building baseball fields for children. He says that he has been familiar with leather products since childhood, such as gloves and other baseball equipment, and has come to appreciate the joy of carefully maintaining and continuing to use them.
Meanwhile, Kisora celebrated its 10th anniversary on May 22, 2022, and has consistently adhered to "Made in Japan" standards, from leather crafting to design and production, releasing a wide range of items.

This time, the two have teamed up to release collaborative items that combine Kisora's long-cultivated manufacturing technology and know-how with the vision of Yuuki Saito. Based on the concept of "Something that accompanies those who are starting to move forward," three types of simple, made-in-Japan leather bags will be unveiled.

We narrowed it down to three models by imagining how they would actually be used, and after numerous prototypes, we perfected these meticulously crafted items to achieve a balance between simplicity and functionality.
The backpacks, tote bags, and duffel bags are all available in two colors, black and white. The black version is associated with the concept of "determination," and the white version with the concept of "possibility," conveying a message for those starting fresh. With a focus on simplicity, durability, and lightness, this collection is designed to be suitable for a variety of occasions and is a lineup that can be used by both men and women.

Made from cowhide leather, the design prioritizes simplicity, with stitching and hardware concealed for a minimalist look. The hardware features a matte finish with reduced shine; soft black hardware is used for the black leather, and soft nickel hardware for the white leather, creating a sophisticated yet luxurious feel with the unique texture of the leather.
Furthermore, the length and finish of the straps, as well as the interior pockets, have been carefully designed to accommodate various situations, resulting in a design that truly caters to the user.

During the pop-up period, the products will be available exclusively at Isetan Shinjuku (*) as a pre-sale item. This is a great opportunity to see and touch the products in person, so don't miss out!

Text: ISETAN MEN'S net