Japanese Denim Brands

Didn’t you hear? Japanese denim is de facto the best. For some time now, “Denimhead” fanatics have been extolling his virtues. In Kojima, Okayama, there is a whole lively and lively scene with around 40 creatives alone. But what are the best Japanese denim brands? And why Japan?

In a severe stroke of fate or Stockholm syndrome, Americana cool became stylish in Japan after the end of World debate II.

But what makes Japanese denim so gorgeous is the way Japan, unlike the American industry, has kept traditional methods. Japanese denim uses traditional shuttle craft. In addition, hand sewing, riveting, some hand looms and even natural indigo dyeing are still used. These techniques are time-consuming, but they create elegant and unique textures and a product of the highest standard.

That’s why we’ve researched shuttle loom, curated it, and delivered high-quality selvedge content for us to enjoy. Sit back, relax and choose the best Japanese denim for men. We dare you. We dare you with double denim.

1. BRAND OVERALL JAPANESE DENIM: NAKED & FAMOUS SUPER GUY – MIJ9 – “TENNEN AI” NATURAL INDIGO SLUB SELVEDGE

These jeans are the real deal. The subtle linear pattern is the result of weaving two different indigo dyed natural threads. The use of natural indigo is a laborious fermentation process that involves the use of plant dyes in clay pots buried underground for up to a year. Like everything that is fermented, each batch offers a unique output of color, density and strength.

The slow-producing loom, of course, uses viscous denim, which gives the jeans extra zest. In addition, it is not sanforized (that is, it is not compressed and mechanically softened). Instead, the tempi will soften the fabric, avoiding shrinkage, but maintaining the texture expected with raw denim.

2. BEST BUDGET DENIM: WAX LONDON SLIM FIT JEANS

It’s time to welcome well-made trousers into your life that do not scream: “I paid hundreds of dollars for them and waited in line for 10 hours to get them.”Although this is the mood of some people, it will not work for them. If you need a pair of jeans to get through the day on a budget, say hello to some Wax London denim.

The fabric has been shaped by a slightly tapered leg to achieve a natural fit and feel. And the deep indigo tone will blend in and change over the years depending on the use (see FAQ on how to break raw Japanese denim jeans). But in its gloomy initial phase, it is indeed a smart customer.

3. BEST TRANSPARENT JAPANESE DENIM: ASKET THE RAW DENIM JEANS

Do you want to know where your denim comes from? And not just casually, oh, I’m wondering where these jeans are made, but it’s really imperative that I know where this copper rivet comes from. Then Asket is the brand of your dreams.

These chic jeans made of raw denim are made of well-traveled 100% organic cotton. Grown in Turkey, spun in Bangkok, dyed and woven in Hiroshima, Japan, and then finished in Yokohama, Japan. The jeans are then cut, sewn and finished in Italy.

Asket provides information about every factory, manufacturer and material along the way. And considering that Asket is based in Stockholm, this really emphasizes the ironically globalized nature of production, which makes it possible to produce the best Japanese denim jeans. A jacket that has traveled as far as this one deserves a well-traveled companion.