Hand-Painted Yuzen Order-Made Notebook Cover - By Mashashige Uenaka

Price: ¥92,400 (tax included)
Made-to-order | Production Time: approx. 6–12 months 

✨ Product Overview

Crafted by master artisan Masashige Uenaka, this custom notebook cover applies the classic Kyoto hand-painted Yuzen dyeing technique to leather—transforming a daily accessory into a unique piece of wearable art. Each order is made according to your preferences in design, color, and motif. 

🎨 What Makes It Special

Your design: You can request 柄 (motif), 色合い (color palette) and “feel” of the pattern—whether more traditional or modern style. 

Unique process: Uenaka himself sketches the rough draft (小下絵), then drafts full-size design, transfers to leather and hand-paints every detail. Gold outline accents may also be added. 

Material: Uses “タンロー” leather (veg-tan leather), which develops patina with use. Each cover will gain character over time. Small natural marks, veins, or wrinkles in the leather are embraced as part of its personality. 

🛠 Details & Specifications

Material: Veg-tan leather (タンロー) suitable for Yuzen dyeing

Customization: Design and color requests accepted with consultation; note that some designs may be difficult or technically not feasible. 

Time: 6 to 12 months, depending on design complexity and artisan workload. 

Order Procedure:

1. 1. Contact with your notebook size (e.g. B6, etc.) + design idea + any reference images. 

   2. Sketching phase (小下絵, rough draft) via email-consultation. 

   3. Full scale design, then leather painting stage. Customer is shown progress and color adjustments.

   4. Final completion and delivery.

Payment & Terms:
  • No refunds once production starts due to custom nature 

🎁 Who It’s For & How To Enjoy

This notebook cover is perfect for someone who wants something personal and artistic—ideal to use daily, keep as a cherished travel journal, or gift to someone who loves craftsmanship. It’s a way to carry a piece of Kyoto’s tradition wherever you go.