Shinjuku Messenger Bag
Shinjuku Messenger Bag
High visibility gold liner
High visibility gold liner
Available in X-Pac® Canvas
Available in X-Pac® Canvas
High performance, water-resistant X-Pac® Canvas
High performance, water-resistant X-Pac® Canvas
Available in traditional waxed canvas
Available in traditional waxed canvas
Padded tablet/laptop compartment
Padded tablet/laptop compartment
Expandable water bottle holder
Expandable water bottle holder
Zippered pocket for valuables
Zippered pocket for valuables
Expandable pleated front pocket
Expandable pleated front pocket
Efficient organization helps distribute the load
Efficient organization helps distribute the load
Three sizes — Compact, Full, 16-Inch
Three sizes — Compact, Full, 16-Inch
Full-grain leather flap with water-resistant zipper
Full-grain leather flap with water-resistant zipper
Full Size in Waxed Canvas
Full Size in Waxed Canvas
Full Size in X-Pac® Canvas
Full Size in X-Pac® Canvas
Compact Size in X-Pac® Canvas
Compact Size in X-Pac® Canvas
Pleated front pocket under the flap
Pleated front pocket under the flap
1.5'' integrated strap. Full-grain leather handle.
1.5'' integrated strap. Full-grain leather handle.
Sizes are based on size of device
Sizes are based on size of device
In Waxed Canvas and X-Pac® Canvas
In Waxed Canvas and X-Pac® Canvas
Brown Waxed Canvas with Chocolate Leather
Brown Waxed Canvas with Chocolate Leather
NEW Navy Waxed Canvas with Chocolate Leather
NEW Navy Waxed Canvas with Chocolate Leather
X-Pac® Storm Grey with Black Leather
X-Pac® Storm Grey with Black Leather
X-Pac® Black Canvas with Black Leather
X-Pac® Black Canvas with Black Leather
Shinjuku Messenger Bag
High visibility gold liner
Available in X-Pac® Canvas
High performance, water-resistant X-Pac® Canvas
Available in traditional waxed canvas
Padded tablet/laptop compartment
Expandable water bottle holder
Zippered pocket for valuables
Expandable pleated front pocket
Efficient organization helps distribute the load
Three sizes — Compact, Full, 16-Inch
Full-grain leather flap with water-resistant zipper
Full Size in Waxed Canvas
Full Size in X-Pac® Canvas
Compact Size in X-Pac® Canvas
Pleated front pocket under the flap
1.5'' integrated strap. Full-grain leather handle.
Sizes are based on size of device
In Waxed Canvas and X-Pac® Canvas
Brown Waxed Canvas with Chocolate Leather
NEW Navy Waxed Canvas with Chocolate Leather
X-Pac® Storm Grey with Black Leather
X-Pac® Black Canvas with Black Leather
back to top

Shinjuku Messenger Bag

 

The perfect messenger for urban exploration.

Inspired by the fast-paced Tokyo lifestyle, the slim, lightweight Shinjuku Messenger Bag helps you easily navigate crowded streets and subways. A padded compartment secures your tech, and extra pockets keep necessities organized and easy to access. Available in three sizes to fit different devices. Available in traditional waxed canvas and modern X-Pac® waxed canvas

All our products are crafted locally in our workshop by the most skilled sewing team in San Francisco.


 

Materials:

  • Full-grain leather
  • 15 oz. waxed canvas
  • X-11 X-Pac®
  • More details here

 

Dimensions & Weight:

  • Compact:

    11.5” (l) x 2” (w) x 10” (h);  1.7 lbs (canvas), 1.35 lbs (X-Pac®).
    29.21 (l) x 5.08 (w) x 25.4 (h) cm; 771 gm (canvas), 612 gm (X-Pac®). 
    Volume: 3.6 liters

     

  • Full:

    15” (l) x 2.5” (w) x 11” (h);  2.15 lbs (canvas), 1.75 lbs (X-Pac®).
    38.1 (l) x 6.35 (w) x 27.94 (h) cm; 975 gm (canvas), 794 gm (X-Pac®). 
    Volume: 6.8 liters

     

  • 16-Inch:

    17” (l) x 3.5” (w) x 12” (h);  2.25 lbs (canvas), 1.85 lbs (X-Pac®).
    43.18 (l) x 8.89 (w) x 30.48 (h) cm; 1020.6 gm (canvas), 840 gm (X-Pac®). 
    Volume: 10.2 liters

 

FEATURES

  • New X-Pac® X-11 high-performance canvas laminate textile adds structure to the sling and is weatherproof.
  • 1.5'' Nylon shoulder strap with optional shoulder pad to lighten heavier loads.
  • Full-grain leather trimmed front flap closes via magnets.
  • Main compartment includes a padded compartment for your laptop or tablet and a zippered pocket.
  • Pleated pocket under the bag's front flap can expand to accommodate loose gear.
  • Two finger pockets inside the front pleated pocket, one of which includes a key tether.
  • Gold, water-resistant liner adds better visibility of contents.
  • Stretchy, interior pocket holds up to a 3-inch diameter water bottle and retracts when not in use.
  • Comfortable, leather quick-grab handle.
  • Comes in two sizes to best fit your needs. 

SHIPPING: 

  • Domestic: Flat rate 2-day shipping. Details.
  • International: 4-5 business day delivery. Country duty/tax calculated at Checkout. Details.
     

Customer Reviews

Based on 40 reviews
93%
(37)
5%
(2)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
3%
(1)
S
S. (New York, United States)
Perfect Everyday Bag for City Life!

This is the best messenger bag I’ve owned and I look forward to using it for a very long time. It’s slim, lightweight, and perfect for navigating busy streets or hopping on the metro. The padded compartment keeps my laptop safe, and the extra pockets are a lifesaver for staying organized. Sure, I think a few pen holder pockets would’ve helped functionality. The waxed canvas gives it this really cool vintage vibe without sacrificing practicality. One thing to note—the strap is a bit on the narrow side, so I’d suggest getting the shoulder pad for extra comfort, especially if planning on cycling around town with this bag. Overall, it’s a stylish and functional bag that I’m really happy with!

L
L.C. (District of Columbia, United States)
Definitely my everyday bag.

The Shinjuku messenger bag is beautiful but understated. The materials are excellent and the compartments are really well-placed.

K
K. N. (California, United States)
A Gift for my Librarian Daughter

Got this as a gift for my daughter who just got her MLS and had taken a backpack to her last conference. Time for an upgrade! This bag is a really lovely item - both professional and cool. Quick shipping and a very easy process! Would definitely purchase from Waterford again!

J
Jesus

Me gustó mucho la mochila y los colores se ven perfecto y de alta calidad estoy sorprendido

G
Greg B. (California, United States)
Great Quality Bag

Great materials and build quality. Arrived faster than expected.

123
Review: WaterField Shinjuku Messenger Bag

Review: WaterField Shinjuku Messenger Bag

WIRED - June 17, 2024

“WaterField’s purpose-built iPad messenger bag is spacious and water-resistant, and will keep your precious new iPad safe in style.”

Rating: 9/10

{ diy['media2_title'] }}

Every Day Carry: Weekend - The Bag: Shinjuku Messenger Bag

Basic Apple Guy - July 8, 2024

“my bag of choice has been the Shinjuku Messanger Bag by Waterfield Designs.”

{ diy['media1_title'] }}

Waterfield Shinjuku messenger bag review – a ruggedly handsome bag

The Gadgeteer - June 26, 2024

“The Waterfield Shinjuku messenger bag takes its styling from the fast-paced Tokyo lifestyle while using waxed canvas and leather to give it rugged good looks.”

Rating: 9/10

SIZE GUIDE

Your Shinjuku Messenger Bag includes a padded compartment for storing your MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad, iPad Mini and other similarly-sized devices. It protects your tech from the rest of the items in your bag. 


The Compact Size fits :

  • NEW 11" iPad Pro (M4)
  • 11" iPad Air
  • iPad
  • iPad Mini
  • other similarly-sized devices

The Full Size fits: 

  • NEW 13" iPad Pro (M4)
  • 12.9" iPad Pro
  • NEW 13" iPad Air
  • iPad 
  • 13" MacBook Air
  • 14" MacBook Pro
  • other similarly-sized devices

The 16-inch Size fits:

  • 16" MacBook Pro
  • 14" MacBook Pro
  • 15'' MacBook Air
  • 13'' MacBook Air
  • NEW 13" iPad Pro (M4)
  • 12.9" iPad Pro
  • NEW 13" iPad Air
  • iPad 
  • other similarly-sized devices

CANVAS GOES HIGH TECH

 

Made with X-Pac® Canvas, a high-performance textile that blends the durable, lightweight, and water-resistance of X-Pac® with a soft canvas feel. This combination is ideal for the Shinjuku Messenger, a bag designed to be comfortable, lightweight, and stylish. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FIELD TESTED

 

Gary field-tested the compact size Shinjuku Messenger Bag in its namesake neighborhood in Tokyo. In it, he carried his jacket, a water bottle, and various travel necessities. 

 

The bag did not disappoint. It was so comfortable and lightweight, that Gary never felt the need to take it off, even when slurping ramen in jam-packed food stalls. 

 

 


 

CARING FOR YOUR LEATHER BAG
 

The full-grain leather panel on your Shinjuku Messenger bag will develop a beautiful patina over time. We usually recommend leaving it alone and letting it age naturally, but you may want to freshen it up a bit with a leather conditioner from time to time. If so, the leather may darken a bit, so test the reaction first on a spot that's not highly visible.  

 

For the distressed chocolate leather that we use, you can spread the oils around and smooth them out a bit with heat from a hair dryer. Although the leather care video is of another bag, the same process is true for your Shinjuku Messenger bag.

 

Add to your order

Similar products

You recently viewed