JAPAN BLUE JEANS has been making products with a sense of fun, and used unique fabrics such as Banana denim, Côte d'Ivoire cotton, Inlay-knit, and Sashiko.

In this Spring Summer collection, we launched "WASHI DENIM" items.

Washi (和紙) means a Japanese traditional paper. It is made from natural plant fibers and is good quality and high durability, and is said to last up to 1,000 years!

Since Washi is a natural material derived from plants, it is low impact on the environment and would be using effectively of sources.

Let's see the details of Washi denim.

- What is "Washi yarn"? -

Washi yarn is made by cutting durable Japanese paper (=washi) into long and thin strips, and twisting them, so that it is more durable and light than cotton yarn.

Washi has a high water absorbency as same as the feature of paper and absorb water more than cotton. In addition to it, it is also quick-drying so quite unique fiber that has both function of water-absorbing quick-drying.

It also features smooth with less fluff.

 

- Selvedge -

Washi denim used in J317 has "Selvedge"! Use Washi yarns for weft and cotton yarns for warp, and woven by vintage shuttle loom.

 

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J317　CIRCLE STRAIGHT 13OZ WASHI SELVEDGE JEANS

 

Click on the image below to read more about "Washi".