Craft Sha

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Overview

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 LinePositioningPrice 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 TextbooksInstructional 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

Sources (3)
  1. https://www.goodsjapan.com/brands/craft-sha
  2. http://www.craftsha.co.jp/en/index.html
  3. https://craftsbylittlebear.com/collections/craft-sha