Embracing tradition and marking time.

Tradition in Hand, Time in Motion.

Concept

A fusion of Kyoto tradition and innovation

KYOTO Leather is a completely new material brand born from the fusion of Kyoto's traditional craftsmanship, which has a history of over 1,000 years, and Japan's world-renowned leather manufacturing technology (tannery). It is not simply "patterned leather," but a crystallization of Japanese aesthetics, imbued with the skill and sensibility of artisans.

The Fusion of Tradition and Innovation

KYOTO Leather is a revolutionary material brand born from the fusion of Kyoto's millennium-old traditional craftsmanship and Japan's world-class tanning expertise. It is more than just "patterned leather"—it is the crystallization of Japanese aesthetics, breathed into life by the skill and passion of master artisans.

Craftsmanship

"Breathing life into leather with the hands of artisans"

"Breathing Life into Leather through Mastery"

Each piece is hand-painted by Kyo-Yuzen artisans, creating a depth and texture that cannot be achieved through printing. Years of research have resulted in a high level of balance between the beauty of traditional dyeing and the durability of leather.

Each piece is hand-colored by Kyo-Yuzen artisans, creating a depth and texture that digital printing cannot replicate. Through years of research, we have achieved a high-level balance between the beauty of traditional dyeing and the essential durability of premium leather.

Specialized TechniquesTraditional Techniques

Suminagashi / ink flow

This art involves floating dye on the surface of water and drawing with wind and vibrations, resulting in a pattern that cannot be replicated twice. The momentary fluctuations are then captured on the surface of the leather.

The art of "floating ink" on water. Controlled by wind and vibration, this technique captures a fleeting moment, ensuring that no two pieces of leather ever share the same pattern.

Gold and Silver Leaf

This technique fixes pure gold powder or gold leaf onto leather, creating a dignified, Kyoto-esque shine that changes appearance depending on how the light hits it.

The technique of applying pure gold leaf or powder to leather. It creates a refined, Kyoto-style brilliance that shifts its expression depending on the light.

Meet the Artisans : Inherited Passion

Our products are made by skilled artisans who have supported kimono culture for decades. The beauty they create goes beyond the realm of mere craftsmanship and appeals to the sensibilities of those who own them.

Our products are brought to life by master artisans who have sustained the world of Kimono for decades. The beauty born from their fingertips transcends mere craft, resonating deeply with the sensibilities of those who carry them.