We make objects for people who are curious about the world.
We make fountain pens, notebooks, watercolors, leather goods, house shoes, sunglasses, and other tools that help people think, create, travel, and live with greater attention.
We believe the most important moments rarely begin with certainty. They begin with a question, a blank page, a wrong turn, or a thought not yet fully formed.
To be lost is not always a problem to solve. It is often where discovery begins. We make tools for those moments.
A pen to discover what you think. Paper to give shape to an idea. Watercolors to slow down and see more carefully. Objects to carry through the world. House shoes that mark the transition from the outside world to the sanctuary of home.
As a Japanese company, many of these rituals are inspired by Japanese life, where simple acts are elevated through repetition, attention, and care.
Designed between Boston and Tokyo, our products are developed with exceptional makers, craftspeople, and industrial designers around the world. We seek lasting materials, enduring construction, and timeless utility—not because objects are meant to be admired, but because they are meant to be used.
Our shops are found in some of the world’s great creative neighborhoods. More than stores, they are places to discover tools, exchange ideas, attend workshops, and spend time with others who share a love of making, writing, drawing, and thoughtful living.
The best tools earn their place quietly and become more valuable with time.
Key Holder – Role Overview
A thoughtful, hands-on leader with 2+ years of retail management experience
Passionate about sustainability, creativity, and intentional living
Detail-oriented and operationally strong, with a deep appreciation for beautiful, functional tools
Warm, dependable, and energized by building lasting customer relationships
Naturally curious and committed to continuous learning and improvement
Experienced or interested in visual merchandising and product storytelling
Be part of a global creative community rooted in timeless, functional design. Work for a mission-driven company that values originality, sustainability, and meaningful connection. Join a team where your creativity, leadership, and ideas truly matter.
Benefits Part-Time:
Part-time (hourly)
Generous Employee Discount
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care
401(k) Retirement Plan (IRA) with Company Matching
Commuter Benefits
Monthly Sales Commission Opportunities
$18-$21/hour
Topdrawer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Physical Requirements: This role may require standing for extended periods and regularly lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact
[email protected].
Topdrawer will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
