Author: Jane
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Substitutes for Asahi Kasei’s cupro lining
The effects of the Asahi Kasei fire that occurred in April 2022 are still lingering, and cupro linings are out of stock or have been discontinued. Recently, some product numbers have been produced smoothly, and there are signs that they are gradually arriving, but this time we would like to introduce some of the substitutes Read more
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VANCET Sevenberry 2026 Spring Summer Exhibition: Denim takes the Spotlight
ApparelX Insights team was able to visit VANCET/SEVENBERRY exhibition of 2026 Spring Summer Collection, and here is a quick report on the latest offerings and highlights. Sojitz Fashion Sojitz Fashion is a textile trading company under the Sojitz Group, known for its strong foundation in cotton fabrics. Over the years, it has evolved into a Read more
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Visiting Iris Button Factories
In June, the ApparelX Insight team had the opportunity to visit Iris, one of Japan’s leading button manufacturers. Known for producing all of their products in-house—from raw material development to design, production, and final sales—Iris operates several domestic factories. We visited three out of their five Japan-based facilities, all located in Gunma Prefecture. Nitta Factory Read more
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Top Japanese Fabric Manufacturer: Masuda
Last week, ApparelX Insight had the opportunity to attend the Masuda Seminar, where we gained deeper insight into the brand and its product offerings. Founded in 1927, Masuda boasts nearly a century of history—98 years of excellence in fabric manufacturing. Today, the company offers more than 200 stock fabrics in an impressive 3,500 color variations. Read more
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Japanese Fabric Manufacturer: Japan Stretch
This time, we would like to introduce Japan Stretch to you, a Japanese fabric manufacturer carries a wide range of stretchy fabrics. Japan Stretch As the name suggests, Japan Stretch Co., Ltd. develops and sells stretchy fabrics and products. Stretch materials that utilize 40 years of commitment to materials and know-how in planning, proposals, materials, Read more
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Japanese manufacturer: Arinobe – Natural fibers fabric
This time, we would like to introduce Arinobe, a popular fabric manufacturer at ApparelX! About Arinobe Arinobe engaged in a wide range of activities, including the producing and developing fabrics, and the stock holding of original textiles, focusing on yarn-dyed textiles. Arinobe also operate a logistics business with their own warehouse, which is easily accessible Read more
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Sanwa Seni: Functional Fabrics
This time, let us introduce Sanwa Seni, a newer Japanese fabric manufacturer on ApparelX, a brand carries a wide variety of functional fabrics. Sanwa Seni Sanwa Seni is a fabric wholesaler founded in 1927.Their headquarter is in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo. The following is a quote from their website. With the motto of “S” = SURPRISE Read more
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Synthetic leather and eco fur: Introducing PLANETA and GINGA
Recent manufacturers on ApparelX This time, let take a quick look on 2 more recent manufacturers on ApparelX, Planeta and Ginga, and their main products, which are synthetic leather and eco fur. PLANETA (Takashima Shoji) The PLANETA brand is an original brand of Takashima Shoji, which mainly handles synthetic leather and eco fur. They create Read more
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Octa® Fabric and its usage
Among ApparelX’s fabrics, Octa® seems very popular recently, so we would like to write an article about this fabric so everyone can have a better understanding about Octa® fabric’s feature. What is Octa®? It is a “lightweight fiber with atypical hollow cross-section” developed by Teijin Frontier Co., Ltd. It is a unique material that has Read more
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Not just vintage zippers: Introducing Asahi Zipper’s C-ZIP
While Asahi’s vintage zippers are well known, there are many other style available as well. In this article, let’s talk about Asahi’s CZIP zipper, as well as things to note when ordering and what you need know. C-ZIP This is a rare zipper that is a reproduction of a zipper from about 100 years ago.It Read more