What is Scotch Grain?

Scotch Grain is a brand of leather shoes produced by Hirokawa, a Japanese manufacturer. The company is known for its dedication to the craftsmanship and materials used in its footwear. The shoes are entirely produced in their own factory in Sumida, Tokyo, where they focus primarily on the creation and sale of business shoes and men's shoes.

The production method employed is the "Goodyear welt construction," which is often regarded as one of the most complex and challenging techniques for mass production. However, it is chosen intentionally because of its superior comfort and the way it molds to the foot over time. This method requires high skill from craftsmen, and the company hires many skilled artisans daily to create these shoes.

The brand places great importance on using premium materials such as "upper leather," "lining leather," "midsole," "shank," "wooden lasts," "outsoles," and "insoles," carefully sourced from around the world to ensure top-quality products.

As a result, there are few factories worldwide that use the Goodyear welt method, and the daily production volume is notably lower compared to other manufacturing methods such as cementing or the McKay method. While the Goodyear welt method has its weaknesses in terms of production efficiency, its exceptional comfort and the unique fit it provides over time are irreplaceable features.

The "ASSURANCE" series uses "Himeji" calf leather from Japan for the upper and "CMC" Co. Ltd. from Italy for the midsole and outsole. By observing the meticulous stitching and craftsmanship from Japan, you will experience the dedication that goes into each shoe. We invite you to try them for yourself.