Masterpiece Boutique and Coffee Shop

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Master-Piece is another of the great design stores that one should visit while in Kyoto. MasterPiece specializes in waterproof bags; thoroughly designed with all the correct compartments, straps, and details.

Master-Piece started as a company dedicated to creating all-weather gear for sailors and marine workers.  Then, adapting to the times by including consumer goods.  All made with impeccable Japanese quality.

This falls, once again, into the 'should've, would've, could've' category, where we regret not purchasing one of the expensive yet excellent-value shoulder bags.  Yes, they are not cheap, but that is precisely the point.  This is an item that will last and serve you well for years to come.

If for nothing else, visit the store in Kyoto for its small cafe with a view of a fantastic garden and enjoy a delicious green tea latte :)

There are also outposts in Tokyo and Osaka, and the bags are available in luxury department stores throughout Japan.

Master-Piece 
(81) 75.231.6828 
区三条通富小路東入中之町 26 Nakagyo-ku Kyōto, 〒 604-8083, Japan 
www.master-piece.co.jp