Durable and Cute♡ I Want to Use Indonesia's Handmade "Pasar Bag" as a Shopping Bag

Durable Vinyl Bag "Pasar Bag"

This bag is used as a shopping bag in Indonesia.

It is called the "Pasar Bag."

Pasar means "market."

The Pasar Bag is made of vinyl, making it lightweight and durable, and it's said that everyone in Indonesia has one when they go to the market.

That's why it's called the Pasar Bag (market bag).

Signs of Trend in Japan

The lightweight and durable Pasar Bag is gradually gaining popularity in Japan.

In Japan, starting from July 1, 2020, plastic shopping bags will be charged for. Many stores started charging for them earlier this April.

While small, foldable nylon eco bags are convenient, the Pasar Bag resembles a basket bag, making it enjoyable as part of fashion.

Since it's made of vinyl, it is also water-resistant, making it handy for outings to pools and beaches.

What Designs Are Available?

The Pasar Bag is made of vinyl, so it comes in various colors. Unlike basket bags, which are limited to colors ranging from beige to dark brown due to the wood, the Pasar Bag comes in many options, including pastel colors like pink.

Isn't it cute?

It's common to arrange it by attaching tassels or keychains and enjoy fashion.

The gray Pasar Bag seems easy to match with any fashion.

The black Pasar Bag is stylish. At a glance, it might even resemble a Bottega...

There are also compact-sized Pasar Bags available.

They are stackable, so you won’t have trouble with storage. Keep one in your car and use it to store things like blankets when not in use.

A white-based Pasar Bag that is woven with patches of black vinyl. It's fashionable.

Where Can You Buy It?

The Pasar Bag is sold for a few hundred yen in Indonesia. It's also popular as a souvenir.

In Japan, you can purchase it for around 1,000 yen on Rakuten.

You might also find it at Asian goods stores like Chichikaka or Chaihane. Some handmade artisans also create them.

➡ Purchase Pasar Bag on Rakuten

Eco-Friendly and Stylish

The Indonesian market bag "Pasar Bag." It’s a standard bag that everyone has when they go to the market. (Though they are sold for a few hundred yen at markets, some people are hand-making their original Pasar Bags.)

In this era where plastic bags are charged for,

☑ Environmentally friendly

☑ Durable and functional

☑ Looks fashionable like a basket bag

Please love and use the "Pasar Bag" that checks all three boxes!