Ringo Gamaguchi
Clasp Purse for appcycle
This product takes the shape of an apple because it is crafted from Ringo Tex, a synthetic leather derived from apple waste. Its dimensions are based on the size of a real small apple, emphasizing its origin. Its main feature is its slimness, not usually seen among clasp purses. This was achieved by adopting a sewing approach different from conventional purses, allowing the structure to remain thin. The intention was to create a product that can easily fit into bags or pockets, allowing coins and other small items to be carried smartly without adding much bulk.
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Ringo Gamaguchi Clasp Purse Press Releases
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Ringo Gamaguchi Clasp Purse Translations
Proudly offering Ringo Gamaguchi project translations in several languages: Knappveske NB, Borsa amb tampon OC, ପ୍ରାଥମିକ କାର୍ଯ୍ୟ: କ୍ଲାସ୍ପ ପର୍ସ OR, د کلپ بکس PS, کیف پول قفلدار FA, Funkcja podstawowa: Portmonetka z zatrzaskiem PL, Porta-Moedas com Fecho PT, ਪ੍ਰਾਇਮਰੀ ਫੰਕਸ਼ਨ: ਕਲੈਸਪ ਪਰਸ PA, Wisq'a Pulluku QU, Funcție Principală: Portofel cu Închidere RO, Кошелёк с фермуаром RU, Primary Function: Ato Tupe e Tapuni SM, कुञ्चिकाधृतमुद्राकोषः SA, Novčanik s kopčom SR, Primary Function: Chikwama Chinobata SN, کلاسپ پرس SD, මූලික කාර්යය: ක්ලැස්ප් පසුම්බිය SI, Primárna funkcia: Peňaženka so sponou SK, Denarnica z zaponko SL, Shaqada Aasaasiga ah: Boorso Qabsade SO, Mokotlana o Tsoasanngoang ST, Función Principal: Monedero con Cierre de Clip ES, Dompet Clasp SU, Primary Function: Mkoba wa Kufunga SW, Knäppportmonnä SV, Pitaka na may Clasp TL, Кошелёки класпдор TG, கிளாஸ்ப் பணப்பை TA, Төймәле янчык TT, క్లాస్ప్ పర్స్ TE, กระเป๋าใส่เหรียญแบบกดล็อก TH, ཁུག་མ་འཛིན་པའི་སྒམ་ཆུང་། BO, ናይ መትሓዚ ቦርሳ TI, Birincil İşlev: Kıskaçlı Cüzdan TR, Primary Function: Gysgyçly Gapjyk TK, Гаманець із застібкою-фермуаром UK, بنیادی فعل: کلاسپ پرس UR, Primary Function: قاپلىما ھەميان UG, Asosiy Vazifa: Qisqichli Hamyon UZ, Ví Khóa Bấm VI, Pwrs Clic CY, Beugelportemonnee FY, Isikhwama esivaleka ngokuqhotyoshelwa XH, פֿאַרשפּיל בײַטל YI, Iṣẹ́ Pàtàkì: Àpamọ́wọ́ Onígbálẹ̀ YO, Isikhwama Esivalwayo ZU, Knipbeursie AF, Portofol me Kapëse SQ, የመቆለፊያ የገንዘብ ቦርሳ AM, محفظة بمشبك AR, Կոճակավոր դրամապանակ HY, ক্লাস্প পাৰ্চ AS, Funksiya: Qarmaqlı Pul Kisəsi AZ, Oinarrizko Funtzioa: Kremaileradun Diru-zorroa EU, Асноўная функцыя: Кашалёк з зашчапкай BE, ক্ল্যাস্প পার্স BN, Novčanik sa kopčom BS, Primary Function: Портмоне с щракащо закопчаване BG, ကလစ်ပိုက်ဆံအိတ် MY, Moneder amb tanca de boqueta CA, Primary Function: Pitaka nga adunay Klasp CEB, Clasp Purse: Chikwama cha Chikwama NY, 搭扣零錢包 ZY, 搭扣零钱包 ZH, Funzione Primaria: Borsellinu cù chjusura CO, Novčanik s kopčom HR, Peněženka se sponou CS, Primær funktion: Knæppepung DA, Primaire functie: Beugelportemonnee NL, Klakmonujo EO, Klõpsuga rahakott ET, Ensisijainen toiminto: Lukollinen kukkaro FI, Porte-monnaie à fermoir FR, Sparán Claspa GD, Función Principal: Moedeiro con peche GL, საკეტიანი საფულე KA, Primärfunktion: Bügeltasche DE, Πορτοφόλι με Κούμπωμα EL, Vosa Mboty Ñeñapytĩva GN, ક્લેસ્પ પર્સ GU, Fonksyon Prensipal: Bous ak Fèmwa HT, Aljihun Kuɗi Mai Maɗauri HA, ʻEke Pihi HAW, ארנק תיק עם תפס HE, क्लैस्प पर्स HI, Lub Hnab Nyiaj Muaj Qhob HMN, Csatos pénztárca HU, Smelluveski IS, Obi Akpa Mmechi IG, Dompet Jepit ID, Sparán Lúbáin GA, Portamonete con Chiusura a Scatto IT, がま口財布 JA, Dompet Jepit JV, ಮುಖ್ಯ ಕಾರ್ಯ: ಕ್ಲ್ಯಾಸ್ಪ್ ಪರ್ಸ್ KN, Bekіткіш әмиян KK, កាបូបពាក់ខ្ទាស់ KM, Imifuka ifunga RW, 클래스프 동전지갑 KO, Erkê Sereke: Berîka Bi Dergûş KU, Чыкылдак баштык KY, ກະເປົ໋າເງິນແບບກິບ LO, Crumena Fibulata LA, Maciņš ar aizdari LV, Spaustuko piniginė LT, Knäipgeldbeidel LB, Паричник со копче MK, Kitapom-bola misy fanidiana MG, Fungsi Utama: Dompet Kancing MS, Primary Function: ക്ലാസ്പ് പേഴ്സ് ML, Borża bil-Klipp MT, Pūkoro Whakakapi MI, क्लॅस्प पर्स MR, Үндсэн үүрэг: Товчлууртай түрийвч MN, प्राथमिक कार्य: क्ल्यास्प पर्स NE, Knipsportemoné NO, Clasp Purse EN, tailored for your needs.
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Unique Properties
This clasp purse utilizes "Ringo-Tex" a bio-based leather developed by appcycle Inc. in Aomori, Japan's largest apple producing region. Around 20,000 tons of apple residue is produced each year, much of it discarded or incinerated, contributing to CO2 emissions. "Ringo-Tex" upcycles this waste into synthetic leather through a low-carbon stabilization process. Molded into a 3D apple form expressing it's origin uniting symbolism and craftsmanship while inviting participation in a sustainable society.
Tags
Apple, Apples, Aomori, Japan, Nippon, Bio-leather, Synthetic leather, coin case, purse, clasp purse, kiss-lock, push-lock, accessory, sustainability, vegan leather, appcycle, upcycle, ethical, multifunctional bag, circulation
Production Technology
The product is built from four key materials, a clasp frame, "Ringo Tex" bio based leather, an electroformed nameplate, and lining. While the clasp is standard, molding "Ringo Tex" is far more demanding than working with genuine leather and required six months of research. Stitching along the complex contours demonstrates Japanese craftsmanship. The gold seed motif, mass-produced by molding, defines the brand’s elegant identity.
Design Challenge
The greatest challenge in developing this product was achieving the bumpy texture and stitching applied to complement it. While embossing genuine leather is relatively easy due to it’s elasticity, plant-based synthetic leather is difficult to shape and sew because it lacks these properties. After six months of collaboration with multiple companies and testing we succeeded in creating the texture using a proprietary welder process. It is the product’s most charming yet challenging feature.
Project Duration
The Project was started in 2025 Aomori and was unveiled in Tokyo in January 2026 as the debut product of the Golden Seed brand. It was exhibited and sold at a one month pop up store held at BEAMS JAPAN from January 29th to February 25th of 2026. For the next phase the team plans to launch a crowdfunding campaign followed by expansion into online platforms and retail stores both in Japan and internationally.
Operation Flow
A clasp purse with a push lock to store and carry small items such as coins, AirTags and SD cards.
Research
Ringo-Tex is created by processing apple residue into power and using it as a raw material, reducing petroleum-based inputs in manufacturing by 72 - 74%. This approach lowers the dependence on finite fossil resources and decreases environmental impact. It maintains the durability and water resistance comparable to existing synthetic leather, offering a upcycled next-generation bio-based material that balances sustainability with practical performance.
Inspiration
This product is the first release of "Golden Seed" a brand created to embody appcycle's philosophy of "circulation". With the concept of "sowing regenerative seeds and facing a golden future" it expresses Aomori's identity it's apples in a cute, friendly, and accessible way. With refined construction intricate and meticulous stitching reflect the depth of Japanese craftsmanship.
Project Overview
Ringo Gamaguchi Clasp Purse has been a Bronze winner in the Fashion and Travel Accessories Design award category in the year 2025 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
Image Credits
For design images and photos please credit Yutaro Kumagai.
Bronze Recognition
Yutaro Kumagai was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2026, a testament to excellence of their work Ringo Gamaguchi Clasp Purse.
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Yutaro Kumagai's Ringo Gamaguchi Wins Bronze at A' Design Award for Sustainable Apple-Inspired Purse
Tokyo, Japan - January 2026 - Designer Yutaro Kumagai has unveiled the Ringo Gamaguchi, a clasp purse crafted from upcycled apple residue, as the debut product of the Golden Seed brand. Launched at BEAMS JAPAN, this innovative accessory merges Aomori's apple heritage with eco-friendly materials, earning the Bronze A' Design Award for its creative approach to sustainability and craftsmanship.
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