Toyo

Established in 1969 in Osaka, Toyo Steel was the first company in the world to develop deep drawing technology that allowed them to make a seamless steel toolbox from a single sheet of steel. More than half a century on, those toolboxes are still made in Japan, and still earning their reputation for being simple, rugged, durable and quietly beautiful. The lid and body are joined without hinges, the handle is rounded and gentle in the hand, the corners are softened, and every box is light enough to carry happily yet built to last a lifetime. The company's motto - "Dreams will not rust" - sums it up nicely. Toyo Steel toolboxes have been awarded both the Good Design Award and the Long Life Design Award, and have quietly become a favourite far beyond the workshop, used as art supply boxes, sewing kits, picnic boxes, makeup boxes, desktop organisers and travel cases. Whether you're storing tools, treasures or beautifully sharpened pencils, this is the kind of object that gets better with use. Shop Toyo Steel online with free urban NZ shipping over $150, or visit either of our Wellington stores.