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Masayuki Kaneko
Born in 1983 in Ōkawa, Fukuoka. Drawn to drawing since childhood and, through an interest in fashion, entered the world of men’s footwear. Founder of Masayuki Kaneko Shoemaker.
After working in men’s shoe retail, he decided to pursue shoemaking in earnest, inspired by artisans he met while traveling.
He studied the fundamentals at a footwear school in Asakusa, then spent about ten years gaining diverse experience: handmade-shoe workshops, teaching, and outsole work for manufacturers.
In September 2019 he moved back to Fukuoka and founded the atelier “Masayuki Kaneko Shoemaker.” He now continues his work at his studio in Higashi-ku, Fukuoka.
Alongside his craft, he leads The Makers Guild to promote making culture and cultivate the next generation.
The Makers Guild — Launch Notification
Leather craftsman Masayuki Kaneko is launching The Makers Guild, a community for makers and fans.
Making is often a succession of solitary hours, stitch by stitch. That is why we want to share techniques, sourcing, and industry trends in a reliable way—not just by word of mouth—and build a supportive cycle between artisans and fans. With The Makers Guild, we aim to carry tradition forward while creating value for today, support individual creations, and connect fans with makers.
Would you like to join the beginning of this new cycle? For those passionate about leathercraft, it can be a place to discover new possibilities; for fans, a place to hear real voices and the latest updates from makers.
If you’re interested, please register for launch notifications (a free plan is available). Details of benefits and pricing for free/paid plans will be announced once the launch date (planned around year-end) is set.
Press & Sponsorship Information
“The Makers Guild” is an international community site that shares craft and shoe culture. Our blog is published in seven languages, bringing the charm of shoe culture to readers worldwide. We are currently welcoming press interview requests and sponsorships from partners who support our mission. For details or inquiries, please feel free to contact us.