Samurai Jeans Indigo Sashiko Shirt Men's Diamond Stitch Sashiko Long Sleeve Button Up Work Shirt SSS23-SSK

This long sleeve button up shirt is made in Japan and produced by Samurai Jeans. Samurai Jeans is a modern denim label established in 1998 based in Osaka, Japan. Samurai Jeans's products are introduced Japanese craftsmanship and contemporary elements into american classic clothing making. The pattern construction of this indigo sashiko shirt is modeled after traditional American workwear (vintage work shirts) with classic design, but this sashiko weave dobby shirt has been re-designed with the Samurai Jeans's brand own detailing, contemporary interpretation and modernize fit for a more casual look and fashion purpose. The beauty of this piece is the balance of classic construction and modern updates from Samurai Jeans. Made of a 100% cotton unlined, single-ply, one-washed medium weight Japanese indigo sashiko fabric with diamond shape all-over pattern running-stitching which gives the shirt a traditional Japanese textile effect. This fabric has a drier, stiffer feel and crisp texture reminiscent of vintage workwear. And this indigo shirt features a front closure with seven die cast metal buttons, regular collar, two chest flap pockets with button closure, back yoke, side gussets on side hem and the chainstitch runoff which hang from the side seam on hem. This product is made for Japanese market and made for Japanese clothing sizes. And this long-sleeve shirt is originally intended to wear as a stylish modern fit (Not too tight or Not loose) with shorter in the body length for a more fashion-forward looks. Samurai Jeans has made the fit slimmer and shorter length compared with vintage examples, making it more fashionable for modern styles. It is perfect to wear alone or as a base layer with a jacket(outerwear). This long sleeve modern casual shirt is new original creations by Samurai Jeans.

Gender : Men.

Fit : This product is Japan size (Asian size), which tends to run smaller than US and EU standard size. As a guide, Tagged size Japan M would fit better on a US/EU S/36. And this shirt is cut to wear as a stylish modern fit (Not too tight or Not loose) with shorter in the body length for a more fashion-forward looks. Samurai Jeans has made the fit slimmer and shorter length compared with vintage examples, making it more fashionable for modern styles. Please also refer to the following actual measurement of the garment itself to choose the right size. Fits may vary by style or personal preference.

Our model wears a tagged size Japan M and is 175 cm/5'9″tall, 59 kg/130 lbs and 91 cm/36" chest. He normally wears size US/EU S/36.

Sizes available.

・Tagged size Japan S : would fit better on a US/EU XS/34

・Tagged size Japan M : would fit better on a US/EU S/36

・Tagged size Japan L : would fit better on a US/EU M/38

・Tagged size Japan XL : would fit better on a US/EU L/40

・Tagged size Japan XXL : would fit better on a US/EU XL/42


The following provides approximate garment measurements. (Not body measurements)
Please compare actual garment measurements of our product to another you may own.

・Tagged size Japan S (US/EU XS/34)__Width: 18.9"__Length: 25.2"__Sleeve: 31.5"__Shoulder: 15.7"
・Tagged size Japan M (US/EU S/36)__Width: 20.1"__Length: 26.4"__Sleeve: 32.9"__Shoulder: 16.9"
・Tagged size Japan L (US/EU M/38)__Width: 20.9"__Length: 27.6"__Sleeve: 34.1"__Shoulder: 17.7"
・Tagged size Japan XL (US/EU L/40)__Width: 21.7"__Length: 28.7"__Sleeve: 35.0"__Shoulder: 18.1"
・Tagged size Japan XXL (US/EU XL/42)__Width: 22.4"__Length: 29.9"__Sleeve: 36.2"__Shoulder: 18.9"

Width is half chest.
Lay the clothing flat and measure 3 cm under the armhole. Measure from side to side.

Made in Japan.
Brand-new, new condition with tags.
*All measurements are taken with the garment flat on the ground.
*Sleeve length is taken from the center back of the neck.
*Please understand that measurements may vary somewhat.
*Note that actual color may be slightly different from one in the photo.

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Fabric Type : Made of a 100% cotton unlined, single-ply, one-washed medium weight Japanese indigo sashiko fabric with diamond shape all-over pattern running-stitching which gives the shirt a traditional Japanese textile effect. This fabric has a drier, stiffer feel and crisp texture reminiscent of vintage workwear. 100% cotton Japanese sashiko style jacquard fabric with diamond shape pattern running-stitching. This fabric is woven on specialized jacquard looms to recreate traditional Japanese sashiko fabric. Sashiko (little stabs or little pierce) is originally a type of traditional Japanese embroidery or stitching used for the functional reinforcement of clothing and fabric, but was also highly valued for its decorative beauty. Sashiko fabric is known for its unmatched durability, and is widely used in protective gear for Judo, Kendo, and Aikido arts. For this shirt, the base fabric is woven with indigo-dyed yarn, and then diamond shape pattern has been running-stitched with white color thread on the indigo base fabric. This fabric has an uneven surface and ruggedly texture from cotton fibers. And this shirt has been washed once for the fashionable vintage feel and look. Pre washed, minimal shrinkage. And the more you wear, the more indigo fabric will fade beautifully. It is perfect to wear alone or as a base layer with a outerwear.

Types of garment closure (Placket type) : 7 buttons on front opening. Full-button closure (Front placket, Front button closure) with vertical button holes. Buttons are 2-holes die cast metal buttons with engraved decoration.

Collar Type : Regular collar with collar stand for crisper appearance.

Cuffs Type : Single button cuffs with sleeve placket (cuff slit). Cuff slit let you take the shirt off and put it on easily.

Bottom hem type : Rounded shirttails with side gussets. Curved hem (shirt tail). Side gussets on shirt hem and the triple twisted thread chainstitch runoff which hang from the side seam on hem. A gusset is a piece of fabric which adds durability to a section of a garment. For this shirt, gussets are seen at the point where the side seams meet the hem. The chainstitch runoff (triple twisted threads which hang from the side seam on hem). This detail can be seen on rare vintage workwear shirts as well as modern reproductions.

Pocket : Two chest flap pockets with button closure. The upper pocket corners are bar tacked for extra strength.

Yoke type : Straight yoke. A shirt yoke is made from two layers of fabric for durability. Reinforced double-layers shoulder yoke for greater durability at at stress points.

Back of the Shirt : No pleats for easy ironing and clean lines.

Sleeve Style : Set-in sleeves.

Sleeve Length : Long sleeves.

Other details : The inside of pocket flap, inside cuff, inside collar and inside right side front placket are lined with cotton broadcloth fabric for reinforcement. You'll find the union tag on the inside of the shirttail. Key areas are triple-stitching and rolled seams for superior strength. Since this item is indigo-dyed, it's prone to crocking, or color transfer, so wear (and wash) it with dark colors till it's worn in.

Model name : SSS23-SSK Samurai Jeans Men's Casual Fashion Mediumweight Long Sleeve Button Up Shirt with Classical and Fashionable Forms of Vintage Clothing and Workwear / Mens Long Sleeve Medium-weight Indigo-dyed Sashiko Shirt / Long-Sleeved Indigo Shirt / Japanese Indigo dyed Long-sleeved Work Shirt for Men.

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