Business bag | SIWA

SIWA Briefcase (Business Bag)
Design: Naoto Fukasawa
Manufacturer: Onao Co., Ltd. Ichikawamisato
Material: Naoron
Color: Black, Terracotta
Features: Inner pocket; zipper closure; cross-stitched reinforcement on the handle; reinforced fabric handles and reinforced, padded bottom. Water and tear resistant, durable and lightweight.
Dimensions: H 35 x W 27 x D 10 cm
Made in Japan

The simple and practical SIWA business bag is an ideal companion for work, commuting, travel, or studying in the library. It offers enough space for essential items, including a laptop. Stylish and understated, the bag is lightweight and complements any outfit. Its surface texture is reminiscent of paper, yet the material is very robust and water-resistant.

SIWA is a collaboration between the traditional washi paper manufacturer ONAO and the renowned industrial designer Naoto Fukasawa. SIWA means “folding” and is read backwards as washi (literally: “Japanese paper”), both characteristics of SIWA products.
These durable and stylish pieces are made from Naoron, a special type of paper developed by ONAO, consisting of a blend of wood pulp and synthetic fibers. It has the characteristic texture of paper but does not tear as easily and is extremely water-resistant.
ONAO was founded in 1974 in Ichikawa Misato, Yamanashi Prefecture. The area is known for its over 1000-year history of papermaking. ONAO is a leader in the traditional production of Japanese paper and remains innovative through new creations such as the SIWA collection.

Naoto Fukasawa (born 1956) is an internationally renowned industrial designer. In the West, he is particularly known for his product design for the Japanese retail company Muji, as well as for his collaborations with companies such as Herman Miller, Alessi, and HAY.