Sashiko Santoku Bag [Medium] : C

A beautifully handcrafted pouch made from vintage aizome (indigo-dyed) fabric, featuring traditional Japanese sashiko embroidery. Each piece is meticulously hand-stitched by ITOTSUZURI, showcasing timeless design and exquisite craftsmanship.

Inspired by the santoku bukuro—a traditional Japanese cloth bag made by folding and sewing a single piece of fabric—this version is both charming and durable. Once used for carrying everyday essentials, the Santoku Bag brings the spirit of Japanese handcraft into modern daily life.

The name santoku bukuro translates to “three benefits pouch” or “three-purpose bag.” With roots in the Edo period (1603–1868), these simple yet clever pouches were commonly used to carry small personal items in daily life.

The medium-size pouches are perfectly sized to fit a passport and other small items such as keys, cosmetics, and more.

This design [C] features the Hana-kikkō pattern which is a floral variation of the tortoiseshell motif, symbolizing longevity and good fortune.

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• Measurements: Approximately 16cm H × 19.5cm W / 6.2" H x 7.6" W (when folded)
• Materials: [Fabric] cotton (vintage indigo-dyed)
  [Thread] Cotton sashiko thread
  [Cord] Cotton (indigo dyed)
• The pouch has a linen cord to wrap around to close/open
• Each pouch is completely unique
• Handcrafted in Japan
  

WAHT IS SASHIKO?
*Sashiko is a type of traditional Japanese embroidery/stitching which dates back to the Edo period (1603–1867) - a technique that was born out of practical necessity in northern Japan where many people were extremely poor and winters were too harsh for cotton to grow. To extend the lifespan of clothes, a worn-out piece was stitched with layers of old cloth to increase strength with this durable embroidery. 

To learn more about Sashiko we highly recommend SASHIKO BOOK

ABOUT THE MAKER
ITOTSUZURI tells the story and culture of Shonai Sashiko* from a design point of view through their creations of precious textile crafts with sashiko work. ITOTSUZURI adopts the traditional and cultural background and aesthetic into a modern lifestyle while considering the ways for craft making towards establishing the Sound Material-Cycle Society in the age of abundance. 
*One of the three major styles of sashiko, originated in Shonai region in Yamagata prefecture.

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