Functional beauty born from a single steel sheet. The "Toyo Blue Box," loved by the world.｜TOYO STEEL
Rather than bending and welding steel sheets together, a single sheet is pressed into form.
The "roundness without corners" born of that advanced technique fits in the hand,
with a charm that makes you want to keep looking at it.
The ultimate aesthetic of "seamless"
Higashiosaka City, Osaka — a town of manufacturing. Founded in 1969, Toyo Steel established the "deep drawing" technique to form seamless tool boxes from a single steel sheet — a world first. No sharp corners, sturdy, resistant to oil and grime. Its simple, lean construction is loved across borders and generations — from professional mechanics to DIY fans — and is even carried at the MoMA Design Store. "Sturdy, easy to use, and beautiful." The steel box made by a Japanese town factory continues to protect your "valuables."
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The world-first "deep drawing" technique
A technique that presses a single steel sheet deeply to form a seamless box. With no welded joints, the corners are rounded and safe, and it's extremely resistant to rust and breakage. A simple yet inimitable construction made possible by Higashiosaka craftsmanship.
"Aging" that deepens with use
The steel body picks up scratches and small dents as you use it. But every one becomes "history," creating a texture like vintage denim. A tool that looks even cooler 10 years on than when it was new.
"Color and texture" that blend with the interior
Beyond the iconic "Toyo Blue," they offer a wide range — military green, beige, red, black and more. Textures vary from glossy to matte to crepe paint, blending naturally into a living room or study, not just the garage.
Editor's Note
I use the "Y-350" to store my camping gear. It's rugged enough that it doesn't flinch when I throw pegs and a hammer in. The great thing about TOYO is that even when the paint chips or it picks up dents, it reads as "character" rather than "wear." Customizing it with favorite stickers is fun too. Even left out in the room, it works as an interior piece.
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From a Good Design Award-winning standard model to small accessory cases for your desk. TOYO's appeal is being able to choose size and form for the use.
Cantilever Tool Box Y-350
This is the Japanese tool box. An eternal standard of functional beauty.
A mountain-shape tool box practically synonymous with Toyo Steel. The peaked lid gives more storage than the form suggests — plenty of room even with a lot of tools inside. Awarded the Good Design Long Life Design Award in 2009.
For storing tools — screwdrivers, wrenches and the like. Also popular as a camping peg case or a first-aid kit.
Trunk-Shape Tool Box T-190
Tidy up the desk. A small trunk that stacks.
A compact trunk-shape box made by seamless drawing. The lid and base interlock so the boxes stack stably. So cute you'll want to collect several colors and line them up.
As a pencil case, masking-tape holder, sewing-tool box, or for storing passports and bankbooks. Ideal for organizing small items at the desk.
Cantilever Tool Box ST-350
Opens wide and shows everything. A double-opening mechanism that tickles the heart.
A "cantilever" tool box that fans out into a staircase as you pull it open left and right. Seeing the upper and lower trays at once dramatically improves work efficiency. The included divider plate keeps small parts organized.
For storing a serious tool set, model-making tools, shoe-care supplies (a shoe-polish kit) or painting materials.
Trunk-Shape Tool Box T-320
Flat lid for tidy storage. A lean, minimal design.
A flat-top model that looks like a larger T-190. The handle is designed not to stick up, so it doesn't waste space on a shelf or in a drawer. Close to A4 in footprint — easy to place beside documents and notebooks.
For organizing stationery, as a gadget case, or for PC accessories. Slides smoothly into shelf gaps.
Parts Box M-8
Even one screw matters. A tough drawer-style box that stacks.
A parts box originally made for sorting screws and small parts on factory shelves. Fold the handle inward and you can stack additional boxes right on top. A rugged industrial design that tightens the atmosphere of a room.
For sorting DIY parts, as a pot cover for plants (succulents), or as a spice rack in the kitchen.
Summary: A "treasure box" that excites even adults.
Plastic storage boxes are convenient, but steel boxes have a "weight" and "warmth" all their own.
The sound of the latch clicking shut.
The cool touch.
A TOYO tool box is more than a container for tools — it's a grown-up's treasure box that recalls the excitement of childhood every time you open it.
- Company
- TOYO STEEL CO., LTD.
- Founded
- 1969
- Address
-
3-26-8 Nagata, Higashiosaka City, Osaka 577-0056, Japan
Google Map - Tel
- +81-6-6784-5666
- Business
- Manufacturing and sales of metal tool boxes, casters and office furniture
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