In June 2023, the crowdfunding site "Makuake" launched a project called "No more wrinkled bags! Your unwavering partner, the long-loved business tote bag GEN"!

What is this popular business tote bag that achieved a crowdfunding success rate of 2442%? Let's take a closer look!

▶Through crowdfunding, we are also producing GEN's "fully custom-made products made in consultation with artisans"!
Here is the blog introducing the "Original GEN!" ordered by Mr. T, who lives in the Kanto region.

What is the GEN leather business tote bag?

In business situations , "looking good" not only makes a good first impression on customers, but also boosts your own self-confidence.

That's why Kawanishi Kaban has developed a highly functional business tote bag that is durable and resistant to deformation, meeting the standards of the past.

This simple yet heavy-duty genuine leather tote really shines when it's out of your hands. The straight handles accentuate the sturdy form and give it a luxurious feel.

Leather business tote bag GEN [Gen] | Three points of attention

Kawanishi Kaban, a company that continues to make business bags, would like to introduce three points that they focus on.

Particularity 1: Highly functional pockets

The biggest feature of this bag is the "divider pocket" in the center of the bag, which serves as both a divider and a pocket, allowing you to organize the contents of the bag.

By storing a heavy laptop in the divider pocket in the center of the bag, the center of gravity will be in the center of the bag, making the bag stable.

It also helps prevent the bag from losing its shape and helps it stand upright.

In addition, the bottom and sides of the divider pockets are filled with cushioning material to gently support precision machinery. This padding not only protects your belongings, but also helps the bag stand upright and increases its strength.

The pocket fabric is made of microfiber that gently protects your belongings, and the opening is made of the same genuine leather as the main body, increasing strength and adding a luxurious feel.

Particularity 2: Design

This bag has a beautiful shape, with a smooth body that connects to a angular base so that it can stand firmly on its own.
We arrived at this size through repeated trial and error to ensure that it would be able to hold everything you need.

The length of the handle was developed with particular attention to making it look beautiful even when carried over the shoulder.

Particularity 3: Carefully selected materials: Setouchi leather

"From Skin to Leather"
"Tanning" is the process of treating leather, which would otherwise rot, so that it can be used for a long time. There are various tanning methods, but the leather used for leather totes is "chrome tanned".
Leather is made by removing the proteins and fats from the skin using a chemical called chromium sulfate.
Compared to other tanning methods, it is lighter and less prone to aging, so we chose it as the main leather for our leather tote, which is designed to be durable and resistant to deformation.

Particularity 4: Detailed specifications

The bag has bottom studs to keep it looking beautiful for a long time, even in business situations where the bag is often placed on the floor.

If a bag without bottom studs is left on the floor for a long time, the bottom and four corners of the bag will rub against each other, causing them to get dirty or tear.

Usually, bottom studs are attached to all four corners, but when carrying heavy items in a business bag, the center can sink, which can lead to tears.

The leather tote has studs on the bottom in five places, including the four corners and the center. This is the commitment of Kawanishi Kaban, who aims to create products that will be loved for a long time.

This leather tote is designed to be durable and resistant to deformation, with sturdy cores in the body and bottom.

Usually, zippers on tote bags are placed facing downwards, but on this leather tote, the zipper is placed facing upwards.

By attaching it facing upwards, the zipper will fit snugly into the opening when you open it, making it easier to load and unload your belongings.

GEN, the business tote bag developed with the utmost care by Kawanishi Kaban, is back!

Leather business tote GEN now available for general sale!

Even after the crowdfunding campaign ended, we received many inquiries about a resale of GEN, and we have now decided to re-sell it!

December 15, 2023 (Friday) 18:00~
[General sale] Leather business tote / GEN
🚛After purchase, your order will be shipped in order.
It may not be possible to deliver in time for Christmas.
(Delivery may be delayed due to the busy end-of-year period, weather, and other circumstances.)

↓Leather business tote/GEN is available here♪ (Jump to crowdfunding page!)

*The sales page is currently under construction. Please see the crowdfunding page for details of the items. The crowdfunding campaign has now ended.

▶Through crowdfunding, we are also producing GEN's "fully custom-made products made in consultation with artisans"!
Here is the blog introducing the "Original GEN!" ordered by Mr. T, who lives in the Kanto region.