Tourist spot Asakusa’s another face
Explore leather town/shoe town
As Sensouji / Kaminarimon as the center, Moto-Asakusa/ Oku-Asakusa …actually, the area is rather large.
A city where tradition of craftsmanship exists that is different from our familiar tourist site. Take a walk and travel around the leather town/shoes town where craftsmen built history. Visit the shops in the alley to discover the old and new Asakusa.
Atelier&shop of an old wallet manufacturer that was established in 1899. Their historical machines are photogenic as well as their leather goods.
Popular for the buffing series that uses 4 layers of Tochigi tanned leather and pigment which you can enjoy the aging process.
Moto-Asakusa atelier YAMATOU
(Toei Oedo line Shin-Okachimachi station 3min walk)
https://shop-yamatou.com/
1-7-9 Moto-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
03-3841-6885 (For purchase by phone or inquiries please call 03-5246-4336)
Open Mon～Fri 10:00～17:00 (Lunch break 12:00～13:00)
Close Sat/Sun/Holidays (Closed on New year holiday)
5min walk
A private brand by an old belt manufacturer that carries various designs. Items in boxes are convenient for storage.
They also carry bags, wallets, and leather accessory goods. The wash leather series have a vintage touch and smooth texture.
ANNAK SHOP
(Toei Oedo line Shin-Okachimachi station 8min walk)
https://www.mitakesangyo.co.jp/
3-20-12 Moto-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
03-3845-5287
Open Wed&Sat 11:00～17:00
20min walk / Train 15min
ROLLING DUB TRIO’s boots can be worn for a long time while maintaining. Wide variation is overwhelming!
They have wild men’s boots as well as women’s sandals. The designs with presence also meet the needs of each customer.
THE BOOTS SHOP
(Toei Asakusa line/Tokyo metro Ginza line Asakusa station 3 min walk)
http://www.craftbank.net/contact/index.html
2-3-3 Hanakawado, Taito-ku, Tokyo
03-6802-8083
Open Mon/Fri～Sun 13:00～20:00 (Mon/Fri opens at 15:00)
