One of the most exciting aspects of working with the best Japanese mills in the world is being able to witness innovative denim research. On a recent visit to the Kuroki mill in Japan they showed us an intricate fabric development that used gold mix weft yarn, instead of the usual undied cotton, along with the same indigo-dyed thread that is used in their selvedge denim. Though the pattern possibilities are endless, Kuroki used a skull design to test. The fabric has been designed to wash down beautifully with samples in indigo and black. Each shows great potential for a unique patina.

The fabric is still in developmental stages, but simply bearing witness to the ancient Japanese founders’ continued drive to incorporate traditional selvedge denim with the latest techniques in innovative designs is proof that Japan remains the leader in quality denim.

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