This particular request was for a special pair of boots sent by a son studying in Japan for his father who lives in America. These are vintage Lucchese boots, the pinnacle of Western boot making, and are an incredible 80 years old.

Although they show signs of long-term wear, with large holes in the soles, the disassembly reveals the exceptional skill of the craftsmen of that era, who embodied both beauty and practicality.

We will deliver the boots with the undiminished flexibility of the leather, which remains even after 80 years, and further improve comfort through modern repairs such as shank positioning and kangaroo leather reinforcement—all hallmarks of Hudson Shoe Store's commitment to quality.

[Timeline (Table of Contents)]
00:00 Background of the Request: An 80-year-old Lucchese to be given to an American father
01:12 Proof of the Best: "Masterful Stitchwork" Crafted to the Finest Details
02:28 Disassembly Begins: Explanation of the Holes in the Sole and the "Hand-Sewn Welted Construction"
04:52 Internal Secrets: Comparison of Iron Nails and "Broken Wooden Nails (Pace)"
06:40 The Aesthetics of Contrast: The "Waist Narrowing" Seeked by Craftsmen of the Past
08:06 Improvement Suggestion: The Importance and Position Adjustment of the "Shank" that Affects Comfort
11:30 Disassembly Work: Skilled Delamination Technique that Minimizes Stress on the Upper
13:02 Astonishing Fact: "Extremely Fine Gaps" in the Stitching Impossible with Modern Machinery
17:58 The Secret of Reinforcement: "Kangaroo Leather" Lining to Prevent Cracks
22:44 The Craftsman's Fingertips: A World of 0.1mm. "Leather Skiving" to Eliminate Discomfort

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(For repair requests, please make a reservation via LINE and visit us or send your shoes by mail.)

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★Those who register will receive a free PDF, "Seven Rules for Making Your Shoes Last Longer."

By adding us as a LINE friend, you can also consult with Hudson Shoe Store about shoe repair and maintenance via LINE. We will also provide information on how to wear your shoes for a long time according to the season, as well as great deals on shoes.

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(For repair requests, please make a reservation via the LINE link above and visit the store or send your shoes by mail.)

▼Rui Murakami (Shoe Repair Meister) | Hudson Shoe Store
"Welcome to the handicraft universe"
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Thank you for watching Hudson Shoe Store's YouTube channel. My name is Rui Murakami, and I am the second-generation owner.

I love working with my hands, and now shoe repair is both my hobby and my special skill. I get especially motivated when repairing difficult shoes, so please bring in any shoes that other shops have refused to repair, or shoes that you've had repaired but weren't satisfied with the result.

My background as a shoemaker began when I attended a shoemaking school and was taught by three shoemakers. My second mentor was Masatoshi Sato, the previous owner of Hudson Shoe Store.

Mr. Sato was the only shoemaker in Yokohama at the time who created shoes for many prominent figures, including former Prime Minister Shigeru Yoshida and Yujiro Ishihara, and received numerous awards, including a letter of appreciation from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry and the Tokyo Governor's Award. I feel incredibly fortunate to have learned genuine shoemaking techniques from such a master craftsman, and it has allowed me to immerse myself even more deeply in the world of shoemaking. Currently, as the second-generation owner of Hudson Shoe Store, I am dedicated to repairing your shoes.

Hudson Shoe Store has been repairing shoes in Yokohama for 60 years, from 1961 (Showa 36) to the present day. The shoe repair industry is becoming increasingly mechanized, and the number of shoe repair shops run by shoemakers is decreasing. However, there are still people who need shoe repairs that can only be done by hand, and who require those skills.

At Hudson Shoe Store, we work in this niche market with dedication and pride, while also ensuring the proper transmission of skills and contributing to the development of the shoe industry. We hope that this small shoe store will bring many smiles to people's faces.


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