7 August 2026

[UNION WORKS] GRIMSBY / Fisherman Sandals

A new model has been added to the UNIONWORKS original series. Although the launch has been delayed slightly, this is precisely the time—with the current spell of scorching heat—to recommend it...

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26 August 2009

Don’t miss this!

It was featured in the ‘Dress Shoe Maintenance’ section on page 83 onwards of the October issue of 2nd. A detailed how-to guide by Plant Manager Sakurai. It’s a bit hard to make out from the photos, though...

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25 August 2009

Fiddle-West All-Sole

 The ‘fiddle waist (fiddle back)’ found on some bespoke shoes and on shoes by Gaziano & Girling. &...

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24 August 2009

Louis Vuitton’s All-Sole

 Lately, I’ve been doing a lot of full sole replacements on women’s shoes☆ ...

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23 August 2009

Philips Special

 Hello. This is Sakurai from the factory. Here’s what I’d like to show you all today. ...

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21 August 2009

WHITE’S ORDER SAMPLE & That Cool-Looking Bloke

 It’s been a week since the bank holiday ended, and I’m still delivering the Whites I’d been commissioned to make. There are even a few orders mixed in that were placed only about two months ago… Boots….

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19 August 2009

Hirai Special (Repetto Repairs)

 Repetto. First, let me tell you a little about its history. ↓ ‘Repetto’, a specialist shop for ballet equipment, was founded in 1947...

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17 August 2009

Men’s Brand – September Issue

We were featured in the ‘Guide to Renowned Shops Stocking Tokyo’s Finest Products’ section on pages 62 onwards of the September issue of Men’s Brand. The John Lobb cream featured in the article is recommended...

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17 August 2009

Nakagawa Special

  A pair of ladies’ shoes that appear to have been worn quite a lot. &nbs...

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16 August 2009

A Strange Sole

    W-w-w-what on earth is this?! Everyone...

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15 August 2009

Kawazu Special

 Crockett & Jones cordovan shoes. They’ve been polished to perfection and have really developed a lovely patina, haven’t they? I wonder what sort of repair they’ve been brought to the workshop for?...

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9 August 2009

‘Notice regarding summer holidays.’

         Thank you for your continued support...

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8 August 2009

CLASSY ‘Shoe Repair Special’

 I feel a bit embarrassed, but also rather pleased. I never imagined the photos would turn out quite like this, but I’m very grateful. &nbs...

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7 August 2009

Sakurai Special

It’s been a while since I last wrote a blog post. This is Sakurai from the factory. When people hear ”UNIONWORKS”, they still tend to think of British menswear...

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1 August 2009

Muramatsu Special

   That large Japanese black pine is once again curled up, doing something. ...

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31 July 2009

Shimoda Special (Sole repair for Prada and Louboutin)

  Thank you to the customers who contacted us regarding the blog post dated 29 June, ‘It’s Darkest Under the Lamp’. The warlords...

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30 July 2009

Shoe and occasional bag repairs.

There’s something odd about this. Can you spot where? …… Take a look at the bottom of the hook-shaped part...

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26 July 2009

‘BLOG TRICKER’S Exhibition Vol. 3’

 High of 31°C… My thoughts are racing through the world… Over there, it’s a rock festival… and in another place, a fireworks display….

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25 July 2009

(Strictly speaking,) he is shouldering a major responsibility.

I was called, so I’ve popped in. It’s Ueda here. I’ve heard that the whole point of Falstan is to keep mud off, too. I’ll be reusing this image from a recent blog post. Wearing...

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24 July 2009

Falstan??

 I’ve swapped out the ”Falstan” on my ”Whites” for a ‘Wesco’ one. ...

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21 July 2009

Begin – September Issue

Featured in the September issue of *Begin* (from page 103 onwards) in the section ‘The Ultimate Guide to Repair and Maintenance’. This issue focuses on care and repairs. The full-sole catalogue, in particular, is a must-see...

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20 July 2009

虹

 19 July, 6.45 pm. I was riding my scooter along Route 246 from Shibuya towards Union Works Factory...

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MESSAGE

Looking ahead five, ten years, and beyond, do you have a pair of shoes you would like to keep wearing?

With proper care and continued wear, leather softens, develops character, and matures into something uniquely your own. Few things accompany us through our daily lives as closely as our shoes. The time spent in a favourite pair brings comfort and enjoyment, while creating many cherished memories along the way.

To keep wearing your beloved shoes for many years to come, timely repairs and regular maintenance are essential. The appropriate repair will vary depending on how the shoes are worn, how frequently they are used, and their overall condition.

At UNION WORKS, we begin by listening carefully to each customer's needs and concerns, while taking into account the overall feel, construction, and durability of the shoes.

For International Customers

If you are considering a repair or would like to discuss your repair options from overseas, please feel free to contact us by email.
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