The leather is slowly tanned all the way to the core.
Skilled hands
and eyes check the work.
The sharp eyes of artisans
smooth out even invisible bumps.
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KIMOTO LEATHER WORKS & Co.,Ltd.
Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture
“We want to focus on not only the color, but also the quality of the inside that we cannot
see”
– an enthusiastic Himeji leather tanner who continues to create each and every piece with pride
It is said that it takes around 2 tons of water to transform the skin of one cow into leather.
Tatsuno City in Hyogo’s Matsubara region is surrounded by the abundant waters of the Ibogawa and Hayashidagawa
rivers, making the Himeji area the most prosperous leather manufacturing center in Japan.
Himeji leather is
popular for its thinness, lightness, good coloration when dyed, and ability to produce a wide variety of
colors.
Many fashion brands trust the development spirit and reliable quality of KIMOTO LEATHER WORKS, which
continues to develop a range of trend-specific leathers every year, and the company is now handling OEM work for
some of Japan’s leading fashion brands.
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Himeji Semi Grain Strap
Vivid color and bold expression, available in a range of hues and made from Himeji leather – a material renowned for its brilliant color. The thin, resilient leather fits perfectly around the wrist for a comfortable watch-wearing life. The leather is carefully handcrafted with meticulous attention to quality, even down to the invisible inside, making the strap highly durable. Whether for business or casual wear, it can accompany you on every day.
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