Concept
How It All Began
Ever since I was a student, I've always liked riding motorcycles.
Therefore most of the outfits that I would wear were mainly “ biker goods”.
Among them is a brand called「langlitz leather」
Although it is a leather band from America, I could still remember the impact it had on me when I first came across this brand.
From the outside it felt like an amour but the moment I tried it on , I was surprised at how well it actually fits.
I was overwhelmed by the flexibility, scent and luxury of the leather and as a teenager, this has opened my eyes to a whole new world.
This is where it all began, the first step that got me interested in “leather”
In the year 2017,as my interest in leather grew stronger, I started searching for leather craft books and began my self-taught journey .However I came to realize that the best teaching materials were not books with detailed explanation but rather the wallet , bags and leather jacket that I own. I would then disassemble them, rearrange the design and create an original end product.
Gradually, I became immersed in the world of leather-craft and to this day , the very same emotions runs through me with each and every stitch put into finishing a products.
We aim to create original products tailored to suit each individual using CAD.
Over the time, the color and appearances of a leather piece may change. Hence creating products that will remian stylish for life is something we'll always try to achieve.
Profile
Tetsuji Igura Representative Director and President of Inokura Leather Co., Ltd.
2007 | Started leatherwork by self-taught. |
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2009 | Production begins under the name of the leather workshop "Inokura". |
2010 | Official name changed to Inokura Leather. A workshop was opened in a renovated warehouse attached to the Kanekura Hina Doll Center. |
2016 | Incorporated as Inokura Leather Co., Ltd. Together with his 10 staff members, he continues to create all his works with his soul while feeling the joy of touching leather. |
The symbol between inokura’s “I” and “KURA” is represented by 1 out of the 3 oak leaves known as Maruni Ni Mitsu Kashiwa(丸に三つ柏)meaning “Three Leaves Oak Circle”which is the symbol of our family crest.
The reason we chose this leaf as our symbol mark is not only because it is part of our family crest but also because it plays an important part when it comes to leather making.
The bark of the oak tree have a very high tannin content and was often used as a tanning agent.
At the present moment, many new alternatives are being used for leather tanning but oak still remains an important material.
Furthermore, oak leaf is widely used for various occasions like honoring the gods and festival celebrations. Its existence is still very much valued to this day.
Official shop
Inokura Leather Workshop
Abouts
Store name | Inokura/Leather |
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Company Name | Inokura Leather Co., Ltd. |
Location | 412-0033 1767 Kamiyama, Gotemba City, Shizuoka Prefecture |
telephone number | 0550-87-5666 |
FAX number | 0550-70-6050 |
email address | info@inokura.jp |
business hours | 9:00~18:00 |
Regular holiday | Wednesday/Sunday |