Masunaga
Masunaga glasses embody elite-level Japanese craftsmanship, with no corners cut. This no-compromise philosophy is precisely why Masunaga Optical is regarded as highly as a luxury eyewear brand. Its reputation builds on over 120 years of creating exclusive frame designs and perfecting production processes, still carried out in-house in Japan. These days, that legacy continues, enriched by collaborations with world-renowned fashion designers including Kenzo Takada.
Masunaga Glasses (Since 1905) – Made in Fukui, Japan
Masunaga eyewear has been crafted in Japan since 1905. The company's founder, Gozaemon Masunaga, set the standard for high-quality, hand-finished eyewear and transformed Fukui Prefecture into Japan's major eyewear hub. The brand is known for its all-in-house approach, which is unusual in today's world where mass production and outsourcing dominate. Raw materials, creating molds, finishing, and everything in between – every step of manufacturing Masunaga eyeglasses is controlled in-house to ensure precision and quality. Masunaga is the sole eyewear maker in Japan to integrate all processes in a single factory.
Masunaga Optical Frames: Materials & Craft
Every pair of Masunaga glasses reflects the brand's core belief: excellence comes from absolute focus on detail. Production begins with selecting raw materials - premium Japanese acetate and titanium, with some collections featuring 18K gold and 925 silver. Around 200 manual processes go into making Masunaga glasses frames.
Every pair of Masunaga glasses reflects the brand's core belief: excellence comes from absolute focus on detail. Production begins with selecting raw materials - premium Japanese acetate and titanium, with some collections featuring 18K gold and 925 silver. Around 200 manual processes go into making Masunaga glasses frames.
Good to Know About Masunaga Eyeglass Frames
- Titanium temples ensure all-day comfort – the metal is sturdy yet lightweight
- Hand-polished acetate features a deep color and a smooth finish that feels silky against the skin
- Mixed constructions (titanium & acetate) – frames that wear light while featuring rich textures
Buy Masunaga Eyewear from EuroOptica NYC
EuroOptica is an authorized dealer of Masunaga eyewear; buy online or visit one of our three New York City boutiques. Our collection of Masunaga sunglasses and optical frames includes all popular models and is constantly expanding. We also offer:
- On-site laboratory for quality control and faster turnaround.
- Same-day glasses service for prescriptions.
- 30-day returns and manufacturer-specific warranty support.
- Expert consultations, repairs, and lens replacement.
Try on Masunaga eyewear in person and leave with lenses the same day. Visit one of our three convenient Manhattan locations: 280 Columbus Ave (corner of W 73rd St), 1249 3rd Ave (corner of E 72nd St), and 463 Amsterdam Ave (corner of W 82nd St). Open daily.
