MUJI is known for its minimalist philosophy and functional, no-frills products. MUJI is short for Mujirushi Ryōhin, meaning “no-brand quality goods,” and their products clearly reflect that. From simple materials to thoughtful details, everything has a level of quality that avoids overt branding while still distinctly feeling like MUJI. What’s interesting is that they have a lot of items that are well-designed and perfect for EDC. This video covers some of the items I picked up during my visit to MUJI over the holidays.
NexTool is a multi-tool manufacturer that seems to have fully embraced the philosophy of Kaizen—the Japanese concept of continuous, incremental improvement. This commitment to small, significant fixes has been evident across their product line, and the culmination of that process is visible in their latest offering: the Mini Flagship F12.
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