Craft Sha
ActiveOverview
Craft Sha Co., Ltd. manufactures leathercraft tools, leather chemicals, and operates a leathercraft school. Based in Tokyo, Japan, it engages in production, wholesale, export, import of leathercraft items, school management, and textbook publishing. It remains a family business with its own factory in Japan.12
History
Craft Sha was founded in 1964 in Japan. It has operated as a family business, producing leathercraft tools at its own factory. The company runs leathercraft schools, including Craft Gakuen, and maintains stores in Tokyo and Chiba.12
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Leathercraft Tools (edge punches, strap end tools) | Precision tools for leather edging and cutting | $20 - $100 |
| Leather Chemicals (dyes, finishes) | Supplies for leather treatment and coloring | $10 - $50 |
| Leathercraft Textbooks | Instructional materials for leatherworking education | $15 - $40 |
Manufacturing
Products are manufactured at their own factory in Japan. The company handles production in-house as a family business.1
Notable Products
- English Point Strap End Punch Edge Tool - Tool for creating precise strap ends in leathercraft.
- Edge Bevelers - Tools for smoothing and rounding leather edges.
- Leather Dyes and Finishes - Chemicals for coloring and protecting leather surfaces.
Reputation
Craft Sha is regarded by leathercraft enthusiasts as a producer of quality, reliable tools made in Japan. Professionals value its in-house manufacturing and educational resources like schools and textbooks. It holds a strong position in the Japanese leathercraft community with limited criticisms noted in available sources.123