Color:Misty Greige

dominant hand:

right left

Variant

In stock

Light as air
Hitoe® Fold Aria - Foschia

¥33,000

[Notice of discontinued colors] Misty Greige and Misty Ash will be discontinued while supplies last.

1. Design

Towards perfect functional beauty

"Perfection is when you can't cut any more"
These are the words of Saint-Exupery, the author of "The Little Prince."

The Hitoe® structure (registered design) prevents items from being stacked, the metal fitting-free minimalist design and inner hook (patent) allow for smooth operation, and the slipless design prevents cards from falling out (patent pending) .

"The ultimate in minimalist design and ease of use in the Hitoe® Fold series."
That's the Hitoe® Fold Aria .

Its sophisticated design and exquisite craftsmanship have resulted in a piece of breathtakingly perfect functional beauty .

Light as air

"Aria" is the Italian word for air.
It can also mean a lyrical solo song in opera or religious music.
Thin, light, and as airy as possible, it is also beautiful and full of originality. This is the "Aria" series.

The finest unrivaled tailoring

All parts are made by gluing two thin pieces of leather together to make one. This technique is said to be the ultimate luxury in leather products , and it achieves both strength and thinness . It requires a wealth of experience and skilled techniques to create a finish that does not float or sag even when bent, just like a single piece of leather.

Engraving - HITOE FOLD ARIA — In pursuit of simplicity, the engraving is hidden underneath the card

It's just sandwiched between leather.

It has a flat appearance, simply sandwiched between leather. There are no unnecessary protruding parts such as metal fittings or flaps, so it remains slim and doesn't get caught in your pocket.

Front - HITOE FOLD ARIA — Made entirely of leather, without any metal parts

Design based on the laws of nature

"Why is the golden ratio 1:1.62 beautiful?"
The golden ratio is the ratio that appears when squares with sides that match the Fibonacci sequence (1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21...) are arranged in a spiral, as shown in the diagram below.

The Fibonacci sequence is hidden everywhere in nature: in the arrangement of sunflower seeds, the spirals in seashells, the shape of typhoons, and spiral galaxies.
This sequence can also be found in masterpieces of art, such as the pyramids, the Parthenon, and Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji.

The golden ratio is not simply a beautiful ratio; its beauty comes from the Fibonacci sequence behind it.

Therefore, the important thing is not to make each part into the golden ratio.
The proportions from the details to the whole form the Fibonacci sequence , which is deeply connected to the laws of nature and life, resulting in a well-balanced design that resonates with the heart.

Fibonacci Sequence - HITOE FOLD ARIA — Proportions based on the Fibonacci spiral

Beautiful details

Precise and delicate stitching , polished edges that show the overlapping of leather, and thin lines made into the edges with a hot iron.
Hitoe® Fold Aria pursues beauty in every detail .

End Processing - HITOE FOLD ARIA — Beautiful edge treatment

Long-lasting and beautiful

Generally, most wallet problems are caused by metal parts or stitching. Hitoe® Fold Aria does not use any metal parts and has only four stitches .
In addition, the corners, which are prone to damage, are made more durable by layering the outer and inner leather . The seams are extremely thin, so the bag will not lose its shape even when worn in a trouser pocket .

Corner reinforcement - HITOE FOLD ARIA — The corners are made strong by layering leather

2. Idea

Ultra-thin Hitoe® structure

The thinness is achieved through the Hitoe® structure (registered design) , which does not stack cards and coins.
- Maximum 5 overlapping pieces of leather, no metal parts, 12mm thickest when stored
(When storing 6 cards, 10 bills, and 10 100 yen coins)
Palm-sized 89mm x 91mm
・Light as air , about 30g
It can hold up to 15 bills, 20 coins, and 6 cards . Even when fully loaded, it remains slim .

Thin details

The edges are made by overlapping the leather and sewing it on the outside. This is to keep it thin. If you fold the leather inside, you can make it smaller, but the leather will overlap and become thicker.
These details are faithful to the ideal of a thin wallet.

While pursuing thinness, we ensure that the leather is thick enough to retain the natural leather texture , such as tension and firmness.

An inner hook that uses the stored cards as a fastener

We came up with an inner hook (patented) that allows cards to be hung on the wallet, rather than on the outside.
The smart leather hook is invisible from the outside , keeping the wallet slim.
This idea made it possible to create the Hitoe® Fold Aria's simple design without any metal fittings .

Card holder - HITOE FOLD ARIA — Inner hook for hanging cards integrated with bill holder

Not only does it act as a fastener, but it also prevents cards from falling out when you carry it around.
The inner hook is designed not to come off when the wallet is turned upside down , so you don't have to worry about dropping coins when opening it upside down.

Prevent cards from falling out - HITOE FOLD ARIA — Fits inside to prevent cards from accidentally falling out

3. Usability

Quick payment with one action

It can be opened and closed easily by bending it into an " U " shape. With this single action, you can smoothly take out and put in all your coins and cards while keeping the wallet in portrait orientation.

(For right-handed people) The trick is to bend the bottom of the wallet into an L-shape with your left hand, without touching the inner hook.

The bills are left as is, without folding them.

Simply insert bills without folding them . They are highly visible and easy to take out. They do not get creases or bends when folded in thirds , so they can be easily inserted into vending machines and self-checkouts.
The bill holder is designed to be continuous with the inner hook. The curve acts as a guide, allowing you to insert and remove bills smoothly without getting caught .

You can smoothly insert and remove the bills without touching the bill holder.

Prevents cards from falling out

When closed, the inner hooks hold the cards so they won't fall out . Even when the wallet is open, the slip-less design (patent pending) makes it difficult for cards to fall out .
The feel of sliding cards in and out is high quality and comfortable.

Effect of slip-less specification (patent pending)

The extra card can be used as a bill holder . It does not interfere with opening and closing the wallet.

How to open - HITOE FOLD ARIA — Temporary cards are used to hold bills

Smooth, non-overflowing coin pocket

The coin pocket is shallow and has no fasteners such as zippers or hooks, so you can quickly take out the coins you need.
When storing, the lid of the coin pocket acts as a guide for smooth storage.
In addition, coins will not spill out when the wallet is closed, and even when it is open, the coin pocket has a lid to prevent spills.
There is still plenty of room even if you put in 999 yen worth (15 sheets).

Overflow-resistant coin pocket

About Foschia Leather

Origins

Foschia is the Italian word for "fog. Foschia is characterized by a white wax-covered look like morning mist. The more the leather is used, the more the wax permeates the leather, giving it a translucent appearance.

Tanning and Manufacturing

The leather is made from the shoulders of adult Scandinavian cows. After vegetable tanning, the surface is lightly buffed and white waxed. The tanning material used is cod, a legume native to South America. Although rare, it is the lightest colored vegetable tannin and has a lightfast finish. It can be tanned whiter than usual, and the beautiful light color is achieved using only dyes, not pigments.

Maintenance

Wax gradually permeates into the leather, giving it an elegant and natural shine. Since it also contains a moderate amount of oil, oil care is not necessary unless you are concerned about scratches or dryness.
Light colors have a delicate surface and are more prone to stains and scratches, so care should be taken when handling them.

Colors

シビラ Greige
Misty Greige
シビラ Ash
Misty Ash
シビラ Iris
Misty Iris
シビラ Chocolate
Misty Chocolate
シビラ navy
Misty Navy
シビラ Black
Misty Black

Natural markings may be noticeable.

Hitoe® Fold Series Comparison Chart

Hitoe® Fold	^Hitoe® Fold	^Hitoe® Fold Aria	^Hitoe® Fold Less
Production Method	One-piece tailoring Unlined thick leather	Fold Less The ultimate luxury in leather goods: thin leather laminated together
Prevents cards from falling out Slipless	NG	OK
Size	W86 x H89 mm	W89 × H91 mm	W89 × H89 mm
Weight	36 g	30 g	29 g
Thickness (thickest part)	7 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
Maximum capacity	7 cards 20 coins 15 banknotes	6 cards 20 coins 15 banknotes	3 cards 15 coins 15 banknotes

Number of cards assumes embossless cards

Q & A

Q. Are there any tips for opening and closing it?

If you are right-handed, you can use your left hand to bend the boundary between the coin pocket and the card pocket into an "U" shape, which will release the inner hook and allow the wallet to open smoothly.

To close it, lightly press the top with your right hand while bending it into an "U" shape with your left hand, and the inner hook will naturally catch on the card.

The trick is to not touch the inner hook when opening or closing it.

(For right-handed people) The trick is to bend it into an "U" shape with your left hand and not touch the inner hook.

Q. It becomes distorted when closed.

This is caused by misusing the inner hook on the outside of the wallet. Please only hang it on the cards you want to store.

Q. Should I choose right-handed or left-handed?

If you use your right hand to insert and remove cards and coins, please select "right-handed"; if you use your left hand, please select "left-handed". All photos and videos used in the product description are for right-handed use, and the slot for removing bills and cards is on the right side.

Q. The card pockets are too cramped

The design is tight so that the leather does not stretch more than necessary, so it may feel tight when you first start using it while the leather is still stiff. Don't worry, it will become more comfortable as you use it.

Also, if the card is difficult to insert all the way in, pressing the leather at the back of the card pocket (to the left of the card for right-handed users) firmly will help the card to fit in more easily.

Please note that storing cards with uneven surfaces or items other than credit card size (such as point cards or medical cards) can make the bag feel cramped.

HITOE FOLD side — If it feels too tight, try loosening the leather at the back of the card pocket (left side for right-handed users) to make it more comfortable.

Q: Will the cards fall out?

When you close the wallet by hanging the inner hook, it won't fall out.

Even when open, the leather on the top edge of the cards will support them if the wallet is held vertically. Please note that cards are more likely to fall out if the wallet is placed horizontally.

The slip-less design (patent pending) of the product makes it even more difficult to fall off. For more information, please click here .

When held vertically, the leather on the top edge of the card provides support.

Q. Will the coins spill?

The coin pocket has a lid to prevent spills. As the leather becomes more flexible with use and the bend in the lid settles, it will become even less likely to spill.

The pocket is shallow to allow for quick removal of coins, and the size of the pocket allows the top of a 500 yen coin to be slightly visible, but it is hidden when the lid is closed.

If you open the wallet horizontally, coins may spill out. Please use it vertically.

Q. I'm bothered by the sound of coins.

If you store your coins with the coin pocket facing upright, you can prevent the coins from making noise. Also, the coins will automatically align themselves more easily, so please try it.

Q. Won't I open it upside down and spill the coins?

Don't worry, if you turn the wallet inside out, it won't bend into a "U" shape and won't open. You can also use this as a reference for the position of the stitching and how the cards look.

<Example: Right-handed>

The side without the stitching on the right side is the front, as the bills are taken out from the right.
The side where the cards are most visible is the right side, as the cards are taken out from the right.

Q. Can the magnetic stripes of cards be stacked?

Modern magnetic stripes are highly resistant to magnetism, so there is no problem even if they are stacked. Also, IC chips are not affected by magnetism.

However, for bank cards with no expiration date, the magnetic stripe may be weakened, so we recommend stacking the cards with the magnetic stripes alternating up and down.

Awards and Achievements

The Hitoe® Fold series of small, thin wallets have won a total of 18 awards, including the world's most prestigious iF Desing Award, Red Dot Award, Good Design®, and German Design Awards, and are highly acclaimed for their minimalist design and comfortable operation.

Awards

iF Desing Award 2023
Hitoe® Fold Less

One of the most prominent and prestigious international design awards, the Hitoe® Fold Less Design Award is presented by the Hannover Industrial Design Association in Germany and is open to industrial products from all over the world. It is one of the three major design awards in the world.

Good Design Award 2022
Hitoe® Fold Less

The world's oldest design award, presented by the Athenaeum Museum in Chicago since 1950, was established by Edgar Kaufman Jr. of MoMA (Museum of Modern Art, New York) along with such modern design pioneers as Charles and Ray Eames, Russell Wright, George Nelson, and Eero Saarinen. The award was established by Edgar Kaufman Jr.
It is not related to the Good Design Award in Japan, but is a globally valuable award along with the Red Dot Design Award and the iF Design Award.

German Design Awards 2023
Hitoe® Fold Less

The Hitoe® Fold Less is an international design award sponsored by the German Design Council, established in 1953. Only products that have been nominated by the German Design Council are eligible for the awards.

DFA Design for Asia Awards 2022
Hitoe® Fold Less

Established in 2003 by the Hong Kong Design Centre, this international design award recognizes outstanding design from an Asian perspective. Awards are judged and presented from four perspectives: overall design excellence, technical applicability, Asian influence, and commercial and social success.

DNA Paris Design Awards 2022
Hitoe® Fold Aria

The DNA Paris Design Awards are global design awards that honor the best designers in the fields of architecture, interior design, landscape design, graphic design, and product design.

Omotenashi Selection 2022
Hitoe® Fold Less

This award was established to discover and promote to the world the best Japanese products and services that are full of the spirit of Omotenashi. The award is given to products and services that are born out of consideration for the people who use them, and that have been improved upon while carrying on the traditions of the past.

A' Design Award & Competition 2022
Hitoe® Fold Aria

This is one of the world's largest design competitions to select the best design, design concept, product or service. It is recognized worldwide as a barometer of design quality and perfection.

iF Desing Award 2022
Hitoe® Fold Aria

One of the most prominent and prestigious international design awards, the Hitoe® Fold Aria is a design award organized by the Hannover Industrial Design Association in Germany, which judges industrial products from all over the world. It is one of the three major design awards in the world.

Red Dot Award 2022
Hitoe® Fold Aria

One of the world's top three design awards and one of the most prestigious international design awards, with over 10,000 entries from companies, organizations, and designers in more than 60 countries each year. Organized by the Design Zentrum Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.

London International Creative Competition 2021
Hitoe® Fold Aria

Aimed to serve as a medium to connect talented artists with international audiences, the competition attracts artists from around the world, with juries consisting of luminaries from six disciplines (architecture, interior design, art, graphics, photography, and products) and based in London, where internationally acclaimed artists are gathered, The awards have been held annually since 2006.

IDA Design Awards 2021
Hitoe® Fold Aria

The IDA Design Awards were established in Los Angeles in 2007 to identify and recognize outstanding design visionaries in a wide range of fields. Comprised of five categories including architecture, interior design, product design, fashion, and graphic design, each year's awards bring together the finest entries from the world's most talented designers.

NY Product Design Awards 2021
Hitoe® Fold Aria

The awards, which were newly established in 2021, are organized by the International Award Associate (USA) and specialize in product design.
The awards aim to recognize outstanding product designers who enrich our daily lives.

MUSE Design Awards 2021
Hitoe® Fold Aria

One of the international awards programs organized by International Award Associate (USA), which aims to create new value standards in design.
The award is presented to designers who combine unparalleled creativity and technical skills, such as "The Muse".

European Product Design Award 2021
Hitoe® Fold Aria

This design competition was created to recognize the efforts of talented international product designers. From thousands of design projects submitted from around the world, a jury will select the most beautiful, functional and innovative products.

K-DESIGN AWARD 2021
Hitoe® Fold Aria

An international design competition organized by DESIGNSORI, a Korean design portal. It is one of the three most prestigious design awards in Asia, along with the Golden Pin Design Award and the DFA Design for Asia Awards.

Omotenashi Selection 2021
Hitoe® Fold Aria

This award was established with the aim of discovering and spreading excellent Japanese products and services with a spirit of hospitality to the world. The award is given to products and services that are "uniquely Japanese" and have a "unique appeal" that should be shared with the world, and are selected for their particular skills born from consideration for the people who use them, and for their ingenuity in making improvements while carrying on tradition.

Omotenashi Selection 2020
Hitoe® Fold

This award was established with the aim of discovering and promoting to the world products and services that are brimming with the spirit of excellent Japanese hospitality. The award is given to products and services that are born from the consideration of the user, and that have been improved upon while carrying on the traditions of the past.

Campfire Crowdfunding Award 2020
Hitoe® Fold

This award is given to the most outstanding project out of more than 10,000 projects on the Campfire crowdfunding site.

Crowd Funding

The Hitoe® Fold series has achieved the feat of dominating all of Japan's all-time top three places in terms of the amount of money raised by crowdfunding wallets. (*As of February 28, 2022)

2020

51,795,439 yen, 3500 people
Hitoe® Fold v.2020 -Liscio-
Achieved the highest amount of crowdfunding for a wallet in Japan

2021

78,540,000 yen, 2,480 people
Hitoe® Fold Aria -Foschia-
Achieved the highest amount of crowdfunding for wallets in Japan
Sweeps the 1st and 2nd places in Japan's history for wallet crowdfunding

55,481,020 yen, 2959 people
Hitoe® Fold v.2021 -Liscio-
Sweeps Japan's all-time top three wallet crowdfunding crowdfunding

2022

25,944,600 yen, 873 people
Hitoe® Fold Less -Foschia-

13,002,000 yen / 394 people
Hitoe® Fold Aria -Ortensia- & Hitoe® Fold Aria -Monocromo-

16,816,016 yen / 1,130 persons
Hitoe® Fold -Liscio

specification

Dimensions: approx. W89 x H91 x D9 mm (at thickest point when 5 cards are stored)
Maximum capacity: 15 bills, 6 cards, 20 coins
Product weight: approx. 30 g
Leather ：Cowhide, some pig suede
Country of manufacture : Japan
Intellectual Property ：Patent pending Patent Application 2019-211321
　　　　　Design registration No. 1659078
　　　　　Design registration No. 1659079
　　　　　Design registration No. 1670259
　　　　　Trademark registration No. 6253419
　　　　　International design registrations (EU and Singapore) DM/211734, DM/207682
　　　　　International design registration (China) No. 6069152, 6378263
　　　　　International design registrations (Australia) 202012701, 202012702, 202016654
　　　　　International design registration (Taiwan) D214409, D211838, D212562
　　　　　International Design Registration (Korea) DM207682-0001, DM207682-0002, DM/211734
　　　　　International design registrations (US) D948208, D948207
　　　　　International trademark registration (EU, China, Korea) 1489157
　　　　　International trademark registration (US) 6,171,770
　　　　　International trademark registration (Taiwan) No. 02130548
　　　　　Patent pending Patent Application 2022-123917
Please use the wallet vertically.
All photos and videos used in the product description are for right-handed users.
The color of the images may appear different depending on your environment.

Hitoe® Fold Aria - Foschia

¥33,000

Extreme Beauty

The true essence of minimalism. A wallet embodies "money management and liquidity."
Ultimately, it is an item that reflects your way of life, with all unnecessary elements stripped away to the bare minimum.

Thank you very much for purchasing our product from among the many available.
I am very happy to hear that this is "the essence of minimalism."
It is a great encouragement to us that you have recognized our wallet as an item that embodies "money management and liquidity" and that you sympathize with our philosophy.
We will continue to strive to further improve our products so that we can satisfy even more customers.
We hope you will enjoy using our products for a long time.
We look forward to your continued support.

Accept it

Functionality and ease of use are as expected.
However, although I bought the beige, there are many unevenly darkened areas and it looks dirty. Will it improve with use? Should I have bought a darker color?

Thank you very much for purchasing this product from among the many available. I am very happy to hear that it is easy to use.
Foschia is a vegetable tanned, dyed leather with a delicate surface that retains the natural leather feel.
Dark colors tend to show dirt less, but light colors tend to change color and luster more dramatically, allowing you to enjoy a rich aging process.
In addition, the white wax, which resembles a morning mist, will rub and penetrate with use, gradually revealing a darker, more transparent appearance. At the same time, scratches and dirt will also fade away. Regular use of a waterproof spray can also help reduce the adhesion of dirt.
(For reference : https://syrinx.audio/pages/leather-care )
We hope you enjoy watching the appearance change over time.
We look forward to your continued support.

A good fit

In this cashless era, we don't need to carry around much cash, but it's still a hassle if we don't have it. This wallet is perfect for this era.

You can carry only the minimum amount of bills, coins and cards needed, so your luggage will be neat and tidy.
It feels great against the skin and is a wallet you'll want to touch all the time.

The card holder is the perfect size for credit cards, so you'll need to think about how to carry cards other than credit cards (such as point cards or medical cards). <br>If that aspect is improved, it would be an unquestionable 5 star rating!

Thank you very much for purchasing our product from among the many available options.
We are very happy and encouraged that you enjoyed the size and feel of the product.
As you use Foschia, the wax will rub off and penetrate the material, gradually revealing a deeper, more transparent appearance.
Please enjoy watching it change into a unique appearance.
We will use your valuable opinions as a reference for future product development.
We will continue to value our customers' feedback and strive to provide better products.
We look forward to your continued support.

The best ever

I was looking for a wallet that wasn't bulky and found this one.
A streamlined design with luxurious leather.
I'm looking forward to seeing the flavor develop as I use it.

Thank you very much for purchasing our product from among the many available.
We are very pleased that you have found SYRINX products while searching for a wallet that is not bulky.
When Foschia leather is rubbed with white wax, the natural color of the leather appears and the color and luster improve.
We hope you will enjoy watching the appearance change over time as you use it.
We look forward to your continued support.

Practicality and functional beauty

With the shift towards a cashless society, I was looking for a more compact wallet and came across this product.
No matter how many times I look at it, I am fascinated by its structure, which has been carefully thought out down to the smallest detail, and its design based on the golden ratio, which gives it just what it needs and is efficient.
I don't usually write reviews, but I thought this product was amazing so I decided to write a review.

Thank you very much for purchasing our product from among the many available options.
We have been logically working through the design down to the smallest detail, aiming for beauty without waste, so we are very pleased that you like it so much.
We will not be content with the status quo and will continue to strive to provide better products.
We look forward to your continued support.

Usability is the best and the compactness I wanted

This is my third purchase, with different specifications. It's extremely easy to use. However, the light-colored products tend to show the color of coins and bills, which makes them stand out like dirt. Personally, I feel that darker colors can be used for a longer period of time.

Thank you very much for your repeat purchase of our products.
We are also very pleased to hear that you appreciate the ease of use and that it is "just the compact size I was looking for."
Foschia is a vegetable tanned, dyed leather with a delicate surface, but you can enjoy the texture of leather. As you said, darker colors are less likely to show dirt, while lighter colors have a greater change in color and luster, allowing you to enjoy a rich aging process.
In addition, using a waterproof spray regularly can help reduce the adhesion of dirt. ( https://syrinx.audio/pages/leather-care )
We hope that you will be able to use any of our wallets comfortably by choosing one that matches your leather preferences and coordination.
We look forward to your continued support.

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Light as airHitoe® Fold Aria - Foschia

Towards perfect functional beauty

Light as air

The finest unrivaled tailoring

It's just sandwiched between leather.

Design based on the laws of nature

Beautiful details

Long-lasting and beautiful

Ultra-thin Hitoe® structure

Thin details

An inner hook that uses the stored cards as a fastener

Quick payment with one action

The bills are left as is, without folding them.

Prevents cards from falling out

Smooth, non-overflowing coin pocket

Origins

Tanning and Manufacturing

Maintenance

Colors

Q. Are there any tips for opening and closing it?

Q. It becomes distorted when closed.

Q. Should I choose right-handed or left-handed?

Q. The card pockets are too cramped

Q: Will the cards fall out?

Q. Will the coins spill?

Q. I'm bothered by the sound of coins.

Q. Won't I open it upside down and spill the coins?

Q. Can the magnetic stripes of cards be stacked?

Awards

iF Desing Award 2023 Hitoe® Fold Less

Good Design Award 2022 Hitoe® Fold Less

German Design Awards 2023 Hitoe® Fold Less

DFA Design for Asia Awards 2022 Hitoe® Fold Less

DNA Paris Design Awards 2022 Hitoe® Fold Aria

Omotenashi Selection 2022 Hitoe® Fold Less

A' Design Award & Competition 2022 Hitoe® Fold Aria

iF Desing Award 2022 Hitoe® Fold Aria

Red Dot Award 2022 Hitoe® Fold Aria

London International Creative Competition 2021 Hitoe® Fold Aria

IDA Design Awards 2021 Hitoe® Fold Aria

NY Product Design Awards 2021 Hitoe® Fold Aria

MUSE Design Awards 2021 Hitoe® Fold Aria

European Product Design Award 2021 Hitoe® Fold Aria

K-DESIGN AWARD 2021 Hitoe® Fold Aria

Omotenashi Selection 2021 Hitoe® Fold Aria

Omotenashi Selection 2020 Hitoe® Fold

Campfire Crowdfunding Award 2020 Hitoe® Fold