[POCHETTE] SARAMAS | KOUSHU INDEN (LACQUERED DEERSKIN CRAFTS)| INDEN-YA 金属 *Oil or dark-colored substances may

*Oil or dark-colored substances may soak into the stone and stain it

or lightly polish it with a soft sponge and a neutral detergent

After studying under Western painter Nabesaburo Kito and Susumu Fukuyama at the YAG Drawing Institute

The surface is hand-carved and uneven by skilled craftsmen

[POCHETTE] SARAMAS | KOUSHU INDEN (LACQUERED DEERSKIN CRAFTS)| INDEN-YA 金属 *Oil or dark-colored substances mayKoichi Asakawa The design of this pochette is exotic and has a strong presence. The "Salamas" design is uniquely based on the damask weave pattern developed during the Eastern Roman Empire. It is made of glazed deerskin dyed with ivory chintz and dark brown lacquer. It features a geometric pattern of plants. Ancient European patterns, craftsmanship passed down in Japan, and modern sensibilities have come together over time. The handbag strap and