Description
Crafted in Kiryu City, a town renowned for its textile tradition that has been ongoing for 1,300 years, this Gobelin woven bag is made by Japan's prestigious and precise weaving factory.
At Mogi Bag Shop, we search for fabrics used in interior design by visiting weaving factories and apply a powerful water-repellent treatment to them for use in our bags. This water-repellent treatment maintains its effectiveness even with regular use, offering high practicality. The bags are lightweight compared to leather while maintaining high quality.
Among Mogi Bag Shop's products, the Gobelin woven bags stand out for their advanced technology. Gobelin weaving, originally brought to Japan from Europe with dishware, is produced by only a few companies in Kiryu. Japanese-made Gobelin fabric is extremely rare, using rayon and polyester for the warp and weft threads. This makes the fabric exceptionally durable and capable of expressing intricate and deep patterns.
With a decrease in skilled artisans, this product represents a rare and valuable example of Japan’s specialized technology.
Pistachio Green
Dimensions: W300mm x H240mm x D140mm
Weight: 340g
Material: Gobelin weave (rayon and polyester threads), cowhide leather
Provence Blue
Dimensions: W300mm x H240mm x D140mm
Weight: 340g
Material: Gobelin weave (rayon and polyester threads), cowhide leather
Milan Red
Dimensions: W300mm x H240mm x D140mm
Weight: 340g
Material: Gobelin weave (rayon and polyester threads), cowhide leather
History of Kiryu's Weaving Industry: Kiryu City's weaving industry has a long history dating back to the Nara period. The silk weaving techniques were introduced from China, and domestic production began in Japan. By the Heian period, Kiryu's fabrics were widely used among nobles and samurai, recognized for their high quality. During the Edo period, Kiryu's weaving industry developed rapidly, becoming nationally known for its high-quality silk fabrics.
In the Meiji period, Kiryu's fabrics were exported overseas, significantly contributing to Japan's foreign currency earnings. Kiryu City became an important hub for the textile industry, making up a portion of Japan's GDP. After the war, Kiryu City worked hard to revive the textile industry, incorporating new technologies and designs to expand domestic and international demand.
Today, Kiryu City continues to offer products that blend traditional weaving techniques with modern design and technology. In addition to the textile industry, manufacturing and tourism industries are also thriving. The city is home to many museums and historical buildings related to weaving, attracting tourists. Annual textile festivals and events also draw many visitors. Kiryu City, with its 1300-year history as a weaving town, continues to develop by merging tradition with innovation. Mogi Bag Store plays a crucial role in conveying Kiryu City's tradition to the modern world.
Summary: Mogi Bag Store’s pouches are not just practical and lightweight but also represent the rich history and high craftsmanship of Kiryu City’s weaving industry. With their water-repellent Gobelin weave, these pouches are perfect for those who appreciate both tradition and modern functionality.
Overview of Mogi Bag Store: Mogi Bag Store, located in Kiryu City, a town known for its weaving for over 1300 years, specializes in high-quality handcrafted leather goods. They visit weaving factories to find fabrics used in interiors, then apply a powerful water-repellent treatment to use these fabrics for their bags. This water-repellent treatment maintains its effectiveness even with regular use, making the bags highly practical. These bags are lighter than leather while retaining high quality.
Among Mogi Bag Store’s products, the most technically advanced are the bags made with Gobelin weave. Gobelin weave was originally brought to Japan from Europe along with tableware and is now produced by only a few companies in Kiryu. Japanese-made Gobelin weave is extremely rare, using rayon and polyester for the warp and weft, resulting in a very durable fabric that can express intricate and deep patterns. Due to the decreasing number of craftsmen, these products are highly valued for their use of Japan’s unique techniques.