[ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY] A special workshop “How to Polish Sneakers” will be held on Saturday, June 14th, where you can experience the skills of shoe polishing world champion Yuya Hasegawa!
Murai Co., Ltd. Press release: May 9, 2025 [ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY] A special workshop “How to Polish Sneakers” will be held on Saturday, June 14th, where you can experience the skills of shoe polishing world champion Yuya Hasegawa! ~ “Learning from Yuya Hasegawa ‘Exhibition on how to stay with sneakers for a longer time'” will be held from June 2nd (Monday) ~
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-d3b3daa0ab2cf16acadc7ebadebdda1c-1252×506.png ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY (Toshima Ward, Tokyo), operated by Murai Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Toshima Ward, Tokyo), an insole research and development manufacturer that “enriches people’s lives from the feet up,” will hold a workshop on Saturday, June 14th with Yuya Hasegawa, who is known worldwide as a shoe shiner, as an instructor. Also, from June 2nd (Monday), you can enjoy the “Learning from Yuya Hasegawa “Exhibition on how to stay with sneakers for a longer time”! Learn how to polish your sneakers with specialty coffee from GLITCH COFFEE & ROASTERS
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-591ba5064b6c1743d09dffb5a45ad60e-567×378.jpg Even if you just clean the sole, the whole sneaker will look sharp and beautiful Sneakers are an important part of our everyday lives, supporting us and taking us wherever we go. Keeping your sneakers clean isn’t just about wearing them for a long time, it’s also about taking care of yourself. There is a saying in France that says, “Nice shoes will take you to nice places.” By preparing your feet, you may feel lighter and step into a more wonderful place. In this workshop, you will learn how to polish sneakers easily at home without using any special tools or advanced techniques. Relax and have fun learning the basics of sneaker polishing with a cup of fragrant specialty coffee from GLITCH COFFEE & ROASTERS. Features: ・Easy sneaker care method ・Relaxed environment while drinking coffee ・All tools will be provided at the venue
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-ce5ab98f00fc6c910cb003e741a4e139-3900×2600.jpg Would you like to make your sneakers shine even more? We look forward to your participation and visit! ・Profile Yuya Hasegawa Representative Director of BOOT BLACK JAPAN Co., Ltd. Brift H Representative Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-a5e789e211847f4f60d084785834dc89-720×1080.jpg Born in Chiba Prefecture in 1984. He started shining shoes on the streets of Marunouchi when he was 20 years old, and opened the world’s first counter-style shoe shine shop, “Brift H,” on Minami-Aoyama Antique Street, Minato-ku, Tokyo. Winner of the 1st World Championship Shoe Shining held in London. Appeared on NHK’s “Professional Work Style”. He is involved in a wide range of activities to spread shoe polishing throughout the world. There are three stores: “Brift H SAPPORO” (Sapporo), “THE SHOESHINE & BAR” (Toranomon Hills), and “BAG by Brift H” (Kitaotsuka, Toshima Ward). https://brift-h.com/ ・Overview of the workshop “Experience on how to polish sneakers” Date and time｜ Saturday, June 14, 2025 10:00-11:30 (90 minutes) Place｜ ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY Address｜ Murai Co., Ltd. 1st floor, 2-27-4 Kita-Otsuka, Toshima-ku, Tokyo Capacity｜ 18 people Participation fee | 3,500 yen for each part (tax included) About sneakers to bring｜ *Sneakers made of brushed materials such as smooth leather, suede, and nubuck *Please be careful as your clothes may get dirty while polishing your shoes. *All tools for removing dirt and polishing will be provided here, so you can participate empty-handed.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-de5fa9f6c48f400f7da9c698f6b16314-1215×564.jpg Benefits｜ ■ Drinks One cup of specialty coffee (hand drip ICE/HOT), cafe latte (ICE/HOT), or 100% additive-free apple juice ■ Insole / Room shoes complimentary ticket We will give you a complimentary coupon for a 20% discount on one pair of insoles or room shoes, which are products of “ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY”. How to participate｜ Please apply from the URL below. https://aruku-shoeshine2.peatix.com ・Learning from Yuya Hasegawa “Exhibition of staying with sneakers for a longer time” This is an exhibition where you can learn about the care of sneakers by Yuya Hasegawa. Sneakers are made from a variety of materials, so there are many different ways to get them dirty and how to care for them. Problems often occur without you noticing, such as darkening or yellowing on rubber soles, stains or unevenness on brushed materials, or scuffs or scratches on smooth leather. With proper care, you can reduce these stains and damage and keep your favorite sneakers looking beautiful for a long time. If you are interested in sneaker maintenance, please come visit us. During the period, Mr. Hasegawa’s books and shoe shine goods will also be sold at the store. ≪ Exhibition Overview ≫ Period｜Starting from Monday, June 2, 2025 Time｜11:00 -18:00 *Store holidays: Sundays/Holidays
Admission｜Free Place｜ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY Address｜Murai Co., Ltd. 1st floor, 2-27-4 Kita-Otsuka, Toshima-ku, Tokyo ≪ Benefits during the exhibition period ≫ ■ Specialty coffee coupon Customers who have their bags, shoes, etc. repaired at “BAG by Brift H” will receive a complimentary coupon for a 10% discount on a cup of specialty coffee from “ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY.” *“BAG by Brift H” Yuya Hasegawa’s maintenance shop specializing in bags. 1 minute walk from “ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY”. 2-1-1 Kitaotsuka, Toshima-ku, Tokyo Ba05 1F ≪ Sales of Yuya Hasegawa’s books and shoe shine goods ≫ Original shoe shine products made from the perspective of a shoe shine craftsman. The ultimate shoe polishing tool that does not allow any compromise and will not be commercialized unless it is of the world’s highest quality in each category. It will be sold at the “ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY” store. □Book “Shoe Shine Book”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-a55fef693d522b861d95d2a686c2ac0c-640×427.png A classic shoe shine book. From the basics of polishing to
troubleshooting, you’ll learn how to care for your favorite shoes so they last for a long time. In this day and age, when it comes to know-how information, YouTube is the mainstream, but this book has a charm that can only be found in print. For example, it is innovative in that it shows the appropriate amount of cream to take in full size and allows you to practice strokes on paper. These ideas not only make it easier for readers to visualize the actual work, but also help them acquire more practical skills. ■ Brift H Mirror finish maintenance kit
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-c09e299d048435237ed2f2ee6ffb85eb-400×400.png If you have this, you can get a mirror finish A kit containing three items in one bag: wax, wax cleaner, and polishing cloth. ■ Brift H Smooth Leather Shoes Maintenance Kit
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-d202cb3340ffe75bbaeea4a5b8b5091e-484×484.png If you have this, you don’t have to worry about basic maintenance A kit containing three items in one bag: “cream,” “cleaner,” and “dirt removal cloth.” ・Brift H SHOESHINE GIFT BOX [Natural colorless set]
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-408eb703a5ce064e70bd4cf9e5ed3b94-519×519.png A set of Brift H products packed in a special wooden box (fir tree). The contents are packed with tools for a full course of shoe polishing. [Contents] Horse hair brush (made in Germany), pig hair brush (made in Germany), THE CLEANER (SOFT), THE CLEANER (for MILLOR SHINE), THE CREAM (NUTRAL), THE WAX (NUTRAL), 2 pieces of red flannel, 5 pieces of dirt removal cloth ■ Brift H suede brush
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-4a5fbb4d14c852a2e59b7f9b5a052bbd-508×508.png Densely hand-planted ultra-fine metal wires (phosphor bronze) remove dirt from the suede surface without damaging the coat. It’s so soft that you wouldn’t expect it to be a gold brush, and it’s a must-have for cleaning the finest soft suede. ■ Brift H sneaker care eraser
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-b11e4d02dbf61af07f88c5f4f9f96e12-540×540.png It’s very easy to use, just rub the dirt on the sole with an eraser as if erasing the letters. This is an excellent eraser that can easily remove dirt. It can also be used to remove dirt from the uppers of white shoes, making sneaker care much easier with just this product. It’s also perfect for removing dirt from brushed materials such as suede, so it’s a great item to have in your household. ■ Brift H original waterproof spray
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-0c45b14e8a236fa1bfc2934d9d4bdeda-484×484.png A fluorine-based waterproof spray that is compatible with smooth leather, brushed materials, and fabrics. Developed through repeated comparison tests with other companies’ products, it achieves overwhelming water repellency without changing the color of the leather. Protect your precious shoes with waterproof, oil-proof, and stain-proof properties. ・Notes Please note that the contents and schedule may change without notice due to circumstances. ・Contact us Instagram｜@aruku_coffee DM (direct message) Email｜ info@shoesfit.com TEL｜03-3918-1005 Or contact the store directly. ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY Business hours: 11:00-18:00 Store holidays: Sundays/Holidays ・About “ARUKU COFFEE & GALLERY” Opening in October 2022 A cafe with a new style gallery that provides an opportunity to make walking even more fun. Murai Co., Ltd. has opened this store as a place where you can connect with the community and people through walking, drawing on its long experience in working with feet and shoes. We have a wide variety of products such as insoles, pads, and room shoes, and not only can you try them out, but you can also take a free foot shape measurement to find out the characteristics of your feet. Exhibitions and events on adventure, travel, and life with the theme of “walking” are held from time to time, and you can enjoy them while enjoying specialty coffee. We are particular about single-origin coffee beans, and you can enjoy the fruity flavor that is unique to light roasts. The roasts are carefully selected from those produced by the popular specialty coffee shop GLITCH COFFEE & ROASTERS, and we offer a cup with a rich aroma and delicate flavor.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/73876/25/73876-25-7813ac60d1b0ba68cb351142ce77456d-548×404.jpg ■Location: Murai Co., Ltd. 1st floor, 2-27-4 Kita-Otsuka, Toshima-ku, Tokyo ■Access Approximately 2 minutes walk from the north exit of Otsuka Station on the JR Yamanote Line Approximately 2 minutes walk from Otsuka Ekimae Station on the Toden Arakawa Line Approximately 9 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line “Shin-Otsuka Station” ■Business hours: 11:00-18:00 ■Store holidays: Sundays/Holidays ■Products: Specialty coffee, insoles, pads, room shoes, sneakers, etc. Free foot measurement ■Store area: Approximately 80 square meters ■Company profile Company name: Murai Co., Ltd. Founded: March 10, 1931 (Showa 6) Location: [Head Office] 2-27-4 Kitaotsuka, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-0004 Capital: 100 million yen Business details: Manufacture and sale of various parts and auxiliary materials for shoes, and shoe-related products for general consumers Official website: https://e-murai.jp/ Online shop: https://shoesfit.com/
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