MATSUDA | Hand Crafted Eyewear & Sunglasses - Made in Japan (2024)

FAQs

Why are Matsuda glasses so expensive? ›

Matsuda's commitment to traditional Japanese craftsmanship is evident in each pair of glasses, which are made from premium materials such as titanium, acetate, and precious metals. The brand's innovative designs and attention to detail have made it a favorite among Hollywood celebrities and fashion icons.

MATSUDA | Hand Crafted Eyewear & Sunglasses - Made in Japan – Matsuda.

Matsuhiro Matsuda began his career as a fashion designer and extended his creative vision to eyewear. Over the years, the brand's dedication to handcrafting exquisitely detailed, luxury frames has gained them global praise and a devoted clientele, including celebrities, style icons, and discerning eyewear enthusiasts.

Matsuda was already a very well-known fashion brand in Japan when its founder Mitsuhiro Matsuda launched his first eyewear collection in 1989. The brand character is sophisticated with meticulous attention to detail.

Celebrity Customers Including – Tommy Lee, Paul Schaffer, and Robert Downey Jr. Matsuda Selection – An amazing selection of ophthalmic glasses and sunglasses.

The attention to detail in the manufacturing process ensures that each pair of Japanese eyewear is of exceptional quality. Japanese eyewear brands often use materials such as titanium, acetate, and stainless steel, known for their strength and durability.

TITANIUM - Titanium is our preferred material to use - it has a very high strength, is hypoallergenic, is stronger than steel, lighter than aluminum and is extremely durable.

The founder Mitsuhiro Matsuda was born in Tokyo, where he was exposed to design from a young age. He attended the city's renowned design school, Bunka, before moving to Paris to seek inspiration for his clothing line.

With an estimated brand value of more than 64.5 billion U.S. dollars, Toyota was the leading Japanese brand in 2024. Honda, which also engages in vehicle manufacturing, came in second with a brand value of more than 24.4 billion dollars.

Unparalleled Craftsmanship, Unique Designs

As a Japanese brand, Matsuda eyewear was born, came of age, and continues to flourish at the epicenter of eyewear design.

Who makes Matsuda sunglasses? ›

Each of our designs is crafted by hand in the renowned eyewear workshops of Sabae, Japan - requiring up to two years and as many as 250 steps to bring to life. This is eyewear created through 50 years of experimentation and creative exploration: each frame reflecting a unique journey from concept to construction.

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