First-Ever Store at Hankyu Umeda Main Store. Popular Bag Brand "Kawanishi Kaban" with 140,000 YouTube Subscribers to Hold Pop-Up Store. Featuring Products Only Available in Kagawa/Tokyo, Plus Early Release Items

Kawanishi Kaban to Hold Pop-Up Store at Hankyu Umeda Main Store

Kawanishi Kaban (Kawanishi Kaban Product Co., Ltd. / Representative: Atsushi Kawanishi), a bag brand based in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, primarily selling online, will open its first pop-up store at Hankyu Umeda Main Store in Osaka. This is an opportunity to see and feel the texture of the materials and the size of the products, which are difficult to convey through an e-commerce site. It is also a rare chance to see Kawanishi Kaban products, which are usually only available in their Kagawa/Takamatsu and Tokyo/Kagurazaka stores, directly in the Umeda area of Osaka. Please stop by. The event will run from July 15 to July 21, 2026. A limited quantity of special purchase benefits will also be available.

Topic Summary

- First pop-up store opening at Hankyu Umeda Main Store

- Chance to see products outside of e-commerce/Kagawa/Tokyo

- Primarily selling made-in-Japan canvas products

- Offering products available earlier than anywhere else

- Special stickers for purchasers (limited quantity)

Example Products: In addition to canvas bags, leather accessories will also be sold.

◆ Early Release Item

Available in 4 colors: Red / Olive / Greige / Ecru

Atelier Boston macaroni

This new mini Boston bag, launching exclusively at the Osaka pop-up store, offers more storage than its appearance suggests. It's a smaller version of the popular drum Boston travel bag, adapted for everyday use.

It can comfortably hold essentials for a day out, such as a 500ml water bottle, a long wallet, a smartphone, a pouch, and a hand towel. A spacious pocket on the back is convenient for storing items you want to access quickly, like your smartphone or small accessories.

◆ Touch and Feel! Classic Items

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Atelier Tote abb

A smart yet large-capacity tote bag that you can use without worry every day. With a built-in base, it maintains its shape even when loaded, and the magnetic closure allows for smooth access to your belongings.

The main body is made of fine and durable canvas material, Atelier (formerly Otona Canvas). It has been paraffin-treated for water repellency, making it ideal for daily use. The brand also focuses on a gentle touch, carefully polishing the corners that are frequently touched.

Atelier Tote grabe

This highly storage-efficient bag features a total of 13 pockets, large and small, for organizing various items. Made from thick canvas material, it is resistant to losing its shape and can be used for a long time.

The handles are designed to be slightly longer, allowing it to be carried not only on the arm but also comfortably on the shoulder, making it easy to carry even on days with many belongings. The handles are made of Tochigi leather, which offers a soft feel and is comfortable to hold. You can also enjoy the aging process, as it develops a deeper color and luster with use.

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◆ Pop-Up Store Details

Location: Hankyu Umeda Main Store, 8th Floor, Promotion Space 81

Dates: July 15 (Wed) - July 21 (Tue), 2026 Hours: 10:00 - 20:00

Address: 8-7 Kakuta-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8350

Products for Sale: Primarily Kawanishi Kaban's classic canvas products. Atelier Boston macaroni available for early release. Special Offer: A special sticker exclusive to this event will be given to purchasers.

* Items for sale other than early release items are subject to change without notice.

[Representative Profile]

Atsushi Kawanishi, Representative Director of Kawanishi Kaban Product Co., Ltd.

Atsushi Kawanishi

Representative Director of Kawanishi Kaban Product Co., Ltd. Started a bag manufacturing business in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture. Feeling the limitations of long-term subcontracting, he launched his own brand, "Kawanishi Kaban." After facing a business crisis, he launched the YouTube channel "Kawanishi Kaban no Kyujitsu" (Kawanishi Kaban's Holiday) as a last-ditch effort. As he shared behind-the-scenes looks at bag making and his daily life as a craftsman, his subscriber count surpassed 140,000. He established a direct-to-consumer model centered on online sales, building a customer base nationwide as a brand originating from a rural area and from craftsmen. Author of "How a Small Bag Shop Built Its Own Brand" (Byakuya Shobo).

[Company Overview]

Company Name: Kawanishi Kaban Product Co., Ltd.

Location: 384-15 Ota-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture

Phone: 087-880-8079

Stores: Takamatsu Main Store, Tokyo Kagurazaka Store

Official Online Shop: https://shop.kawanishikaban.com/