For adults, we recommend a large-capacity leather tote! I was worried about whether it would be too bulky, but after using it for the first time, I couldn't let it go. Here's why.

2025/1 HushTug Editorial Department

For commuting and for personal use.

Totes are loved by both men and women as a main bag for everyday use.

...However, it seems that people have the impression that it is surprisingly difficult to choose the right size.

In fact, the impression of a tote bag can change completely not only depending on the material and design, but also on the size.

I myself have actually used this "slightly larger" tote bag and I feel that this is the key point...! I would like to write a review of it.

"HushTug" popular genuine leather soft large tote

Let me introduce myself again. My name is Toda, and I am the representative of the leather brand HushTug.

It's in the middle of the photo

The products used this time are from HushTug, the leather brand he runs himself, so you might be thinking, "Is this just a promotional ad?" but let me ask you one thing.

To be honest, because I am an active person, I used to only use backpacks that could be used casually.

However, after many twists and turns, I decided to start a leather brand, and when I started selling soft large totes , I was able to sell about 100 units a month.

Naturally, the customers who buy from me are not all young people; most of them are in their 30s and 40s like me, and some are even older than 60 .

Until now, leather totes have been considered to have drawbacks such as their "casual impression" and "price."

However, seeing how highly rated it was by people my age, my interest was stirred and I decided to actually give it a try.

To tell you the results, it was so great that I confronted the employee who recommended it to me, asking, "Why didn't you tell me about it earlier?"

From here, I'd like to introduce three reasons why I personally think that large genuine leather tote bags are especially recommended for adults .

1. The simple design makes it look smart even though it is large. "A bag that every grown man should have."

The first thing I felt was that this is a bag that adult men like me, especially those of my generation who are active both at work and on their days off, should have.

- Traveling while carrying a laptop or bulky peripherals
・Commuting with thick documents and files
・Business trips where you need to carry a change of clothes for 1-2 nights ・Days off where you need to carry your partner’s and children’s luggage too

This is a situation that adults often find themselves in. When you want to carry a PC and documents for work, a change of clothes and many other bulky items on your days off, but still want to keep things looking smart, a large leather tote is the perfect choice.

In the past, when I had a lot of luggage, I would go out with a backpack, but I often felt that a backpack was a bit too casual to match with an adult outfit .

However, if you wanted a smarter style, your only option was a handbag like a Boston bag.

However, these had disadvantages such as your hands getting bored and causing stress, but so far I haven't noticed any such disadvantages with the larger leather tote.

2. It's light and has a large capacity, so it's more comfortable for people who carry a lot of things.

This depends on the brand and product, but when it comes to genuine leather tote bags, the capacity is just right.

When considering the various situations mentioned in ①, there are times when smaller tote bags may have a storage compartment that is surprisingly small.

For example , it's easy to store common items like thick files or a light jacket , and the size of the bag with a beautiful silhouette makes it very convenient.

Other popular bags with beautiful silhouettes include briefcases, but leather totes that can be carried over the shoulder are stylish and not too stiff.

Above all, I felt that the seemingly infinite storage space that can be created by opening the opening wide was one of a kind.

3. It can be worn with any outfit. "A simple design in a good way."

Something I noticed while carrying it myself, and also while reading customer reviews, is that a large leather tote can surprisingly be worn with any outfit .

I had the impression that large totes were not an item that would go well with dressy fashion simply because of their large silhouette, but large totes made from genuine leather in particular look great with casual outfits like T-shirts and knitwear, as well as formal outfits like suits.

Casual backpacks and business briefcases are worn with a select few outfits, but men's leather totes tend to be in muted colors like black or navy blue and are generally basic in shape, so they have a subtle presence in a good way and are surprisingly versatile items that can be worn with any outfit .

This might not suit such a person.

However, of course, there are some people for whom large leather totes don't suit them .

These people are "people who want to go out without carrying a bag" or "people who don't have much luggage and don't need much space."

For example, a spacious leather tote is the perfect item for storing a laptop and a jacket at the same time, or for putting your shopping directly into your bag.

However, for people who don't carry much luggage to begin with, there's probably no reason to go out with a leather tote.

Also, most tote bags are obviously worn on the shoulder or carried by hand, so they may not be suitable for people who want to be active and walk around without having to worry about their belongings.

People who feel that "I have a fair amount of luggage, but a backpack or cloth tote would be too casual" would be most comfortable in a large leather tote , so for those who don't mind looking too casual, I would recommend a comfortable backpack rather than a genuine leather tote.

"Soft Genuine Leather Large Tote" recommended for adult men

When I used this item for the first time, I was impressed by its comfort, and I would say that the HushTug genuine leather soft large tote is "recommended for adult men who carry a lot of luggage."

・Soft leather is used, so it fits the body well. ・Made of genuine leather, it has a luxurious feel. ・Exceptional value for money for a genuine leather tote bag made in Japan.

There are three reasons for this.

Made of soft leather, it fits perfectly to your body

HushTug's Soft Large Tote is a size larger than your average tote bag, but it is made from soft, yet firm genuine leather, so it fits snugly to your body when you wear it .

Tote bags made from stiff leather or hard core materials would rub against your body and cause stress, but by taking this into consideration, we have been able to achieve the contradictory characteristics of being "large capacity yet easy to carry" at the same time .

Made of genuine leather for a luxurious feel

Tote bags are often made from materials such as cotton or nylon, but they can give off a more casual impression and look cheap.

Of course, there are people who are fine with that, but a luxurious leather tote made from genuine leather can be used regardless of outfit or situation.

Considering its versatility, as it can be used not only for everyday outings but also on dates and formal occasions, you can't go wrong with genuine leather.

Exceptional value for money for a genuine leather tote made in Japan

The only drawback to genuine leather products is the high price.

If you actually look into it, you'll find that it's not uncommon for large leather totes that are made of sturdy genuine leather and use luxurious leather materials to be sold for over 70,000 yen .

HushTug's genuine leather totes were made with customer feedback in mind, with cost-effectiveness being the top priority, so even though they are made in Japan and made from genuine leather, they can be purchased for less than 40,000 yen.

An unprecedented number of preorders for the first sale! A highly rated and popular product.

We developed a soft large tote and promoted it primarily among our existing customers, and in just one month, about 100 people purchased one.

Also, when we talk to our customers, they seem to be particularly satisfied with the "good value for money ."

Normally, products are produced in factories and then shipped through several other companies before reaching customers, but HushTug manages everything from production to sales in-house, allowing us to offer genuine leather at affordable prices.

What's more, it comes with peace of mind support that allows you to return or exchange the product free of charge for any reason within one month of purchase, no matter how much you use it .

HushTug products are not sold in department stores or shops, so they can basically only be purchased through our online store.

・I want to try a genuine leather tote, but I don't know if it will suit me...
・I'm worried about buying online in the first place because the product might be different from what I expected.

For such people, we would like to reiterate that "for any reason, no matter how much you use the product, you can return or exchange it free of charge within 30 days ."

With free returns, you can never go wrong, so if you're considering buying a genuine leather soft large tote, be sure to give it a try.