clasp purse
clasp purse
One day, I happened to pick up a purse and found its weight felt surprisingly good. The wire that fits snugly in the palm of my hand, the sound it makes when it snaps shut, and the hint of its contents transmitted through the fabric. A purse is more than just a wallet. It is a small tool that holds memories and organizes your daily life.
1. What is called a clasp?
The sound of a "click" gives a strange sense of security. It's like the sound of a lock being turned or a door being closed, the sound of something being protected. Many people probably remember the sound of the clasp purse their grandmother used when they were children.
At WABISUKE, we believe that this "sound memory" is one of the charms of clasps. Sound is invisible, but it certainly stays in your mind.
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2. Kindness in the form
There is something motherly about the comfort of a clasp purse. Its cornerless shape releases tension in the person who holds it, giving a sense of security that makes you want to stroke it naturally.
WABISUKE's purses are individually handmade by artisans in Kyoto. From the selection of fabric to sewing and the attachment of metal fittings, every step is done by hand.
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3. Use it however you like
Gamaguchi pouches can be used not only as wallets, but also as accessory cases, medicine cases, and small amulet pouches. Some WABISUKE customers keep things like pebbles they picked up on their travels or origami paper given to them by their children. What people put inside varies depending on their lifestyle and values. Gamaguchi pouches are soft vessels that gently encase the "important things" of their owner.
We call our purses "little temples of everyday life." The things we put inside don't have to be very expensive. They should be things that others don't understand the value of, but that are irreplaceable to us.
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4. Connecting cultures across time
The origins of the clasp purse date back to the Meiji period. Western clasp techniques were introduced to Japan during this time, and were adapted to suit traditional Japanese clothing. For over 100 years, the clasp purse has continued to thrive in people's lives, changing shape as it adapts to the changing times.
At WABISUKE, we place great importance on this "inheritance and reinterpretation of culture." By consulting with traditional techniques and materials and determining designs and functions that suit modern life, we propose clasps as "tools for living in the present."
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5. Living with a clasp
A clasp purse is not flashy, but it is certainly a presence that quietly supports you in your daily life.
People who have purchased a WABISUKE clasp have said things like, "Every time I use it, I feel more at ease," and "Just having it in my bag makes me feel safe." Perhaps this is because the clasp has transcended its function as an "object" and has become something of a source of comfort for the soul.
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It embodies memories, transcends cultures, and brings a little peace of mind to everyday life. WABISUKE hopes to continue to carefully nurture the "invisible value" of clasps.
A purse that will gently accompany you in your daily life.