A Japanese brass hardware manufacturer guided by the motto “Pursuit of Beauty.”
Kamishiraishi’s handcrafted pieces are favored by many designer brands for their quality and character.
Unlike mass-produced machine casting, each item is meticulously made by skilled artisans, embodying a warmth and charm that only handcrafted work can offer.
They primarily produce and sell metal fittings for bags, belts, wallets, shoes, and more.
In addition to offering ready-made items such as rings and hooks, Kamishiraishi also specializes in custom-made pieces tailored to clients’ specific needs.
“I always ask myself, ‘How can I make it better?’”
At Kamishiraishi, we believe it is our responsibility to continuously learn and be inspired by beauty and craftsmanship every day, so that we can deliver even better products tailored to our customers’ needs.
We take pride in being one of the industry leaders in both product variety and technical expertise.
We are confident that you will find something truly satisfying among our collection of brass castings.
— As stated on the Kamishiraishi brand page
A metal cherished by both Eastern and Western cultures since ancient times.
Used in everything from interior decor and equestrian gear to door handles, brass is known for its soft sheen and warm tone.
It’s a uniquely captivating material that develops a distinctive patina over time, enhancing its charm with age.
A process in which molten metal, heated to high temperatures, is poured into a mold to form a shape.
There are various types of molds—such as metal, plaster, and sand molds.
At Kamishiraishi, all brass castings are made using traditional sand molds.
Unlike automated manufacturing methods that rely on fixed molds, each piece is carefully crafted by hand, one at a time, by skilled artisans at every stage of the process.
While this method can increase costs, the warmth and gentle character of handmade products far outweigh the tradeoff.
An art form that has fascinated people throughout history.
Kamishiraishi brings this time-honored technique into the world of modern fashion, producing a wide variety of metal fittings using brass castings.
We’re confident that within our collection, you’ll find pieces that perfectly meet your needs.