A Japanese designer’s vision of heritage American footwear, known for its artisanal, hand-sewn moccasin construction.
ORIGIN
United States
PRICE TIER
premium
Founded in 1989 by Japanese designer Yuki Matsuda, Yuketen merges traditional American craft with a meticulous, global perspective. What began as a moccasin-focused concept has evolved into a full range of footwear and accessories, all guided by Matsuda's obsession with vintage Americana and uncompromising quality. The brand is celebrated for its hand-sewn moccasin construction, a labor-intensive process performed by skilled artisans in Maine, USA. This dedication to heritage techniques is paired with a worldly approach to materials, sourcing premium leathers from renowned tanneries like America's Horween, alongside fine suedes from Italy and vegetable-tanned leathers from Mexico.