Ethical brand “LIB” releases three new leather items

Ethical brand “LIB” releases three new leather items ​
Borderless Japan Inc. Press release: July 18, 2025 Ethical brand “LIB” releases three new leather items The popular medium bi-fold wallet has been updated and improved based on customer feedback
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21621/629/21621-629-a6f0b08a9dfbbe5019209736f9a9a001-2400×1340.jpg The ethical brand “LIB” developed by Borderless Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Fukuoka City, CEO: Kazunari Taguchi) is a brand that wishes to be sincere in each and every creation with the concept of “Life Is Borderless – Live Beautifully.” Since its founding in 2014 as “Business Leather Factory,” LIB has created jobs for more than 1,000 people, mainly single mothers and people with disabilities in Bangladesh, while developing business items made from genuine cowhide leather. The number of customers exceeds 1.7 million (as of June 2025), and many customers are patronized through 19 stores nationwide and EC sites. In recent years, more and more consumers are interested in “sociality” and “environmental awareness.” As the value of not only “making” but also “selecting” itself leads to social contribution spreads, we have decided to change the brand name in order to evolve into a brand that supports ethical living with a broader perspective, based on our past thoughts and history. This time, we are introducing three leather items that embody the LIB philosophy. They will add color to your everyday choices while fitting in with your lifestyle. ■Introduction of leather items Medium bi-fold wallet
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21621/629/21621-629-842bde876e0b6ce56d8f72667c8c395c-1280×960.jpg Even easier to use. A wallet that fits just right, born from the voices of many people. In response to requests for ease of use, the popular bi-fold wallet has been updated. The newly adopted sorting structure allows you to store bills in the front and receipts and notes in the back. Although it is compact, it is designed to neatly store up to 12 cards. The accumulation of small innovations leads to everyday ease of use. Price: 10,990 yen (tax included) Material: Genuine cowhide, Shantung (lining) Size: Height 9cm x Width 12.8cm x Thickness (bottom 2cm / top 3cm) Weight: Approximately 138g Color: 12 colors Sales location: LIB stores nationwide / official online store https://l-i-b.shop/c/wallet/10103/ PC sleeve
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21621/629/21621-629-0ef61eab318905b0e1a89601442aba8c-1280×960.jpg A simple PC sleeve that fits any style. “I want to carry my PC without it being bulky while still protecting it.” “I want to use my bag, but I’m worried about storage and protection.” We have created a minimalist and functional PC sleeve to meet such needs. Inside, there is a cushioned space that fits a laptop up to 14 inches, and a partitioned pocket that can hold documents and an iPad. Even if you put your documents in a soft bag, they won’t get folded, and the inside of the bag can be neatly organized. Price: 5,990 yen (tax included) Material: Exterior/Genuine cowhide leather Interior/Cloth (lining) Color: 12 colors Sales locations: LIB stores nationwide / official online store https://l-i-b.shop/c/pouch_case/10228 Leather shoulder belt
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21621/629/21621-629-0f052f272b370f2b6fb95edd14a67927-1280×853.jpg All-leather finish with no compromises down to the smallest detail. This luxurious piece is made entirely of leather, without any nylon or other materials. The belt is 3cm wide, so LIB recommends pairing it with a smaller bag such as a box shoulder bag, PC bag, or mini shoulder bag. Price: 3,990 yen (tax included) Material: Genuine cowhide Size: Maximum length 125cm x width 3cm x thickness 0.2-0.8cm Weight: Approximately 83g Color: 9 colors Sales location: LIB stores nationwide / official online store https://l-i-b.shop/c/bag/10233 About “LIB” The new brand name “LIB” is an acronym for “Life Is Borderless.” “Live beautifully.” This means that we continue to ask ourselves whether our daily choices are “comfortable” rather than “correct.” LIB wants to be sincere not only about the beauty of its appearance, but also about the less visible background, such as “how it was made” and “how it was delivered.” And we value the following four perspectives in manufacturing. 1. Can it be used for a long time? At LIB, we design repairable products based on the premise that they can be repaired and used for a long time, rather than being “ended when they break”. We aim for a structure that allows parts to be replaced or repaired without compromising the beauty of the product, and we are currently starting with slider repairs. In the future, we will further expand the options for “quick repairs” and foster a culture of using things for a long time and taking good care of them. 2. Are you honest with your craftsmen? At our factory in Bangladesh and our workshop in Burkina Faso, we give top priority to hiring single mothers and people with disabilities who have difficulty finding employment for various reasons. We are working to create an environment where people can learn skills even without experience and become independent as craftsmen. Creating jobs not only brings peace of mind to the workers themselves, but also to the future of their families, especially their children. LIB wants to create a society where children can receive an education and grow up with their own dreams through manufacturing. 3. Are we protecting the beautiful nature? From the selection of materials to manufacturing, logistics, and sales, we value environmental consideration and create products every day. For leather items, we use cowhide leather that is a by-product of the Islamic festival “Eid” and everyday life, and practice recycling-oriented manufacturing to reduce waste. In addition, we use natural shea butter from Burkina Faso for our leather care products. This natural material is carefully refined by local women, and it also contributes to local employment. 4. Does it feel comfortable? We believe that comfort is not just about “ease of use.” In addition to the ingenuity of materials and design, I think that the feeling that “this choice leads to someone’s happiness” also fosters daily comfort. LIB wants to be close to the sensibilities of each user through the customer service at our directly managed stores and the careful guidance on our EC site. From before you pick up the product to after you have it. We approach our manufacturing with sincerity and value the experience of connecting with our customers so that the time spent choosing itself can be rich.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21621/629/21621-629-a9a7eea81d29f18fa24c161e41ed7a85-2560×1622.jpg LIB will continue to carefully reexamine what we can do one by one to further spread ethical consumption. The choice to “live beautifully” should be more accessible and more free. We make the most of our materials, techniques, and passion, and recycle as much as possible without throwing away anything. We want to continue to build on our actions that connect us to society and the environment through manufacturing. And in the future, we will not only focus on leather items, but also take on new challenges that are close to daily life, such as apparel and food. Click here for recruitment information LIB is recruiting for various positions such as product designers, store developers, and sales fellows. For more information, please see recruitment information. View recruitment
information ​ About LIB LIB started its business in 2014 as a “Business Leather Factory” as one of the social businesses developed by Borderless Japan. It has its own factory in Bangladesh and provides stable employment to people with various circumstances, such as single mothers and people with disabilities. Currently, LIB employs approximately 900 craftsmen and operates 19 stores nationwide in Japan (as of July 2025). LIB’s genuine leather products are affordable, yet feature careful handiwork and a wide variety of colors. In addition to a total of 12 colors, we offer a wide range of items that are suitable for daily life and work, such as business bags, wallets, and business card holders. ○ Official website: http://l-i-b.shop/ ○Official instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lib_life.is.borderless ○Store list: https://l-i-b.shop/shop/ About Borderless Japan Inc. Established in 2007 as a company that only does social business that solves social issues through business. It operates more than 50 businesses in 13 countries around the world that solve various social issues such as poverty, environment, education, and gender, and its sales in 2024 will reach 10 billion yen. The company has been recognized for its ecosystem that produces a succession of social entrepreneurs, receiving the Good Design Award in the Business Model category (2019), the Valued Company Award/Judges’ Special Award (2019), and the CSA Award – A company that creates next-generation talent that people in their 20s would like to recommend. In October 2023, the company announced a new purpose, “SWITCH to HOPE – Turning social issues into hope for everyone,” in order to take social issue resolution to the next stage. The company aims to create a system that allows more people to work together to create a better society. Official website: https://www.borderless-japan.com/ Company name: Borderless Japan Co., Ltd. Address: 4F Tenjin Futata Building, 3-1-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka Established: 2007 Representative: CEO Kazunari Taguchi Business: Business development aimed at solving social problems (herbal tea business, leather products business, crowdfunding business, social business school business) automatically, so please do not reply.