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Japanese Denim

Japanese denim fabric is renowned worldwide for its exceptional quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. It's considered some of the finest denim available, highly sought after by denim enthusiasts and fashion connoisseurs.

What makes Japanese denim special is the way it's made. Japanese denim mills often use traditional, time-honoured techniques, such as shuttle looms, to create denim that is dense, durable, and has a distinctive texture. These old-school looms produce denim with a tighter weave, resulting in a fabric that fades beautifully over time and develops unique characteristics with wear.

Additionally, Japanese denim is often made with high-quality, natural materials like long-staple cotton, which gives it a soft yet sturdy feel. The dyeing process is also meticulously done, often using natural indigo dyes, resulting in rich, deep hues that fade gracefully with each wash and wear.

Denim enthusiasts appreciate Japanese denim not just for its quality but also for the story behind it. Many Japanese denim brands have a rich heritage, often rooted in the country's history of textile craftsmanship. This combination of tradition, attention to detail, and quality materials has earned Japanese denim a reputation as some of the best in the world.

So, when you hear about Japanese denim fabric, think of beautifully crafted, durable denim with a unique texture and exceptional fading charac­te­ristics—­a true favourite among denim lovers and collectors alike.

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Japanese Denim - 13oz - Indigo
Part number
2404CF22

Japanese Denim - 13oz - Indigo

93cm wide, 100% cotton 13oz indigo deadstock denim with a red selvedge. Woven in Japan.
Price incl. VAT
£17.50 per metre
Japanese Denim - 13oz - Dark Indigo
Part number
2404CF23

Japanese Denim - 13oz - Dark Indigo

93cm wide, 100% cotton 13oz dark indigo deadstock denim with a red selvedge. Woven in Japan.
Price incl. VAT
£17.50 per metre
Japanese Denim - 11.9oz - Indigo
Part number
2404CF21

Japanese Denim - 11.9oz - Indigo

81cm wide, 100% cotton 11.9oz indigo deadstock denim with a red selvedge. Woven in Japan.
Price incl. VAT
£17.50 per metre
Japanese Denim - 13.6oz - Indigo
Part number
2404CF20

Japanese Denim - 13.6oz - Indigo

83cm wide, 100% cotton 13.6oz indigo deadstock denim with a gold selvedge. Woven in Japan.
Price incl. VAT
£17.50 per metre
Japanese Denim - 13.6oz - Dark Indigo
Part number
2404CF19

Japanese Denim - 13.6oz - Dark Indigo

80cm wide, 100% cotton 13.6oz dark indigo deadstock denim with a red selvedge. Woven in Japan.
Price incl. VAT
£17.50 per metre
Japanese Denim - 10.9oz - Mid Blue
Part number
2404CF18

Japanese Denim - 10.9oz - Mid Blue

88cm wide, 100% cotton 10.9oz mid blue deadstock denim with a green selvedge. Woven in Japan.
Price incl. VAT
£17.50 per metre