What is a randoseru used for?

A “Randoseru” is a backpack traditionally used by Japanese elementary school children. The name originated from the Dutch word ransel, which means rucksack. It's said that the randoseru was first used as early as the Edo era (1603-1867) by Japanese soldiers.



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Virtually every elementary schooler in Japan is required to carry their books to and from school in a randoseru, so the bags represent a major family expense.

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The crown prince of the time was given a backpack upon entering elementary school (at Gakushuin). To honor the soldiers of the country, the shape of the backpack resembled the backpacks used in the military. This quite immediately became the fashion, and the shape has continued to become the randoseru used today.

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Randoseru range in price between ¥10,000 to ¥100,000 (usually for luxury versions). It's a good idea to set your budget so that you can zero in on the bag market of your choice. Also, have no fear because at all of the price points, there are many styles and colors to choose from.

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High school seniors across the country are donning a new type of item for their first day of school: a backpack typically used by young children. As seniors are starting their last year of high school, an emerging trend has them purchasing the backpacks as a way to reminisce on their childhood.

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But in the last three years, a growing number of districts are testing backpack policies. For one, the Washington Post finds that at least 27 school districts have started restricting backpacks in the last 18 months for fear of gun violence. Others are instituting regular searches for weapons inside.

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