Porter Bounce | The Japanese Luggage Icons Return With Fabric That's Quite Literally Out of This World
Editorial Team
SOAS Creative Dept.
Legendary Japanese Craftsmanship
Porter-Yoshida & Co has long been celebrated for pushing the boundaries of Japanese luggage design. The brand's most sought-after collections are built around proprietary fabrics developed in-house, combining technical innovation with exceptional craftsmanship. The iconic Tanker series, for example, is constructed from a custom-developed nylon made exclusively by Porter-Yoshida & Co and widely regarded as one of the finest bag fabrics ever produced. Years of research and development go into every material, and the latest Porter Bounce collection raises the bar once again.
What is Triaxial Woven Fabric?
A defining feature of Porter-Yoshida & Co bags has always been their focus on fabric innovation. The Tanker series uses custom nylon, the Crag collection relies on reinforced canvas, and the new Bounce series introduces one of the most advanced materials the brand has ever worked with: Triaxial Woven Fabric.
Unlike conventional woven fabrics, which interlace two sets of threads at 90-degree angles, Triaxial Woven Fabric uses three sets of yarns that intersect at 60-degree angles. This unique construction creates a material with exceptional strength and stability in every direction while remaining remarkably lightweight. The fabric has even been used by NASA for satellite antennas and on Japan's Hayabusa space probe, highlighting its impressive technical credentials.
Porter-Yoshida & Co, however, was drawn to more than just its performance. The three-way weave naturally forms a striking hexagonal pattern reminiscent of honeycombs and turtle shells, giving the material a distinctive visual texture. This balance of technical innovation and natural beauty perfectly reflects the brand's design philosophy, making the Bounce series one of its most distinctive collections to date.
Hands-On with Porter Bounce
As the first bags ever produced using Triaxial Woven Fabric, the Porter Bounce collection stands apart immediately. Smooth black nylon panels contrast beautifully against the exposed hexagonal weave, creating bags that feel highly technical while remaining understated enough for everyday use.
The shoulder bag and tote bag are ideal daily companions, offering plenty of space for everyday essentials while staying exceptionally lightweight thanks to the airy structure of the Triaxial fabric. For those needing extra capacity, the helmet tote and messenger bag provide ample room for commuting or short trips without sacrificing comfort. Completing the range is the backpack, the largest and most feature-rich design in the collection, offering technical functionality alongside Porter-Yoshida & Co's signature minimalist styling.
