Handmade in
Osaka, Japan
Handmade in
Osaka, Japan
Osaka, Japan
Noise cancellation
for your eyes
Noise cancellation
for your eyes
for your eyes
It took us 85 years to make your sunglasses.
Family owned with over eight decades of experience
The town of Tajima near Osaka, Japan is considered the birthplace of high-quality spectacle lenses.
Shinzo Tamura’s grandfather started making eyeglass lenses in 1938 but the real breakthrough came in 1966 when TALEX succeeded in creating the first fully balanced polarized sunglasses lens.
You filter your water. You protect your ears from loud noises. And you should protect your eyes from harmful light.
The highest-performing polarized lenses on earth
Polarized lenses are built with a filter that blocks horizontal light, eliminating the harsh reflections in your environment.
TALEX uses a proprietary filter made from iodine compounds that blocks out more harmful and intrusive light than traditional polarized lenses. They are the highest-performing polarized lenses on earth.
Try Shinzo Tamura 100% risk-free. If you don't love your new sunglasses, send them back for a full refund. We'll cover the cost of return shipping.
Everyday Sunglasses
We believe sunglasses should look good, but they should also help you see better. Our Everyday Sunglasses are light and flexible so you can wear them all day long. They help you protect your eyes from harmful UV light whenever you are outside.
Starting at $180
Active Sunglasses
Made in Japan with modern technology and traditional craft, our Active Sunglasses feature multi-coated TALEX polarized lenses that are specifically designed for the light conditions of different sports and activities.
Starting at $180
Look good,
see better
Look good,
see better
see better
Ultralight nylon frames made in Japan
Ultralight
Shinzo Tamura frames are perfectly balanced, ultra light, and made from non-aging nylon material, perfect for an active lifestyle. Nylon is significantly lighter than industry-standard materials.
Durable
The double-molded frames are flexible, extremely durable, and do not deform. The hinges are molded into the frame itself and benefit from the flexible and durable properties of the nylon material.
Universal Fit
The non-slip nose-pads are made from skin friendly elastomer, providing the perfect fit for every face shape. Adjustable titanium arms relief pressure, and give Shinzo Tamura frames a distinct and classic style.
Made from premium nylon
Nylon is extremely light and durable, shows no signs of aging, and does not deform over time, like many other plastic or acetate frames.
The typical surface degradation (whitening) of acetate due to material aging, sweat, and plasticizers is completely eliminated.
The best polarized
lenses in the world
The best polarized
lenses in the world
lenses in the world
Polarized lenses by TALEX
Purpose built
We offer sunglasses that are curated for activity or environment, balancing three unique properties.
Natural Color allows you to see the world as it really is, without discoloration or darkening. Contrast adds sharpness and contrast, to help you see more three dimensionally. Brightness is making the world appear brighter and more vivid.
Proprietary technology
Polarized lenses are built with a filter that blocks horizontal light, eliminating the harsh reflections in your environment.
TALEX uses a proprietary filter made from iodine compounds that blocks out more harmful and intrusive light than traditional polarized lenses. They are the highest-performing polarized lenses on earth.
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