The Studio D’Artisan “Bengara” Reverse Weave Sweatshirt is crafted using Bengara dye, an earthy red pigment derived from ancient iron-rich soils. This deep, warm red has been cherished for centuries in Japan, not only for its distinctive beauty and richness but also for its functional durability. An ecological & sustainable form of dyeing, the main element within Bengara dye is iron oxide, which is combined with water to create the dye that is hand-kneaded into the garment to coat the fabric with the earthy rust-red color tone. With applications spanning well beyond apparel, Bengara was often used to color lacquerware, ceramics, and even the external wooden walls of traditional Japanese dwellings. One of the defining characteristics of Bengara-dyed denim is its exceptional longevity. Unlike plant-based dyes, Bengara is highly resistant to fading and color change, allowing it to retain its rich, earthy hue over time. This makes it one of the most durable and sustainable dyeing techniques, ensuring that the fabric’s unique character only deepens with age and wear. Paying homage to an iconic garment that has solidified its place in athletic & urban street culture, the Champion Reverse weave sweatshirt has been revered in Japan for decades as the pinnacle of Americana, treated similarly to the Levi’s 1947 501xx in terms of cultural relevance. Originally developed by Champion back in 1938, athletic coaches were looking for ways to commercially launder large quantities of sports garments without having to deal with the stress of shrinkage & degeneration over time. Champion developed the Reverse Weave in response, a vertically knit fabric that when sewn into a garment would minimize shrinkage and maximize durability. The Studio D’Artisan “Bengara” Reverse Weave Sweatshirt is now available online.
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Nylon is a notoriously difficult fabric to overdye. That is exactly why we could barely believe our eyes the first time we saw such a uniform and deep hue of blue featured on this MA-1 Flight Jacket during exhibition season from SDA. But the hues don’t lie, and we are equally surprised by the full production lot delivering with the same uniformity and precision as the first sample. The Studio D’Artisan Indigo MA-1 Flight Jacket is a reinterpretation of a classic military silhouette with a unique Japanese twist. Constructed from 100% nylon, the fabric is coated with indigo pigment, resulting in a distinctive texture and character. Unlike conventional nylon, which tends to have a uniform surface, the indigo coating introduces irregular fading and a rich patina over time. Developed for US Air Force pilots in the early 1950s, the new MA-1 design spec featured several changes to its predecessor - the L-2 model, as air combat moved into the Jet age. Taking into account the tightness of the cockpit as well as the plethora of instruments that surrounded the pilot, the shortened hem length and trim design sought to improve comfort in flight while features such as the utility pocket featured on the left sleeve were added to reduce any unnecessary protrusions from the jacket. Loved by mil-spec fans around the world, Studio D’Artisan have maintained all the bells and whistles of the MA-1 jacket and elevated a classic military garment by giving it the indigo treatment. Extremely easy to wear, the luxury does not end with the outer shell. Each jacket is rayon lined in order to maximize comfortability for the wearer. The Studio D’Artisan Indigo MA-1 Flight Jacket is now available on the dot com.
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Dec 3, 2025Instagram
Speak-Tea-Sy: The Pop-Up Limited Edition Tenugui — Created Exclusively for Speak-Tea-Sy With years of experience collecting mint condition, deadstock & vintage kimonos, @okayamadenim has been up cycling these fabrics for different collaborations. In the case of these latest pieces, a roll of kimono is carefully cut and crafted into panels. Post-production printing is done in the form of Bassen-zome (抜染), or discharge dyeing, by applying a glue containing chlorine via a silk screen process yielding a vintage aesthetic to the final product. Only available at Speak-Tea-Sy: The Pop-Up Store. Speak-Tea-Sy限定手ぬぐい 長年にわたり、状態の良いデッドストックやヴィンテージの着物を収集してきた @okayamadenim は、それらの生地をアップサイクルし、さまざまなコラボレーションに活かしてきました。今回の最新作では、反物を丁寧に裁断してパネル状に仕立て、その後、抜染（ばっせん）と呼ばれる技法でプリントを施しています。シルクスクリーンで塩素を含む糊をのせて色を抜くことで、ヴィンテージのような風合いに仕上がります。 Speak-Tea-Sy ポップアップ限定販売。 📍 @trunkhotel_catstreet 📅 December 6, 2025 ⏰ 10:00–18:00
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They don’t call themselves Japan’s “Best Knitwear” for nothing, the purveyors of the finest cotton jersey knits coming out of Japan are back. Following in the footsteps of the now retired Tompkins knit fabric, the “Super Fluffy” sweat series is Loop & Weft’s proprietary Sinker weave fabric. Retaining the characteristic softness and unique texture of the Tompkins Knit series, the new weave incorporates comparatively modern technology in comparison to the century and a half old Tompkins knit, enhancing the quality and durability of the fabric. Complete with raglan sleeves, flat seamer seam construction throughout & and proprietary ribbing, these are built to last. The Loop & Weft Super Fluffy Knit Crewneck Sweatshirt is live on the site and available in Ivory, Gray & Green.
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Speak-Tea-Sy: The Pop-Up Soba Choko A classic form unchanged for 400 years, originating from the porcelain traditions of Hizen (present-day Saga and Nagasaki Prefectures). BAR BAR reimagines beloved Edo-period patterns, preserving their history with a modern sense of craft. The set comes in a traditional paulownia wood gift box. そばちょこ 現在の佐賀・長崎にあたる肥前で生まれ、400年以上かたちを変えず受け継がれてきたそばちょこ。江戸時代に親しまれた文様を、BAR BARが現代の感覚で丁寧に復刻しました。 セットは伝統的な桐箱に収められています。 — Yunomi Crafted in Hasami and Arita, two historic centers of Japanese porcelain. The Aikoma yunomi features a slightly thick-bodied shape, hand-painted lines, and traditional kannabori carving that bring warmth and texture to everyday tea moments. 湯呑み 長崎・波佐見と佐賀・有田でつくられる、日本を代表する陶磁器の産地の湯呑み。やや厚みのある形、手描きの線、かんな彫りが、藍駒シリーズ特有の温かみと表情を生み出します。 — 15oz Indigo × Purple Sashiko Selvedge Haori Developed in Ibara, Okayama, this Indigo × Purple sashiko fabric is woven on a 1960s Toyoda shuttle loom, giving it a distinct depth and texture. The bold purple selvedge line appears on the inner lapel and locker loop, with hip pockets lined in nylon typically used for souvenir jackets. Finished with a custom OD brass snap. 15oz インディゴ×パープル 刺し子セルビッジ 羽織 岡山・井原で開発したインディゴ×パープルの刺し子生地を、1960年代の豊田製シャトル織機で織り上げた一着。内側のラペルとループにはパープルのセルビッジラインが走り、ポケットにはスカジャン用ナイロンを使用。仕上げにはODオリジナルの真鍮スナップを採用しています。 📍 @trunkhotel_catstreet 📅 December 6, 2025 ⏰ 10:00–18:00
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Nov 28, 2025Instagram
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Humbled by the love you guys always show the OD➕ range, pickings are now getting slim if you’re still after a pair of the latest OD⚔️SJ “Awa Katana” series.
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Three brands shaped by Japanese craft, meeting at the intersection of tradition and modern expression. Different materials and disciplines, connected by a shared respect for process, community, and culture. This pop-up brings our worlds into one space, exploring how heritage can evolve without losing its roots and how craft lives when reinterpreted for today. Our story began long before this moment. From early shoots layered in denim, to shared events abroad, to the small room where Speak-Tea-Sy first took shape. Real collaboration and friendships that grew through work, trust, and time. Now, that history comes together in one place: three brands and a collective commitment to carrying craft forward in a way that is honest, modern, and true to the people behind it. — 日本のクラフトから生まれた三つのブランドが、今回ひとつの場所に集まります。 素材も分野も違うけれど、ものづくりへの姿勢や、コミュニティとカルチャーを大切にする気持ちは同じです。 今回のポップアップでは、受け継がれてきた技や精神を、いまの時代に合う形で届けることを目指します。 伝統を守るだけでなく、現代の感覚でどう進化させていくか。その可能性を一緒に探ります。 私たちのつながりは、ずっと前から続いてきたものです。 最初の撮影で借りたデニム、海外でのイベント、そして Speak-Tea-Sy が生まれた小さな部屋。 仕事を通して自然に育まれた関係が、今回のコラボレーションにつながりました。 三つのブランドが交わるこの場所から、クラフトの新しい形を発信します。 📍 @trunkhotel_catstreet 📅 December 6, 2025 ⏰ 10:00–18:00 @okayamadenim @tea_bucks @around.tea
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For the new “Awa Katana” series, the jeans will be available in two separate silhouettes. ODSJ011 is loosely based on Samurai’s inline S3100VX or “Relax Straight” silhouette. This is a relatively freshly developed cut which features a relaxed top blog, wide leg and generously lengthy inseam. ODSJ012 is based on Samurai’s S520 or “Relax Tapered” cut. Without sacrificing room in the top block as well as thigh area, the leg features a sharp taper in the leg from the knee down to achieve an aesthetically clean look. Familiar elements of our previous OD+SJ collaborations are all part of the equation this time around, including adding our original “OD” Brass button to the assorted button fly, as well as a black coated OD Original “+” rivet proudly affixed onto the wearer’s right pocket. Two additions we saved for the wearer this time around can be found inside the jeans themselves. For the pocket bags, we had enough left over ODSJ009 “Koten” Heavyweight Flannel fabric which we reserved exclusively to be used for this project. Hidden away in the back pockets, we have lined this area with Samurai’s popular “Shuriken” Wabash print fabric. Each pair of the latest collaboration ships with a custom branded OD+SJ Tote Bag. The OD+SJ 15oz. “Awa Katana” Double Indigo Selvedge Jeans have just gone live on the dot com!
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Creating a fresh pair from scratch is always a tedious and time-consuming process. Creating an original Selvedge denim from the yarn up further layers that process infinitely, both in terms of time and dedication. Not only does it take substantially longer to mill a Selvedge denim from “scratch” (or from yarn selection), it requires a certain dedication to the project. Both in terms of time and due to the initial financial investment involved. That being said, the result is always something truly original, unique and exclusive to yours truly. In our latest team-up with Samurai Jeans, we have created a double indigo 15oz. denim that hits hues like nothing we’ve done yet since our inception 14 years ago. The nature of the composition of rope dyed indigo warp & weft in this latest collaboration is unique in that the depth of indigo is not quite as dark as most conventional rope dyed Selvedge denim we come across, thus giving a slightly lighter overall blue hue to the fabric. With both warp and weft dyed in rope dyed indigo (or “double indigo”), we can guarantee without even running a fade sample that these are going to yield some seriously high contrast fades. The OD+SJ 15oz. “Awa Katana” Double Indigo Selvedge Series, in both Relax Straight & Relqx Tapered, will hit the site tonight ➕
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Nov 20, 2025Instagram
The “Awa Katana” series have been a long time coming, planned and executed over the past two years, we’re stoked to finally have these hit the site this week ➕
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Nov 19, 2025Instagram
JAPANESE TEA × OKAYAMA DENIM POP-UP STORE AT TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET Before Speak-Tea-Sy Vol.8, we’re kicking off the day with our first-ever pop-up alongside our longtime friends @okayamadenim — a collaboration built on craft, culture, and the curiosity that’s shaped us from the beginning. This is where Japanese tea meets Okayama denim: two traditions rooted in mastery and discipline, pushed forward with fresh ideas and modern energy. Explore our first official three-brand collaboration item, Japanese teas, tea accessories, and exclusive new pieces from Okayama Denim. A pop-up where a sip and a stitch meet with purpose. — Speak-Tea-Sy Vol.8の前に、@around.tea、@tea_bucks、そして長くつながりのある @okayamadenimの三者で、初めてのポップアップをひらきます。クラフトへの敬意と、カルチャーへの好奇心が重なって生まれた特別なコラボレーションです。 日本茶と岡山デニム。一見まったく違うようで、どちらも時間をかけて磨かれた技と、受け継がれてきた精神が息づく世界。そこに新しい感覚や現代のエネルギーを重ねながら、今の時代に合うかたちで進化し続けています。 Pop-upでは、三者による初のコラボアイテムをはじめ、日本茶、ティーアクセサリー、そして@okayamadenimの限定ピースをご紹介します。 一杯のお茶と一枚のデニムが、ひとつの場所で自然につながる時間をお楽しみください。 📍 @trunkhotel_catstreet 📅 December 6, 2025 ⏰ 10:00–18:00
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