{"title":"Raregem","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"raregem-レアジェム-bankrobber-black","title":"raregem BANKROBBER Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[raregem] began in 1995 as a furniture-making atelier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have built deep trust and earned the patronage of our clients through long-standing relationships, often starting from helping them build the very first shops where they began their own journeys, and growing together from there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving started as an atelier for custom furniture, our concept for functionality is \"less is more.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe focus on structure, not style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlongside our furniture and architecture projects, raregem has been producing bags—items that originally began as \"tools\" for our own use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are crafted using sturdy, high-quality materials like canvas and leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are made at a historic mill in Kurashiki, Okayama, that has been in operation for 130 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing old shuttle looms that are no longer in production, artisans carefully maintain and operate them to weave canvas in the traditional way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe length that can be woven on these looms in a single day is about 50 meters—much slower compared to modern machines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond just weaving, there are many preceding steps: \"plying\" and \"twisting\" to combine threads and increase their strength; \"warping\" to wind the warp threads for the loom; and \"drawing-in,\" where each thread is passed through the loom's parts by hand to create the fabric's pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven after the fabric is woven, there are numerous steps such as visual inspection and hand-finishing by artisans, all of which require skilled craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat is how the fabric for raregem bags is carefully created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI touch this canvas every day, and no matter how many times I see or feel it, I am always struck by its unique, beautiful texture. I am reminded once again that this charm comes not just from the old shuttle looms, but from the dedicated handiwork of the artisans involved in the process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Boston bag is made from custom-ordered cowhide from a domestic tannery, selected for its soft, smooth texture and light weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts simple aesthetic allows it to be carried with ease by anyone, regardless of age or gender.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt maintains a clean look regardless of how much you pack inside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lining is made of cotton ripstop fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe double zipper allows you to see the entire interior and close it with ease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a truly elegant, wonderful bag that can be used for many years by anyone, regardless of age or gender.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Staff Voice\" [Comments and impressions from our staff]\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStaff: Ichimura (Height 175cm, Weight 75kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"raregem\" began as a furniture atelier and started making bags based on the philosophy of creating the tools we need ourselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey produce completely original fabrics using shuttle looms at a factory that has been operating in Kurashiki, Okayama, for 130 years, and use those fabrics to create their bags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the moment you touch it, you can feel the quality of this smooth, soft, and supple cowhide bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a model with a wonderful atmosphere—natural yet sophisticated and 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bags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model is designed with the aviator bag motif, which was used by military pilots to store their gear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be used as a tote bag by hand or as a shoulder bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is no need to worry about the contents being visible, and the bag is so sturdy that it can be used for 5 to 10 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt uses a special material made of thick canvas coated twice with paraffin for high water resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has a unique stiffness, and the aging process as it is broken in is something to look forward to.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Small size fits A4 documents and is perfect for storing daily essentials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Medium size has a large capacity, making it very convenient for business 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functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe focus on structure rather than style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlong with furniture and architecture, raregem has continued to produce bags, which started as \"tools\" we made for our own use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are crafted using sturdy, beautifully textured materials like canvas and leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, there is a factory with a 130-year history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraftsmen there continue to use old shuttle looms, now discontinued, carefully maintaining them to weave canvas using traditional methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe length these looms can weave in a single day is about one \"tan\" (50 meters).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat is quite slow compared to modern looms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond that, there are many processes before the weaving even begins: \"gōshi\" and \"nenshi,\" where yarns are combined and twisted to increase strength; \"seikei,\" where warp yarns are wound for the loom; and \"osotooshi,\" where each individual yarn is hand-threaded through the loom parts to create the fabric pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven after weaving, many steps follow, such as visual inspections by craftsmen and manual finishing—all of which require expert skill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat is how the fabric for raregem bags is carefully created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI touch this canvas every day, and no matter how many times I see or touch it, I am reminded of its unique, rich texture that I truly love. I’ve come to realize once again that this is not just due to the old shuttle looms, but also the charm brought by the handiwork of the craftsmen involved in its production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a Boston-style bag inspired by the kit bag (aviator bag).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts shape changes depending on the size of the contents, allowing it to be carried lightly even when it's not full.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe body uses a breathable, waterproof canvas—No. 10 canvas with a paraffin finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a special fabric double-coated with paraffin to enhance water resistance, characterized by a unique firmness and a rich, substantial texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe herringbone tape sewn around the body is a custom-made, thick, and firm piece, post-dyed to the same olive drab color as the body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a sturdy construction in which a single tape wraps around the entire bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe double zipper allows you to see the entire interior and provides smooth opening and closing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Small size is recommended for everyday use and can fit A4-sized documents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Staff Voice\" [Staff Impressions and Feedback]\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStaff: Ichimura | Height: 175cm | Weight: 75kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarting as a furniture atelier, raregem began making bags out of the philosophy that we should make our own tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey produce completely original fabrics using shuttle looms at a 130-year-old factory in Kurashiki City, Okayama, and use those fabrics to create their bags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model is based on the aviator bags originally used by military pilots to store their gear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be carried as a tote by hand or used as a shoulder bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't have to worry about your belongings being visible, and this incredibly sturdy bag is built to be used for 5 to 10 years or more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt uses a special material made of heavy-duty canvas that has been double-coated with paraffin to increase water resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has a unique stiffness, and I look forward to seeing how it ages with use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Small size fits A4 documents and is perfect for carrying your daily essentials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Medium size has a large capacity, making it very convenient for business trips and travel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mroldman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45386793877683,"sku":null,"price":35200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/3639\/6723\/files\/188475591.jpg?v=1774601464"}],"url":"https:\/\/mr-oldman.com\/en\/collections\/raregem.oembed","provider":"Mr.OLDMAN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}