What is the appeal of leather goods to you?

"The texture of leather feels good and lifts my mood a little every day."

"They are durable and long-lasting."

"They conform to your hand and are easy to use."

I'm sure you hear these kinds of opinions often.

At Munekawa, we believe that the charm of leather goods lies in the natural coexistence of all these qualities. Made with a simple design using minimal parts, they are timeless, durable, and easy to use. It is with this concept that we meticulously craft Munekawa products every day.

Munekawa's Shoehorn Keyring "Grid" is an item that encapsulates the charm of leather goods in a small, approximately 10g form. It's a simple keyholder, but its abundance of "the goodness of leather goods" is, I believe, why it has been loved for many years as a long-selling item.

While we've introduced Grid several times in our blog before, in today's blog, we'd like to delve again into Munekawa's Shoehorn Keyring Grid.

▶︎ Click here for the product page of the Shoehorn Keyring “Grid”

What is the Leather Keyring Grid?

A simple leather keyring with no special embellishments

Grid is a leather keyring characterized by its simple, curved design. It can hold 5 to 7 standard-sized keys, such as those for your home, workplace, or bicycle.

It measures 10.2 cm in height, 4.4 cm in width, and 0.8 cm in thickness, weighing approximately 10g. It's a size that doesn't bulk up your pockets on days when you're traveling light, and it's easy to carry in any situation, whether for work or leisure, and with any outfit.

Keyholders are often carried in pockets, so they tend to acquire fine scratches and the leather ages (patinas) quickly. While it's an unassuming item, it's a genuine leather product that allows you to enjoy watching its transformation, noticing "how much the color and luster of the leather have changed" in everyday moments.

It can also be used as a portable shoehorn.

Another major feature of Grid is that it can also be used as a shoehorn.

When putting on shoes, forcing your heel in or tapping your toes on the ground can damage your shoes more quickly. Using a shoehorn not only makes it easier to put on shoes but also helps extend their lifespan.

However, it seems that surprisingly many people don't have the habit of using a shoehorn when putting on shoes. Even if they have opportunities to take their shoes on and off outdoors, shoehorns are rarely provided, so perhaps it's unavoidable.

By carrying a portable shoehorn like the Grid, it becomes easier to naturally develop the habit of using a shoehorn when putting on shoes, which helps to extend the life of your favorite shoes.

If you usually feel a little stress or difficulty when putting on your shoes, please give it a try.

▶︎ Click here for the product page of the Shoehorn Keyring “Grid”

No hard core material. That's why it's easy to use and light.

Many general shoehorn keyholders are made of hard materials other than leather, or even if they are genuine leather products, they often contain metal plates or similar as core material.

On the other hand, Munekawa's Grid does not use such metal plates as core material; instead, it uses leather for the core. In other words, "the main body is made entirely of leather."

Some may feel anxious, wondering, "Is it strong enough without using hard material for the core?" or "Is it okay to use it as a shoehorn?" But please be assured.

Leather is inherently a strong and flexible material. While maintaining sufficient strength for use as a shoehorn, it gradually increases in flexibility, so it won't break like hard materials. In fact, the more you use it, the better it will fit your heel.

Additionally, by not using a metal plate as the core material, we've been able to create a lightweight and less bulky shape.

The more you use it, the more it becomes your own.

Buttero is a type of leather that gains luster and deepens in color with use. As you carry it with your keys and touch it every time you use it, the expression of the leather will gradually change.

The colors are 10 types: black, blue, green, red, brown, orange, purple, yellow, plain, and camel.

Since the leather is dyed with transparent colors, even the same color has slightly different expressions, so no two are exactly alike. The individual differences present from the start and the changes that occur through your own use gradually make it truly your own possession.

Even if used for the same number of years, the expression of aging varies greatly depending on the color. This enjoyment has led some customers to use several different colors themselves. It's also nice to choose a color based on your mood or outfit for the day.

Furthermore, because the price is affordable, it is often chosen for "small gifts," "unobtrusive thank-you presents," or as an accompaniment to chocolates on Valentine's Day.

An unassuming, yet leather-rich item

In today's blog, we introduced Munekawa's leather keyring Grid. It's a small, simple leather accessory, which makes it an easy item to incorporate into your daily life.

It is recommended for those who want to simplify their belongings, those who want to get into the habit of using a shoehorn, those looking for a small gift, and those who want to easily try out a genuine leather product for the first time.

▶︎ Click here for the product page of the Shoehorn Keyring “Grid”

At our directly managed store in Okokucho, Osaka, you can experience the texture, colors, and size of the leather firsthand. Please feel free to visit us.

▶︎Click here for details on Munekawa's directly managed store