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Yusuke Omori Makes One-of-a-Kind Shoes in Kobe

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The website of a one-person Kobe atelier offering bespoke leather shoes, a more accessible casual-order line, shop visits, and travelling order events.

Why it surfaced

This is a rare glimpse of a small craft business with a clear point of view: the full-order service starts with the customer's feet and builds a new last and pattern from scratch. The site also documents exhibitions, regional pop-ups, and the maker's effort to bring handmade shoes closer to everyday customers.

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