Japanese craftsmanship cannot be preserved simply by protecting tradition. It survives by being reinterpreted for the present—translated into new values that become part of everyday life, allowing each technique to be carried forward to future generations.

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This philosophy has long defined LASTFRAME. To coincide with the launch of its Autumn/Winter 2026 collection, the brand will host a POP-UP STORE from July 29 at the Handbags/Promotion space on the first floor of Isetan Shinjuku Main Building. Centered on its latest bags, the presentation offers an opportunity to experience LASTFRAME's contemporary interpretation of Japanese craftsmanship.

A Vision That Remains Unchanged

Earlier this year, LASTFRAME joined the Harizury Group, which also includes TSUCHIYA KABAN.

The partnership marks a new chapter in the brand's mission to preserve and pass on Japan's traditional craftsmanship to future generations on a more sustainable scale. At the same time, LASTFRAME has maintained its creative structure under designer Takahiro Okude, with its design philosophy and approach to craftsmanship remaining unchanged.

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The Autumn/Winter 2026 collection reflects that enduring vision, translating the brand's philosophy into a new series of products.

Translating Japanese Culture into Contemporary Design

Embedded within every LASTFRAME bag are techniques and aesthetic sensibilities that have been cultivated across Japan for generations.

Among this season's highlights is GRID, a series inspired by the knotting of traditional obi sashes. Reimagined through the brand's signature knitted bags, the three-dimensional grid pattern transforms a familiar cultural motif into a bold contemporary graphic.

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KASANE draws inspiration from Japan's traditional color palette and the refined concept of kasane no irome—layered color combinations historically found in Japanese dress. Its nuanced tones bring a quiet sense of depth to clean, minimalist forms.

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Meanwhile, the METALLIC series reinterprets Kyoto's centuries-old tradition of gold and silver threads within modern knitwear. The resulting subtle shimmer naturally bridges artisanal heritage with contemporary design.

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The CRAFTMADE series is hand-knitted piece by piece, combining the substantial presence of leather with the lightness unique to knit construction. It exemplifies LASTFRAME's approach to connecting traditional craftsmanship with contemporary lifestyles.

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Experience Autumn/Winter 2026 at the Pop-Up

Visitors to the Isetan Shinjuku POP-UP STORE will have the opportunity to experience the Autumn/Winter 2026 collection firsthand.

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The richness of the colors, the tactile quality of the materials, and the sculptural dimension of the knitted construction reveal themselves most fully in person. The event offers a closer look at how LASTFRAME translates Japanese craftsmanship into contemporary bags while presenting the brand's distinctive creative vision.

Carrying Tradition into the Future

LASTFRAME's ambition extends beyond preserving traditional techniques.

By reinterpreting obi knots, metallic threads, Japanese color traditions, and hand-knitting into contemporary products, the brand seeks to introduce these cultural expressions to new generations. It believes that this continuous process of reinterpretation is what allows craftsmanship to endure.

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Having entered a new phase with its participation in the Harizury Group earlier this year, LASTFRAME continues to move forward without compromising its creative philosophy. Through the Autumn/Winter 2026 collection, the brand reaffirms its commitment to bringing Japanese craftsmanship to a global audience.