Brand profile
Japan Blue
Kojima-made selvedge denim label from the Collect mill and Momotaro family, pairing in-house shuttle-loomed fabric with modern fits.
KurashikiOrigin
UnisexFocus
Workwear / HeritageStyle
$$$Price
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What to know about Japan Blue
Japan Blue is a selvedge denim label founded in 2010 in Kojima, Kurashiki, by Hiroki Kishimoto under Japan Blue Co., Ltd., the vertically integrated group behind the Collect fabric mill and sister brand Momotaro Jeans. Positioned as the more accessible, export-minded sibling, it weaves proprietary denim on vintage shuttle looms in-house and cuts it into modern fits, including the ergonomic Circle Series, plus indigo-dyed shirting, workwear jackets and accessories. Japan Blue Group was acquired by Japanese private equity firm Karita & Company in January 2022. Stocked by Division Road, Cultizm, Clutch Cafe and Redcast Heritage.
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Brand facts
- Founded
- 2010
- Origin
- Kurashiki, Japan
- Price
- $$$
- Typical prices
- Jeans $234–$309 · Jackets $351–$413 · Trousers $220–$301
- Focus
- Unisex
- Styles
- Workwear / Heritage, Minimalist / Contemporary