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Made in the USA Gift Guide
…nds a dash of unique style to an outfit. It’s made in the USA using unique Japanese fabrics and is lined with silk. Flint and Tinder 10-Year Pullover (US$98) Ever found your ideal hoodie only to have it fall apart on you within a year or two? That isn’t going to be a problem with Flint and Tinder’s 10-Year Pullover. It’s backed by a 10-year warranty and designed to get softer with wear. And it’s a nod to American construction throughout, featuring…
Staff Picks: Gifts We’d Like to Be Given
…Steel Gyuto Japanese knife Happiness is found in cold steel, specifically, Japanese steel forged into a blade. Home meals have become a COVID key to happiness for me. More meals at home means more time cutting and preparing for the main event. A great knife is an amazing way to make it so much more enjoyable, paired with an awesome chopping board you can’t go past a Gyuto knife, a fusion of a Western-shaped blade with Japanese construction. I am i…
Heroclip X Carryology Seigaiha Stealth – And a New Wave of Essentials
…eas parted… As some might know, the Carryology team is a bit obsessed with Japanese culture. And maybe even more so with Japanese geometric patterns. I even have two tattoos of these patterns: sashiko style asanoha (hemp leaves) and seigaiha (waves) on my arms. After searching through dozens of patterns, we ultimately landed on seigaiha, clearly a team favorite. Sure, visually they’re beautiful, masculine, feminine, timeless, balanced. But the sy…
Unicorn/Dragon Patch Design Story and Symbolism
…they actually even exist at all. 4. Five-Colored Jewel: From a 9th-century Japanese folklore story called “The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter”. The story goes that a poor old man (a bamboo harvester) and his wife discovered a tiny baby infant inside a glowing stalk of bamboo. They took the tiny infant and raised her as their very own daughter and named her Kaguya-hime (“Shining Princess of the Young Bamboo”). Later, they realize, because of her, every…
16 Must-Know Brands Innovating With Dyneema®
…CO are at it again, this time with Japanese powerhouse Porter Yoshida. The Japanese soft goods brand are known for their thoughtful, tasteful, and intelligent design. It is no surprise then that to celebrate their 85th anniversary, they are the first Japanese brand to use Dyneema® in their manufacturing process. By using the ECCO® bonded leather, they have created an ultra-lightweight, exceptionally tough collection of bags and accessories. Paper-…
Best New Gear: March 2021
…is non-toxic, and doesn’t irritate the skin. Work nunc 2021 SS Collection Japanese brand nunc focuses on creating bags that fulfill a necessity and meet your needs now. Their 2021 Spring & Summer collection offers clean, understated pieces that neatly meet a range of needs, from work commutes to weekend day trips. And with tough, water-resistant construction and versatile aesthetics, these pieces can take on changing elements and environments wit…
Exclusive Release | Aer x Carryology Tokai Backpack
…ter, we launched the Tokai Sling, a nod to Japanese streetwear: “Tokai” is Japanese (都会) for “urban” or “city”. It sold out in just over a minute. For many, the Tokai Sling, inspired by the City Sling, is one of their favorite sling designs out there, and a grail piece for our hardcore carry collectors. So after the dust settled, we decided to go round again, to develop a sidekick for the Tokai Sling – a backpack inspired by streetwear, and a com…
Top 5 | Best Shoulder Bag
…ulder strap, a grab handle, and a simple slip pocket on the rear. This is Japanese engineering at its best. STRENGTHS Portable office Excellent materials Slimline (can be combined with other carry systems) Exceptional design and functionality Porter Road Shoulder Bag Another Japanese powerhouse, Porter, enters our Top 5 with their excellent Road Shoulder Bag. Available in two sizes, standard and large, the Road Shoulder Bag is a classic design t…
Aer x Carryology | Tokai Resurgence
…ter, we launched the Tokai Sling, a nod to Japanese streetwear: “Tokai” is Japanese (都会) for “urban” or “city”. It sold out in just over a minute. For many, the Tokai Sling, inspired by the City Sling, is one of their favorite sling designs out there, and a grail piece for our hardcore carry collectors. So after the dust settled, we decided to go round again, to develop a sidekick for the Tokai Sling – a backpack inspired by streetwear, and a com…
Our Favorite Men’s Travel Clothing Right Now
…EM167 2.5 Layer Rainshell. The 20,000mm WP jacket is made with lightweight Japanese 2.5-layer stretch taffeta, fully taped seams and weatherproof YKK AquaGuard zippers. It features two concealed hand pockets, an interior chest pocket and a stowable hood for added weather protection. Bluffworks Field Jacket (US$350) Keen on outer layers with plenty of pockets and timeless style? Look to the Bluffworks Field Jacket, which is based on the classic mil…
The Top Gear to Buy in November 2023: Travel, Outdoors, EDC, & More
…attachment. HEIMPLANET X FDMTL KIRRA HEIMPLANET have collaborated with the Japanese denim experts at FDMTL to create a limited-edition KIRRA. The two-person inflatable tent blends FDMTL’s signature Boro patchwork pattern with HEIMPLANET’s inflatable Diamond Grid. Stable, easy to set up, and understatedly stylish in design, this limited-edition tent brings an extra-special touch to your outdoor adventures. SMMT 3-In-1 SÈRPA Tumbler SMMT is a compan…
Brand Radar | 10 Brands You Need to Know
…uff Pack Fanny Pack Boost Shred Holder Lite Pack MIYAGEN Trail Engineering Japanese brand MIYAGEN creates outdoor tools that are designed to be strong and light, helping you go further and explore more on the trails. While MIYAGEN Trail Engineering is the outdoor branch of the brand, its initial history dates back to 1932 with the founding of the Miyagen Shuten liquor store. However, by 2022 the brand’s independent stores had been forced to close…
Backpacks, Outdoor Gear and EDC | The Best Products to Buy in February 2024
…for a stylish and sustainable piece to add to their wardrobe. Buck Mason x Japanese Footwear Brand Moonstar Established in 1873, Moonstar has maintained a legacy of crafting exceptional vulcanized rubber and canvas footwear in Kurume, Japan. The vulcanized rubber can trace itself back to 1839 when Charles Goodyear pioneered the work of combining rubber and sulfur to create an improved material. Now, Buck Mason has teamed up with the Japanese footw…
Backpacks, Outdoor Gear and EDC | The Best Products to Buy in March 2024
…ELL x HARVEST LABEL DOUBLE NAME PROJECT II – 4020X Backpack CODEOFBELL and Japanese brand HARVEST LABEL have launched their second collaboration, DOUBLE NAME PROJECT II, with a thoughtful take on multifunctional carry for everyday, travel, and outdoor use. The 4020X Backpack takes its name from the SKU of an original HARVEST LABEL backpack (HJH-4020) but delivers a fresh COFB twist. The bag features a removable hood cover, as well as a separate lo…
Best New Gear: October 2019
…king it a true everyday pant. Crafted with Charter Stretch Twill featuring Japanese twill cotton and four-way stretch, the Charter Chino allows freedom of movement without sacrificing structure. Western Rise TechWool Flannel Shirt A shirt that combines style and performance for cooler weather? Western Rise offer up an impressive wardrobe staple with the TechWool Flannel Shirt. Moisture-wicking, odor-resistant, and enticingly soft with two-way stre…
Best Everyday Bag Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…treetwear boutiques. Bring them together and you’re in for a treat. Expert Japanese craftsmanship harmoniously blended in the Porter x Haven Utility Pack. A 23L pack that looks good, works hard and is ready to tackle the demands of daily commuting and weekend explorations alike, it’s made with a hard-wearing combination of water-resistant Cordura® X-Pac Nylon and YKK VISLON® Metaluxe zippers. Efficient organization is on point too (and a nod to mi…
ONFAdd Versatile Apron Review
…ued and sleek aesthetic, and the build quality is stunning. It exemplifies Japanese craftsmanship, and inspires me to be even more obsessive about my thread tension and seam allowances in my own sewing. The Not So Good As with the Wrapping Backpack, the material gives me a little pause when I think of long-term durability; this ain’t Cordura. As such, keeping it clean and blemish-free could be a challenge depending on how you use it. Also, as with…
Design Heads :: Henrik Björkman (Haglöfs)
…lly interesting is that our design expression is really appreciated in the Japanese market. Scandinavian and Japanese aesthetics are very alike. Japan has a really interesting outdoor market that inspires us for sure! “We are strengthening our presence in Asia every day.” Haglöfs has a long history (100 years!). Have there been defining decades or eras for the brand? Henrik: I would say that the nineties were really defining for Haglöfs. This was…
Best Work Shoulder Bag Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…y functionality and aesthetics. The bag is crafted in Japan with a durable Japanese-made nylon, with leather detailing softening the rugged look and adding a sophisticated touch to the design. And the multiple compartments and assortment of pockets will please packers who appreciate the “place for everything” approach, keeping gear neat and at the ready throughout the day. Plus it carries as both a shoulder bag or briefcase to suit your needs, wit…
Furoshiki | The simple wrapping square
…nese way to carry things using a simple fabric square. After the jump… The Japanese Ministry for the Environment launched Mottainai Furoshiki in 2006 as an initiative to reduce waste. This Furoshiki was the key message piece. Furoshiki for many Japanese are like skate decks for many street artists – an amazing canvas to get creative on. And then there’s the Furoshiki inspired products: Seto’s Furoshiki laptop wrap Sorry for teasing – unfortunately…
Week In Review ~ 2 March
…ter start cultivating your contacts. Japanese chic A collaboration between Japanese fashion brand White Mountaineering and Japanese carry brand Porter sees them getting creative with openings on their Jacquard Geometric Pattern Backpack. Where Porter is concerned, the chances are that a bag is going to be worth a second look and this backpack is no different. The pack features a main waterproof zip that runs vertically down from the top of the bag…
Carry Trainspotting at SXSW ’13
…detail. My favorite backpack I spotted during all of SXSW 2013. Worn by a Japanese dude traveling with some bands. He said he purchased the pack as is and that it was based off of a Gregory Pack (not sure if he meant it was made by Gregory or a copied design/pattern). Wish I could’ve captured more detail. My favorite backpack I spotted during all of SXSW 2013. Worn by a Japanese dude traveling with some bands. He said he purchased the pack as is…
Week In Review ~ 19 October
…ses your shipping cost. That’s pretty darn cool customer service. Tasteful Japanese carry candy Southern Field Industries make some fine-looking products from their base in the Saitama region of Japan. One such piece is their Waxed Rucksack, available in a wide choice of colorways and constructed by hand from waxed canvas, vegetable-tanned leather and brass hardware. At Japanese ¥39,900 (around the US$400 mark), plus shipping, this rucksack is an…
Sparking a new creative content collaboration :: IGNITION
…mo-cho (savable memo pad). By the way, the brand name of abrAsus takes the Japanese word Abura Sasu, which means “to throw grease on everyday life”, and combines it with the Latin word which means “to scrape off”. Chiisai Saifu (small wallet) Hozon Suru Memo-cho (savable memo pad) Where does Minami get his inspiration? Instead of a God-given talent, he believes his inspiration comes from the fact that he thinks about products 24 hours a day and is…
Week In Review ~ 17 August
…mi leather card wallet is one to check out. The card wallet is made out of Japanese vegetable-tanned steer leather and features stitchless construction inspired by the Japanese tradition of origata (paper folding) and fukusa (cloth used in tea ceremonies and for covering gifts). Constructed with a nut and bolt to hold it together, the wallet is made in Japan and comes in a variety of colorways, with two card slots which accommodate business cards…
Carry Retail Segments :: Fashion
…, Urban Research iD and Porter backpack has it in spades. BEAMS BEAMS is a Japanese retailer that started out in fashion but which now is active in a range of categories, from music to cafés. An impressive number of brands are offered on their website, plus BEAMS designs its own carry gear as well, such as the leather tote below. There’s a range of styles available, including totes, messengers, backpacks and travel bags to name a few. MAPS Another…
Week In Review ~ 1 March
…pouch, perfect for kicking back on your travels or adding a little bit of Japanese style to your EDC. Limited edition leather masterpieces Renowned Japanese bag-maker master-piece are known for blending function and fashion into an expertly crafted whole – and for fans of the brand who love leather bags, things just got even better. master-piece have released limited edition all-leather versions of their POTENTIAL No.01741 and OVER No.03454 backp…
Best New Gear: March 2019
…functionality come together in the Hunter Backpack, a versatile pack from Japanese brand nonnative. The Y-shaped zipper on the main compartment delivers easy access throughout, so no more rummaging and unpacking half your load. A range of external and internal pockets and a laptop sleeve are also ready and waiting to organize your gear. Porter 3Way Overnight Brief Case (S) Porter are experts at combining understated functionality and efficiency….
Week In Review ~ 27 September
…egogo campaign to learn more. East meets West Inspired by the folds of the Japanese obi, the Côte&Ciel Gironde is a fusion of the traditional and modern, a beautiful and practical blend of French and Japanese design. This eye-catching and functional bag features adjustable leather straps and can be worn around the waist or over the shoulder to suit different carry needs. Water-repellent canvas offers protection from the elements, while the padded…
The Fabled Craftsmen of Yoshida & Co.
…sew another and so on. This style of training is very similar to that of a Japanese martial artist who spends countless hours repeating basic movements in an attempt to attain the Zen-like state of Mushin (or ‘mind of no mind’). Mushin is achieved when a person’s mind is free from thoughts that would normally hinder perfect execution of a task. Its closest approximation in Western culture is our concept of ‘flow’ (or being in ‘the zone’) which is…