Repair | The Backside Patch
This is the second post in the series of repair. In the first post I explained the Front-side patch. This time we will do a backside or reverse-side repair. This […]
Category Archives: Fashion
Repair | The Front-side Patch
This is the first post in a series on repairing clothing. I chose simple repairs, that you can do at home with either a sewing machine or by hand. Narita-san […]
Denim Repair | 9 and 17 Years of Wear
I have had a few requests over the last few months for repair information and how-to’s. Who better to ask about repairs than Osaka’s own Mr. Narita from Brown Tabby. […]
Boots Almanac Issue 1 – A reader contributed selection
Kapital | Century Jeans 7S (Sumi) 5 Months
I picked these up in September of 2012 at the Kobe release. I have been pretty kind to this pair, and the wear has been much less intense compared with […]
Albuquerque 2nd and Final Run.
Info Albuquerque will be limited to 10 pairs. This is a first-come first-served basis. If you want to commit to buy a pair please email me and follow the process […]
Albuquerque People
This is a way of saying thanks to the people who bought the Albuquerque Jeans. I tried to personally meet as many of the people who purchased a pair in […]
Kapital | Summer 2013 – Diamonds in the Rough
Summer for Kapital is a hazy Aloha-spirited trip around Ohau. From verdant coastline and palm tree-lined streets to, a military airport and a temple garden. There is also a surprise […]
Koromo | What is Koromo?… Factory and Concept
衣 or Koromo is an extraordinary clothing and accessories company based in Kyoto. I am sure there are so many other companies that aspire to be this excellent. This company […]
Osaka | Brown Tabby – Used Clothing and Repair Shop
In the heart of 河内木綿 (Kawachi cotton) country, Brown Tabby is located amongst the industry and factories of Higashi Osaka. An area with a long history of workwear, dating back […]
John Lofgren & Co. | Ashida Shirt & Albuquerque Jeans Progress
John Lofgren recently produced this extraordinary shirt of shibui origins. The fabric is Bingo Kasuri woven in Fukuyama, Hiroshima; a product that has a long history. A time consuming process, […]
Kapital | Century Denim 5S (Progress)
After almost continuous wear, switching between these and my Albuquerque jeans for over 6 months now I am quite impressed with the wear and fading on this denim. Like I […]
NO Shoes – Footwear For Your Brain
Taizo and his label “NO Shoes” is pretty much unknown outside of Japan. His products are clever and cool. His mens shoes are refined but with each different pair there […]
