The Dougi Hitomezashi Jacket seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, ideal for layering during warm spring and summer days. Crafted with meticulous Hitomezashi patterns, this jacket showcases an intricate Sashiko-inspired design that not only elevates style but also offers exceptional comfort. Made from high-quality cotton and produced by a family-owned Japanese manufacturer known for their historical craftsmanship, this piece is perfect for those seeking unique, cultural fashion statements.
From the brand: Introducing Dougi Hitomezashi (
一目刺し
) Jacket. Dougi jackets were traditionally used for training in Japanese martial arts. This modern Dougi Jacket featuring Hitomezashi patterns are comfortable and perfect for layering or to throw on over a shirt on a warm spring or summer day.
“Hitome” meaning “one stitch” - Hitomezashi is a form of Sashiko that is based on a pattern of straight lines. The stitches can be joined together or cross each other. Hitomezashi uses Sashiko thread or Kogin Sashiko thread to increase the ‘plump grain of rice’ effect of the stitches.
These particular Hitomezashi Haori Jackets are Manufactured by Miwa Orimono in Japan, it is the only company in Japan that has kept this special jacquard machine from the 1940s. These machines are so intricate and old, one machine stitches only 1 meter (approx. 1 yard) of fabric in an hour. Owner Kenichi Oohazama is the 4th generation in this family business.
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Cotton Fabric
Origin of Fabric: Japan
Product #: VK40
Code: WP25
Sizes (approximate flat measurements)
4
Chest: 25"
Shoulder-Shoulder: 27"
Length: 37"
Sleeve Length: 16"
Sleeve Opening: 9"
Bottom: 27"
5
Chest: 26"
Shoulder-Shoulder: 28"
Length: 40"
Sleeve Length: 17"
Sleeve Opening: 9"
Bottom: 28"
*Male Model is 6' wearing a men's medium (No. 3)
