Hender Scheme drawstring bag
When choosing things, I am drawn to a "comfortable sense of strangeness." When I hear the name Hender Scheme, I think of leather, including tanned leather, and this drawstring bag made with tulip textile is a product that fits that description perfectly.
The muted tones of the all-over pattern make it easy to style, and it can be used as a sacoche, so it's handy when traveling or taking photos. I also have the classic grained leather version, but the fabric version has a more beautiful shape with a drawstring.
NEEDLES x Koshu Inden wallet
Koshu Inden is a traditional craft from my hometown of Yamanashi. The first wallet I bought was a special order from NEEDLES.
This lucky charm features a crane and turtle motif lacquered onto purple deerskin, typical of NEEDLES. It's been around for about 15 years, and the pattern has almost completely peeled off. It was badly faded after being caught in a heavy rain at the Asagiri JAM one day, but every time I pick it up, it reminds me of my hometown.
He admires his local elder brother, Shimizu Keizo, the representative of NEPENTHES and designer of NEEDLES, as a stylish man who looks good in a Koshu Inden drawstring pouch.
Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth speaker
I use these circular speakers on the second floor of my house. Apparently, two speakers are enough to output from left and right, but I'm amazed at the immersive sound they can provide with just one. The contrast between this beautiful design and its dustproof and waterproof construction is irresistible.
I'd like to say that I'm enjoying my holidays listening to NTS, but the most memorable use of these artistic and minimalist speakers was during a location shoot in Kagoshima. I'll never forget listening to Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi 's music as Sakurajima was bathed in the sunset.
SandWaterr sunshade cap
As a former high school baseball player, I can handle the heat, but the recent strong sunlight has been tough on me. My performance during my weekend runs has also been declining. This sun hat is an essential item for me in the merciless heat.
The garment is quick-drying, cool to the touch, and UV-blocking, but the designer, Toshiya Kanno, is a cyclist and has training as a habit, so it's clear that the design is backed by the creator's own real-life experience.
