Fresh Fits in Sashiko Black — Just in for SS Season Our latest SS arrivals just landed — and we’re kicking things off with some seriously cool Sashiko Black styles. From relaxed shirt jackets to classic coveralls, these pieces blend Japanese tradition with modern street vibes. Sashiko Black Big Shirt Jacket The ultimate spring layer. Oversized and super comfy, this...

Finally Here: The 13oz Denim Haori! It's the denim version of our super popular Sashiko Haori, loved both in Japan and around the world! Style: Haori -羽織- Haori is a traditional Japanese jacket (a type of short kimono). Although it is simple, unique design and fabric are great accents on your outfit. ITEM: 13oz Denim Haori LOT: JBOT1319 COLOR: Indigo...

As winter layers give way to the refreshing styles of spring, it's the perfect time to embrace lighter outerwear. Our 10oz Military Denim is designed for this transition—lightweight, soft, and with just the right amount of thickness. Combining durability with ease of movement, this fabric is ideal for outings in the warming seasons. Versatile and comfortable, these pieces will be...

JAPAN BLUE JEANS' signature "Sashiko" fabric now comes in a new, captivating variation—"Sashiko Black" outerwear! Maintaining the signature textured look, this black version adds a sharp, refined touch for a more sophisticated finish. Striking the perfect balance between rugged and distinctive, "Sashiko Black" outerwear enhances any outfit by adding depth and character. Elevate your daily style with a fresh new...

Born from Kojima’s Denim Makers: JAPAN BLUE JEANS. At JAPAN BLUE JEANS, we bring you the possibilities and joys of denim through a wide variety of fabrics. Explore the charm of our jeans and the history behind JAPAN BLUE JEANS. #1 INTRODUCTION The Origin and Charm of Okayama Denim: Kojima The Beginnings of Okayama Denim Kojima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture...

Sweatshirts are essential for fall and winter. We want to carefully select something you can use for a long time. With reliable Made-in-Japan quality, we’ve prepared a piece that you can love for years to come! SASHIKO JACQUARD SWEAT SHIRT Luxury that can't be achieved with prints A textured Sashiko-inspired sweatshirt A sweatshirt that offers a solid feel. Sashiko patterns...

JAPAN BLUE JEANS' signature 'SELVEDGE JEANS'. We have selected four types of denim fabrics, each with unique characteristics. We will introduce their features, fading, and staff impressions. HARD DENIM SELVEDGE 14.8oz This is the quintessential hard denim that defines 'Jeans'. With the weave packed to the limit, it retains its hardness and easily develops fades and creases. #StiffFabric #VintageLike #DryTouch...

Today's blog is showing new fabric in SS24. Although these items have already been showed several times, we would like to focus on fabric this time.   JBJ calls this new fabric "typewriter fabric" or "C/N fabric".     Typewriter fabric is... generally, it is considered to be "a cotton fabric consisting of a high-density plain weave". The main advantage...

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Wishing you all the best in 2024.   This is our first post for 2024, so we would like to get back to basics and write about selvedge denim.   In the case of denim fabrics, the warp yarn is often white & color to assert their presence. This is so-called famous "Red ear". (Red on white...

  16.5oz, 18gauze jersey fabric.     ”Inlay" have become representative of Japan Blue Jeans' tops. Inlay (knitting) is manufactured at a factory in Gifu. For those of us who have long been involved in the denim industry, our encounter with inlay was full of new discoveries. We will introduce our commitment to fabric production and its production background, which...