York and Tsuchiya Kaban. Leather goods that reinterpret vintage styles, created by two brands that refuse to compromise when it comes to craftsmanship.

YOKE has steadily gained a following by carefully capturing the essence of materials and the spirit of the times, and translating them into contemporary products.

This time, we’re teaming up with “TSUCHIYA KABAN,” a brand operated by Tsuchiya Kaban Seisakusho, which has been crafting leather goods for many years. The collaboration has resulted in a collection of leather goods inspired by vintage pieces.

First up is the “Earphone Case Necklace,” which you can wear just like a piece of jewelry. It’s an item that lets you store your earphones in a small leather case and carry them around like a necklace.

Earphone Case Necklace ¥ 27,500

What sets it apart is its understated elegance. By positioning the fasteners so they are hidden from view, the design creates a beautiful silhouette where the curves flow seamlessly from the top to the bottom.

By repeatedly applying edge paint and polishing the piece while it is assembled in three dimensions, we achieve a finish so smooth that the seams between the parts are virtually invisible. Even in these small products, the precision leathercraft techniques of *Tsuchiya Bags* are fully realized.

Another item is the “Camera Bag,” which is based on a vintage camera bag I bought at a thrift store in Paris.

Camera Bag ¥74,800

While retaining a classic look, we combine the school backpack-making techniques cultivated by “Tsuchiya Bag Manufacturing” to craft bags that fit modern lifestyles.

The magnets are positioned so they are invisible from the front, creating a minimalist form with flowing curves. The back features cushioning inspired by the technology used in school backpacks, which helps soften the impact on the body. Furthermore, subtle design details—such as making the curved parts slightly different in size on the inside and outside—ensure the bag stands upright beautifully, though these nuances are not immediately apparent.

By stripping the design down to its absolute essentials, the quality of the materials and craftsmanship truly shines through. This quiet masterpiece is the result of a fusion between the meticulous product design characteristic of and the craftsmanship of .