The cryptic design featured on this handy cotton sack is あ, the first letter of the Japanese alphabet, pronounced "a." The writing style is borrowed from the Edo period, when it was used by local fire brigades to identify themselves. The sack features an indigo cloth covering over a striped inner lining. It's ideal for carrying all sorts of items securely. HAND MADE IN JAPAN
The craftsman who devotes his extraordinary talents to passing the stylish flair of yesteryear on to the generation of today is Kinya Takahashi. Find out more about Kinya Takahashi here.