About Antico Leather
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Hitoe® Fold - Antico
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Concept
A mini wallet for enjoying hands-free outings.
"I want to go out light and hands-free." To make that wish come true, we packed innovation into a palm-sized design.
Not only is it thin and small, but banknotes can be stored without folding.
It slips into your pocket and is so comfortable you'll forget it's there.
Left-handed models are available for all colors.
About Antico Leather
Aging Pull-up Leather That Tells Time
The leather used for Antico is a pull-up leather with an antique feel, produced by the prestigious Monteverdi tannery in Tuscany, Italy.
Its surface has a subtle nubuck-like texture with a refined matte finish. As you use it, the texture smooths out, and the leather gains a rich luster and deeper color.
| Characteristics of Pull-up Leather
The leather contains deeply infused oil, which shifts when bent, temporarily lightening the bent area—this is known as the pull-up effect. You can rub the area with your finger to restore the original color.
The lightly buffed surface also means that small scratches can be blended in by rubbing with your finger, making them less noticeable.
Technology
Innovative ideas × Craftsman's delicate touch
｜Patented "Inner Hook" Technology
A patented technology based on a new concept that uses the card itself as a fastener. By not using any metal fittings, we have achieved a thin and flat design. If the wallet is closed incorrectly, it will not open, so there is no worry of coins accidentally spilling out.
｜Balancing storage capacity and thinness
With the "Hitoe® structure," which arranges cards, coins, and banknotes side-by-side without overlapping, we achieved surprising thinness without sacrificing storage capacity. The overlapping layers of leather are also kept to a maximum of 5.
Even with ample storage for 10 banknotes, 10 coins, and 6 cards, the thickness is only 13mm.
Design
Timeless, comfortable simplicity
｜Nature's law of beauty
We incorporated the beautiful harmony of nature, depicted by the Fibonacci sequence, into the wallet's proportions.
Each time you hold it, you'll feel a balanced beauty that resonates with your heart.
｜Aesthetics in every detail
Delicate stitching, carefully polished leather edges, and fine lines along the borders.
We pursued beauty down to the smallest detail.
To pursue simplicity, the embossing is hidden under the card
｜Details that achieve both thinness and compactness
We also focused on the design of the edges. The bottom edge, which is the thickest part, is sewn on the outside to maintain thinness, while the sides are wrapped inward for a compact finish.
Furthermore, while pursuing thinness, we have given the leather sufficient thickness, valuing the original texture of the leather.
｜Beauty completed solely by leather
There are no metal fittings or flaps. Just a simple design that uses only leather to hold things. Its minimalist design means it won't catch on anything, allowing you to carry it smartly wherever you go.
｜Durable and long-lasting beauty
No metal fittings are used, and the stitching is placed in positions less prone to fraying.
Vulnerable corners are reinforced with overlapping leather to improve durability.
Furthermore, the seam allowances are kept to a minimum, ensuring the design resists losing its shape even when kept in a pocket.
Ease of Use
Simplify your daily routines
｜One-action comfort
Simply bend the wallet into a "V" shape. Banknotes and cards can be retrieved instantly.
Making payments at the register smooth and smart.
｜Banknotes, unfolded
Banknotes are stored flat. No creases mean smooth use at vending machines and self-checkouts.
｜Smooth and secure card access
The card pocket is exquisitely designed for smooth insertion and removal every time. No stress, even when you're in a hurry.
｜Easy-to-access, spill-proof coin pocket
The coin pocket features a simple design without zippers or snaps. The shallow pocket and short flap make it easy to access coins and prevent them from spilling out. It has a storage capacity for more than 15 coins (¥999).
| Compact Yet Global
Surprisingly, there are many banknotes and coins around the world larger than Japan’s ¥10,000 bill or ¥500 coin.
Our wallet accommodates most of them, ensuring comfort and compatibility even when traveling abroad.
｜Lighten your daily carry
So thin you'll forget it's even in your pocket.
A minimalist and comfortable wallet that accompanies your daily life.
About Antico Leather
Origins
The leather used for Antico is pull-up leather with an antique feel produced by Monteverdi, a prestigious tannery in Tuscany, Italy.
The grain side has a slightly brushed nubuck texture. The oil that has soaked into the leather causes it to pull up vigorously when bent, revealing shading.
Its elegant, matte appearance will settle and the color and luster will deepen with use.
Tanning and Manufacturing
Monteverdi uses high-quality raw hides from Switzerland, France, and other countries, and carefully crafts all aspects of its products, from plucking the raw hides to finishing the leather.
After tanning with vegetable tannins, skilled craftsmen lightly buff the surface to give it a nubuck finish.
LWG (Leather Working Group) environmental certification silver rank.
Maintenance
Because it contains plenty of oil, no wax or other oil care is required. Regularly remove surface dust with a soft cloth or leather brush.
Because it is brushed, scratches are less noticeable, and even if it does get scratched, you can rub it with your fingers and the scar will become less noticeable.
Since the product is dyed to bring out its natural look, care must be taken to avoid water stains. If it does get wet, immediately wipe it off with a soft cloth.
For detailed maintenance information, please see here .
Colors
Dark Olive
Vintage Brown
* The actual color may differ slightly from the displayed color due to differences in the way the dye is absorbed depending on the monitor environment, the condition of the raw leather, the part of the leather, the season, etc.
Globally Recognized Innovation
The Hitoe® Fold series has received 20+ awards and selections in Japan and abroad, including the iF DESIGN AWARD (Germany), the Red Dot Design Award (Germany), the Chicago Good Design Award (USA) and the German Design Awards (Germany), and was named an IDEA (USA) Finalist. It has been highly praised for its minimalist design and comfortable usability.
Hitoe® Fold Aria — 12 Awards
DNA Paris Design Awards 2022 Winner
This international design award, originating in Paris, France, covers a wide range of fields such as architecture, interiors, and products, and evaluates innovation and beauty.
A' Design Award & Competition 2022 Iron
This is one of the world's largest international design competitions held in Italy. It selects products with excellent design and technological innovation.
iF DESIGN AWARD 2022 Winner
This is a globally prestigious design award based in Hanover, Germany, presented to products with excellent design quality.
Red Dot Design Award 2022 Winner
This international design award held in Germany recognizes excellent design from multiple perspectives, including innovation, functionality, and quality.
London International Creative Competition 2021 Official Selection
This international creative award held in London emphasizes originality and expressiveness, recognizing excellent works from around the world.
International Design Awards 2021 Bronze
This international design award held in Los Angeles, USA, showcases innovative and excellent designs to the world.
NY Product Design Awards 2021 Silver
This international product design award from New York recognizes excellent product design and user experience.
MUSE Design Awards 2021 Silver
This international award recognizes excellent designs worldwide, evaluating creativity and design perfection.
European Product Design Award 2021 Honorable Mention
This international design award honors excellent European product designs, recognizing products that combine functionality and beauty.
K-DESIGN AWARD 2021 Winner
This international design award, representing Korea, recognizes excellent designs that combine creativity, practicality, and innovation.
Omotenashi Selection 2021 Winner
This award showcases products and services with unique Japanese charm and hospitality both domestically and internationally.
Hitoe® Fold Less — 6 Awards
IDEA 2023 Finalist
The IDEA (International Design Excellence Awards) is an international design award organized by the IDSA (Industrial Designers Society of America). It is evaluated from multiple perspectives, including innovation, user experience, and contribution to society.
iF Design Award 2023 Winner
This is a globally prestigious design award based in Hanover, Germany, presented to products with excellent design quality.
Chicago Good Design Award 2022 Winner
This is a historic international design award organized by the Chicago Athenaeum Museum, continuing since 1950, which showcases excellent industrial designs to the world.
German Design Awards 2023 Special Mention
A globally prestigious design award organized by the German Design Council, which was founded in 1953.
DFA Design for Asia Awards 2022 Silver
This international design award is organized by the Hong Kong Design Centre. It evaluates excellent designs from an Asian perspective and recognizes the social and commercial value of design.
Omotenashi Selection 2022 Winner
This award showcases products and services with unique Japanese charm and hospitality both domestically and internationally.
Hitoe® Fold — 2 Awards
Omotenashi Selection 2020 Winner
This award showcases products and services with unique Japanese charm and hospitality both domestically and internationally.
CAMPFIRE Crowdfunding Award 2020 Product Award
This award recognizes particularly outstanding challenges among over 10,000 projects implemented on the crowdfunding service CAMPFIRE.
Crowdfunding
From June 2021 to February 2025, the Hitoe® Fold series achieved the remarkable feat of sweeping all the top three spots in Japan for crowdfunding totals raised for bifold wallets. (*Based on our own research)
2020
¥51,795,439・3,500 backers
Hitoe® Fold v.2019 -Liscio-
Achieved the highest crowdfunding total in Japan for a wallet
2021
¥78,540,000・2,480 backers
Hitoe® Fold Aria -Foschia-
Achieved the highest crowdfunding total in Japan for a wallet
¥55,481,020・2,959 backers
Hitoe® Fold v.2021 -Liscio-
Swept the top three all-time crowdfunding totals in Japan for wallets
2022
¥25,944,600・873 backers
Hitoe® Fold Less -Foschia-
¥13,002,000・394 backers
Hitoe® Fold Aria -Ortensia-& Hitoe® Fold Aria -Monocromo-
¥16,816,016・1,130 backers
Hitoe® Fold v.2021 -Liscio-
2023
¥40,282,000・1,831 backers
Hitoe® Fold v.2023 -Liscio-
Achieved a cumulative crowdfunding total of ¥400 million
2024
¥1,782,000・45 backers
Hitoe® Fold Aria -Mushroom-
2025
¥12,971,200・536 backers
Hitoe® Fold v.2025- Antico -
Q&A | Hitoe® Fold
Q&A | Hitoe® FoldQ. I can't open and close it smoothly. Are there any tips?
Opening and closing the wallet smoothly is easier if you follow these steps.
【Opening】Bend the seam between the coin pocket and card pocket into a "V" shape, and the inner hook will naturally disengage. There is no need to touch the inner hook directly.
【Closing】While lightly holding the top, bend it into a "V" shape in the same way, and the inner hook will naturally catch on the card.
Q. The wallet gets distorted when closed.
This is because the inner hook is hooked on the outside of the wallet. Please make sure to hook it only on the cards you are storing.
Q. The cards are difficult to take out, and it feels tight.
The card pocket is intentionally designed to be slightly tight so that it does not become too loose, which may make it feel tight at first. Over time, it will gradually adapt to your usage and become a perfect fit, making cards easier to take out.
If it is still too tight, try taking one fewer card out and putting it back in several times to break in the leather before using it.
Q. Will the cards fall out?
When the wallet is closed, the inner hook catches the cards, so they will not fall out.
Even when open, the cards are less likely to fall out because of the non-slip treatment.
The Hitoe® Fold Aria and Hitoe® Fold Less, with a slip-resistant design (Patent No. 7922958), are even less likely to fall out.
Please note that when the wallet is laid flat horizontally, the non-slip treatment is less effective, as shown in the video.
Q. Will the coins spill out?
The wallet has a cover that prevents coins from spilling out, so they will not spill out during normal use. As the leather breaks in, it will become even more secure.
Please note that because this wallet has a vertical design, coins are more likely to spill out if you open it horizontally like a typical bifold wallet.
Q. The sound of the coins bothers me.
When putting the wallet in your pocket, store it so that the coin pocket is vertical to reduce the sound of the coins. This also makes the coins automatically align more easily.
Q. Will coins spill out if I open it upside down?
You can rest assured that if you turn the wallet upside down, the inner hook will not disengage, and the wallet will not open.
The front can be identified as follows (for right-handed users).
- No stitching on the right side
- The right side is the side where the cards are more visible
Q. Should I choose the right-handed or left-handed version?
Please choose based on the hand you use to handle money and cards.
Q. Is it okay to stack cards with magnetic stripes?
Recent magnetic stripes have strong magnetic resistance, so there is no problem stacking them. It also has no effect on IC chips even when stacked.
However, older magnetic cards may have weakened magnetism, so as a precaution, we recommend storing them in a different direction so that the magnetic stripes do not overlap.
Q. How does the size compare to other slim wallets?
The Hitoe® Fold series pursues not only its slimness when stored, but also its compact vertical and horizontal dimensions. We have prepared materials comparing the storage conditions and external dimensions of representative slim wallets and mini wallets.
View "Comparison of stored sizes of slim wallets and mini wallets"
Hitoe® Fold Series Comparison Chart
Hitoe® Fold Series Comparison Chart| Product Name | Hitoe® Fold | Hitoe® Fold Aria | Hitoe® Fold Less |
| Construction |
Single-piece construction Thick leather with no lining |
Double-faced-style construction The ultimate luxury in leather products, joining thin leather pieces |
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Prevents cards from falling out Slipless |
△ | ◯ | |
| Dimensions | W86 × H89 mm | W86 × H91 mm | W86 × H91 mm |
| Weight | 36 g | 30 g | 29 g |
| Thickness (thickest part) |
6 cards 10 100-yen coins 10 banknotes when stored 13 mm |
6 cards 10 100-yen coins 10 banknotes when stored 12 mm |
3 cards 6 100-yen coins 10 banknotes when stored 9 mm |
| Max Capacity |
6 -7 cards 20 coins 15 banknotes |
6 cards 20 coins 15 banknotes |
3 cards 15 coins 15 banknotes |
* Card counts assume non-embossed cards.
* Hitoe® Fold can hold 7 cards once the leather has broken in.
specification
specificationDesigner: Hirotaka Sato
Hitoe® Fold - Antico
Sale price$169.00 USD
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Hitoe® Fold - Antico
Sale price$169.00 USD