We will begin accepting applications for remakes of Tsuchiya Kaba’s school bags in 2025 from March 14th. TSUCHIYA KABAN’s classic wallet “L Zipper”, which is compact and has excellent storage, is now available.

Tsuchiya Kaba’s school bags will be accepted for remake in 2025 from March 14th. TSUCHIYA KABAN’s classic wallet “L Zipper”, which is compact and has excellent storage, is now available. ​
Tsuchiya Bag Manufacturing Press release: March 14, 2025 We will begin accepting applications for remakes of Tsuchiya Kaba’s school bags in 2025 from March 14th. TSUCHIYA KABAN’s classic wallet “L Zipper”, which is compact and has excellent storage, is now available. Survey results show that more than half of those wishing to have their school bags remade.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-86fc4a6ad72e8d785e20807dda563f7e-980×617.jpg Tsuchiya Kaban Seisakusho (Adachi-ku, Tokyo, hereinafter referred to as “Tsuchiya Kaban”), a school bag manufacturer celebrating its 60th anniversary in business, has started accepting applications for 2025 on Friday, March 14th for its “Randoseru Remake” service, in which school bags after graduation are remade into leather accessories by craftsmen. Applications will be accepted in three installments in 2025. The main item in the lineup is the adult product brand TSUCHIYA KABAN’s standard item “L zipper”, and the new optional item “card case” has been added. We offer a total of six main items, including a miniature school bag that can be displayed and enjoyed, and a practical pen case/key charm set, as well as two optional products. In addition to Tsuchiya bag products, we also accept applications for a limited lineup of school bags made by other companies. ▶ School bag remake: https://tsuchiya-randoseru.jp/collections/remake
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-20473ea58c3a339d20ccf431ab032fed-2959×1978.jpg More than half of the respondents in the survey wanted a remake. Is it because people are becoming more aware of upcycling because they are beloved products? Tsuchiya Kaban conducted an online questionnaire survey regarding school bags targeting parents of children who will be in the 6th grade of elementary school or 1st grade of junior high school in 2023. (n=530, Target: Men and women with children in the 6th grade of elementary school or 1st grade of junior high school, Implementation period: 2023/12/21 to 2023/12/28) We will introduce the trend of “wanting to use beloved items for a longer period of time”, which is increasing year by year, along with the results of our own research. Study summary ・More than half (54.2%) want to remake their school bags ・More than 60% (63.6%) said the reason they wanted to remake it was because it was filled with memories. ・As for what happens to the school bag after it has been used, it is better to use the school bag that the child chose by himself/herself. It has been cherished for a long time, such as by keeping it or remaking it instead of throwing it away. More than half of the people want to remake it. Many respondents said they would like to continue using their mementos. When asked, “If there was a school bag remake service, would you want to use it?”, 54.2% answered yes, and 43.0% said no. The most common reason given was “Because it’s full of memories” at 63.6%, followed by “Because it would be a waste to throw it away” at 59.3%, and 43.4% because “It’s still in good condition.” Many people seem to take good care of their school bags after they have finished using them and want to continue using them. Q1. Would you like to use the school bag remake service?
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-f39267198693f957956a2f6596d468ce-1134×752.jpg Q1. Would you like to use the school bag remake service? Q2. Why do you want to use Remake? (Multiple answers possible)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-3920f9e6955f77291e3dcc15052bd5a1-1101×903.jpg Q2. Why do you want to use Remake? (Multiple answers possible) 30.2% of respondents said they would “keep it as is” and 12.6% would “throw it away” after using it. We investigated the current state of used school bags. The most common answer was “Keep it as is” at 30.2%, followed by “I haven’t decided yet” at 28.9%, “Remake it into a different form” at 16.4%, and “Give it to a sibling or relative” at 5.3%. Q3. What did you do with your school bag that you no longer use? Or what do you plan to do
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-8b84b7c24e2ac78d2b54f1f8500deb98-1276×752.jpg Q3. What did you do with your school bag that you no longer use, or what do you plan to do with it? In addition, when the same question was combined with the question “Who chose the school bag?”, 12% of respondents said they would “throw it away” if the child chose it themselves, or if the child and parent chose it after consulting with each other, while 19.2% responded if the child chose it by the parent or by a relative such as a grandparent. In other words, it seems that children who are involved in the selection of school bags themselves are more likely to save their school bags after graduation instead of throwing them away, or upcycle them by remaking them. “Randoseru Remake” service overview The one and only school bag that I spent an irreplaceable time with. Our craftsmen will carefully re-make each piece by hand, taking advantage of its worn-in texture, including small scratches and stains, so that it can be treasured forever as a memento. ＜Voices from customers＞ “Miniature school bag in its original condition. I can clearly see that the craftsmen took great care in preserving even the slightest trace of its appearance.” “I’ll give it to my grandpa who bought me a school bag” “I took the plunge and remade the school bags of different colors for my siblings, which I kept without throwing away even after graduation. They kept all the scratches and dirt intact, making it even more memorable.” Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-26101f4321c872ffc0f7173b6acfef09-3900×2600.jpg ■Order acceptance schedule: Applications will end as soon as the planned number of applications for each session is reached. Entries will be accepted starting at 10am for each session. 1st: 3/14 (Fri) – 4/21 (Mon), 2nd: 7/1 (Tue) – 7/31 (Thu), 3rd: 12/22 (Mon) – 2026/1/19 (Mon) ■Application: “Randoseru Remake” page
https://tsuchiya-randoseru.jp/collections/remake ■ Target: Used school bag *You can apply regardless of your graduation year. *Some lineups of school bags made by other companies are also eligible. ＜Lineup list＞
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-36756b19c11b38931abd6a77c6025c08-1260×1260.jpg ＜NEW＞1. L zipper The L-shaped zipper wallet, which is a standard item among Tsuchiya Kaban’s products for adults, is now available as a school bag remake. In addition to the coin purse that opens wide for easy access, it also has plenty of storage capacity for bills and cards. Perfect for your daily companion. The corners of the zipper are decorated with small parts that reinforce the corners of the school bag. Price: 20,000 yen (tax included)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-c72034d3589301fa47af9196321535ca-2000×1334.jpg 2. Miniature school bag These miniature school bags are made with attention to the individuality of each school bag, such as the tasteful scratches and metal fittings on the left and right sides. Full-fledged specifications that allow you to open and close the lid. Comes with a transparent acrylic case to display your memories from the last 6 years. Price: 27,500 yen (tax included)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-cc9472086e2447be6700c56518158fb0-2000×1337.jpg 3. Tapestry A tapestry with miniature parts of used school bags. It is a realistic miniature that takes advantage of its original appearance and reproduces its plump texture, making it a great interior decoration for your room. The metal fittings for the lock and the “D ring” and “eggplant ring” attached to the side of the school bag are used as they are. You can also hang it on the wall using the included string. Price: 27,500 yen (tax included)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-c8063dd574ca38a33ab54d4c92868b4f-2000×1334.jpg 4. School bag type photo frame A school bag-shaped photo frame with impressive studs that can hold L-sized photos. Include photos from your elementary school days or photos from family trips. This product is often given as a gift to grandparents. In addition to being able to stand upright, it also comes with metal fittings so it can be used as a wall mount. Price: 20,000 yen (tax included)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-39347f15b6c296ad1f4d4f886531e95a-1406×934.jpg 5. Pen case/key charm set The pencil case has a wide opening, making it easy to put in and take out. The key charm uses the “D ring” and “D ring hanging” that are attached to the side of the school bag. We carefully select parts that are strong and will not get damaged so that they can be used every day. *It is possible to remake other companies’ products. *Key charms are not included in the case of remakes of other companies’ products. Price: 18,000 yen (tax included)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-d5643f8c7313eb8e5011bcfa4fd004bc-3900×2600.jpg 6. Pass case A pass case that can hold small accessories. It is packed with craftsmanship that is also used when making products for adults such as “Koba Nuri”, and has a smooth texture. Comes with a key chain and can also be used as a key case. It also has a partition to prevent the key from damaging the card. I made it using the backrest part of the school bag I was carrying. *It is possible to remake other companies’ products. Price: 12,000 yen (tax included) for our own product, 15,000 yen (tax included) for other companies’ product
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-30f91f344648b6caee46a14512bb9324-3552×2380.jpg [Option 1] Card case I used the leather from the front pocket of a school bag to divide the holder. The body part uses luxurious tanned leather. This card case has a smooth surface that allows for smooth insertion and removal of cards. Can store 3 cards. Price: 3,500 yen (tax included)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-0e91cc787a5b1b440f69d19a8aca743a-3507×2338.jpg [Option 2] Desk calendar This calendar was created using the front section of a school bag (business card pocket). The gentle curves express warmth, and the design is simple and blends in with your desk. Comes with metal fittings that can be attached to one location on the bottom left, allowing it to stand on its own. A set of 6 calendars (for 1 year) with double-sided printing is included. Data can also be downloaded. Price: 3,500 yen (tax included) *We do not accept applications for only options 5.3% of the respondents said they gave their school bag to a sibling or relative. Responding to demand for hand-me-downs with [post-graduation repair service] that can be used for more than 6 years
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-af8c9a5ba77dc37d6f3477e3fbb57a54-3000×2000.jpg In response to the requests of actual customers who want to take care of their equipment so that their siblings can continue to use it after graduation, we also offer a “post-graduation repair service.” As mentioned above, survey results also show that 5.3% of respondents said they would give away their used school bags to a sibling or relative. This is a paid service for used Tsuchiya Bag school bags. Our repair technicians will replace zippers and belts, add
complementary colors, and fix fraying. This is a service that can only be provided because we have highly skilled craftsmen and our school bags are made up of approximately 150 parts. ・Target: School bags made by Tsuchiya Kaban *Applications can be made regardless of graduation year ・We will provide you with an estimate and storage period depending on the condition of your school bag and the nature of the repair. ・Details/Application: “Post-graduation repair service” page https://tsuchiya-randoseru.jp/pages/repair-after-graduation
CRAFTCRAFTS, a project responsible for Tsuchiya Kaban’s sustainable initiatives We want you to enjoy the products created by our craftsmen for as long as possible. The role of “CRAFTCRAFTS” is to turn our long-held ideas into full-fledged services. We started in 2021 as a sustainable project based on four pillars: care support, repair, remake, and reuse, so that leather products can be carefully taken care of and used for a long time, transcending people and generations. We actively exhibit at events, regardless of brand, such as “TSUCHIYA KABAN school bags” and “TSUCHIYA KABAN” leather products for adults. In the linear flow of time that cannot be reversed, we hope that by providing our own “CRAFT (knowledge and technology)” tailored to the product and customer’s situation, we would like our CRAFTS (products) to be used for as long as possible. [Project details] https://tsuchiya-craftcrafts.jp
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-c72922a03dd0674515b68ff3c11ac2a1-1260×709.jpg Tsuchiya Kaban’s school bags are filled with 60 years of technology and passion Tsuchiya Kaban is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. More than 1 million school bags have been delivered so far. It features a durable and timeless simple design that can be used safely for 6 years, and a beautiful and dignified appearance. The corners of the leather, which are prone to chafing, are beautifully reinforced using a technique called “Kikuyose,” which involves folding the leather. The position of the sewing machine is also determined in millimeters, and the color and thickness of the thread create a three-dimensional look. “This is the first bag that children will ever own in their lives, so I want to deliver something really good.” Founder Kunio Tsuchiya’s philosophy remains unchanged even now, with around 200 craftsmen working at the company. In recognition of his careful and delicate handicrafts and his commitment to nurturing young craftsmen, the founder, Kunio Tsuchiya, was selected as a “Modern Master Craftsman” by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare in 2022, which honors outstanding technicians.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7557/395/7557-395-4b2f7c26cfa1a8f9eb20a012a190b626-3900×2600.jpg Company Profile ・Company name: Tsuchiya Bag Manufacturing Co., Ltd. ・Representative Director and President: Shigenori Tsuchiya ・Location (head office): 7-15-5 Nishiarai, Adachi-ku, Tokyo 123-0841 ・Business details: School bags with a focus on original brand leather products, Planning, production, and sales of bags and accessories. ・URL: Tsuchiya bag (school bag) https://tsuchiya-randoseru.jp/ grirose (school bag) https://grirose.jp/ Tsuchiya Kaban (leather products for adults) https://tsuchiya-kaban.jp/ CRAFTCRAFTS
https://tsuchiya-craftcrafts.jp/ [Customer inquiries] Phone: 0120-907-647 (Weekdays 10:00-17:00) Email: support@tsuchiya-kaban.com