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Seeking to develop applications for wood, industrial designer Takumi Shimamura delivers this unique briefcase made of ecological thinned Japanese cedar. Designed to accommodate laptops, the bag has sturdy canvas edges and interior, a handle with leather covering, double zippers, and inner pockets. Because of the wood material, each bag is hand stitched. It has a water repellent finish and is easy to clean with a damp cloth. The bag can fit up to a 17" Powerbook.

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Unique wood design
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Lightweight
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No shoulder strap
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pricey, doesn't open wide
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This bag was designed by Takumi Shimamura in 2003. Shimamura is known for his innovative use of thinned cedar as an alternative material in unexpected applications. The laptop bag is a perfect example of his commitment to environmentally friendly products as well as stylish options for the "treehuggers" among us.

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4 comments about Takumi Shimamura Monacca Bag

1.  avatar Special K  Mar 01, 2007 1:08pm

This thing is sweet man. I could really use something like this to add some class to my business life. (Although the only thing I keep in my briefcase is a sleeve of crackers, a la Kramer)
2.  avatar Felipe  Mar 28, 2007 7:45pm

is that wood?
3.  avatar Omar  Mar 28, 2007 7:57pm

Yup!
4.  avatar raven6k  Aug 24, 2007 11:37pm

Charming and attractive but way too expensive!
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Key Features:

Manufacturer Takumi Shimamura
Price $265.00
Product Line Eco-Friendly
Release Date Jan. 1, 2003

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