Sashiko Santoku Pouch [Medium] : E

2026-04-07T17:48:26+09:00

Type: Japanese Traditional Crafts
Price: 100.00

A beautifully handcrafted small 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 [E] features the Uroko-sashi pattern which refers to a traditional sashiko pattern made up of repeating triangular shapes that resemble fish or snake scales.

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Measurements: Approximately 15cm W × 13cm H / " W x " H (when folded)

Materials: [Fabric] cotton (vintage indigo-dyed)
[Thread] Cotton sashiko thread (indigo-dyed)
[Cord] Natural fiber

The pouch has a linen cord to wrap around to close/open

Each pouch is completely unique