When you see a Japanese elementary school student — whether it’s in person, in a photo, or in a video — they’re more than likely sporting a boxy, leather randoseru backpack. These ultra-durable bags, ...

Japanese randoseru school bags may be a trendy bag shape outside of the nation, but within the nation, they’re pretty standard, including the color and design range. Once in a while a cool ...

In Japan, the so-called "Rankatsu" season for purchasing new school year backpacks called "Randoseru" has arrived. Rankatsu, a combination of Randoseru and the Japanese word "katsu (活)" meaning ...

School bags are big business in Japan as classes start for another year The iconic Japanese school bag has spawned an entire industry of its own, with manufacturers offering an endless range of ...