Focusing on design, manufacturing, and materials that leverage each factory's strengths

"The men's shoe floor on the B1 level of Hankyu Men's Tokyo features prestigious brands such as long-established British shoemakers with over 100 years of history and Italian factory brands. Additionally, we are focusing on developing our own Hankyu original brands, for which we personally visit European factories to place orders," says buyer Shibasaki.

Regarding the designs we carry, "While it's difficult to generalize, we carefully select and offer designs, manufacturing methods, and materials that leverage each factory's strengths. Our price range is wide, from the 20,000 yen range to over 200,000 yen."

In terms of current trends, "With the increasing popularity of suits for business wear, the dominance of round toes seen in recent years is subsiding, and models with slightly longer lasts (shoe trees) and a glossy finish are gaining popularity. For casual wear, loafers and driving shoes continue to be popular. And at Hankyu Men's, we are paying attention to room shoes," he notes.

For Spring/Summer 2014, he is "paying attention to the men's collection from Sartore, a popular French boot brand with immense popularity in women's fashion," and recommends the brand's iconic Jodhpur boots again this season.

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Highlights from Hankyu Men's Tokyo B1F Shoe Floor and 4F Garage D.Edit

The Jodhpur boots, an iconic model from the French brand SARTORE that buyer Shibasaki highlights, are crafted from high-quality calf leather using the Blackrapid construction method, known for its lightness and flexibility. These robust yet stylish Jodhpur boots are already well-recognized among fashion enthusiasts.

Furthermore, at Garage D.Edit on the 4th floor, SPECTUSSHOECO.'s hybrid shoes are recommended – they look like dress shoes but feel like sneakers. Based on traditional dress shoe designs, they incorporate the Boa Technology lacing system from the US, allowing for instant on and off by adjusting a dial at the heel. This versatile shoe fuses a classic form with innovative function, suitable for both dressy and casual occasions.


Also available on the B1 floor are the long-selling Lunargrand Wingtip from Cole Haan, which combines an American classic long-wing upper with a lightweight "Lunarlon" sole for comfortable cushioning, and classic models from Santoni, featuring elegant side-lace designs and exquisite hand-painting, showcasing unique forms and designs.

On the 4th floor at Garage D.Edit, pay attention to the slim, elegant wingtips from foot the coacher, a shoe brand that uses the finest leather materials sourced globally and employs the most suitable construction methods for each design and material. Crafted from soft haircalf, these shoes feature a chic cheetah print, offering an edgy yet elegant impression.

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Shoe polishing, repair, and restoration for cracks and scratches – leave it all to us

The name Brift H comes from 'Brift,' an abbreviation for 'brighten footwear,' and 'H,' representing the initials of concepts like HAPPY, HANDMADE, HOME (where tired shoes return), and HOSPITAL. "Today, I will lecture on the general care methods for common leather, suede, and exotic leathers," says Hasegawa.

The true joy of shoe polishing is "nurturing your shoes."

The basic approach to leather shoe care, regardless of material, is "to remove dirt, replenish nourishment, and finally polish with wax." He likens it to, "When a woman wakes up in the morning, she washes her face, tones her skin with lotion and moisturizer, and then applies foundation."

"The key for all leather shoes is to wear them regularly. If you cherish them too much and keep them stored away in a shoe closet, they can develop mold or cracks. So, wearing them frequently is essential. As a guideline for care, if you wear them once a week, care for them once every two months; if you wear them two to three times a week, aim for once a month. The important point in shoe care is not to try to restore them to their original state, but to respect their individuality as they are worn, polished, and develop creases. This respect fosters attachment. Our job is to help you bring out the character of your shoes."

Even if you're not keen on shoe polishing, starting by gathering shoe care tools with the mindset of "nurturing your shoes" can be a good approach. This can become a uniquely masculine way to enjoy shoe care.

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