Tsurikawa

Tsurikawa handles!

In the early days of Japanese public transportation, those handles were made of leather, hence the name “tsurikawa” which literally means “hang” (tsuri吊) and “leather” (kawa革). Although “tsurikawa” is the name commonly used, some people also call them “tsuriwa” (wa means ring).

Tsurikawas became a sign of rebellion. Members of the Bosozoku (Japan’s anti-establishment street gangs) would steal Tsurikawas and blatantly hang them off their car’s rear bumpers; ideally dragging them on the ground until they disintegrate. This obviously was illegal and by flaunting one in public on was a subtle way of giving the middle finger to society and official figures.

Choose from Black or Brown, Double sided etched premium perforated leather with a wooden engraved ring! Made right here at the BAM SHIFTS shop!