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The < JFW JAPAN CREATION / Premium Textile Japan > shows, both of which organised by Japan Fashion Week Organization (JFW), will be held on December 7 and 8 over two days at the Tokyo International Forum in the Yurakucho area of Tokyo.

Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the JFW-JC show will host numerous exhibitors (including two new entries) representing the major textile regions on this occasion. We are delighted to introduce highlighted exhibitors as follows.

TEXSIL <J-50> ＊New exhibitor

Promoting the NEO Noto Jofu

TEXSIL (CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY - NAKANOTO TOWN), from Ishikawa Prefecture, will mark their initial participation by a group at JFW-JC. Despite the slump in sales and production caused by the COVID-19 crisis, the group successfully refined and launched a new texture fabric - ‘NEO Noto Jofu’ – which is set to be showcased at the show this time around. Its main goals for the show are as follows: researching trends in market demand, expanding its sales channels and promoting ‘Noto Jofu;’ traditional woven textiles as a key component of regional resources.

TEXSIL is a collective of volunteer members from the area who are well-skilled weaving technicians working in textile development. They are constantly striving to launch newly developed textiles towards the global market, while respecting long-fostered tradition, manufacturing spirit and - above all - the much-beloved Noto Jofu.

On this occasion, they are pleased to introduce ‘NEO Noto Jofu’, a crepe & satin fabric, which optimises all the natural qualities of linen in garments that are also easy-care and easy-wear. In the same range, meanwhile, the stretch items are made with ECO stretch yarns, giving them moderate thickness and resilience. Finally, the new textured dobby fabric, featuring the traditional Noto Jofu motif, represents a modern image originating from Japan.

TOYAMA TEXTILE & FASHION ASSOCIATION　<J-41>

Also introducing SDGs-related products

On this occasion, 16 companies and one association representing the TOYAMA TEXTILE & FASHION ASSOCIATION are set to join the fair. As Toyama prefecture’s textile industry has evolved, manufacturing of textiles and warp-knitted fabrics has emerged alongside a range of other highly-functional and sensitive fabrics meeting industrial applications and reflecting long-fostered and traditional technicity.

Other areas of focus have been product development centring on ceaseless efforts towards a: ‘further enriched society and more comfortable lives’, by leveraging excellent planning ability and processing techniques for sportswear and flat-knitted fabrics.

This year, product ranges on show include high-function sportswear alongside SDGs-related materials, namely fabrics recycled from polyester raw materials. These, in turn, are regenerated from materials and yarn waste used and collected from factories. Certain companies enhance and propose their business USPs, like a made-to-order service and assuming risk by selling only the required volume for less waste. Many have also spearheaded product development utilising natural fibres and nature-derived components that are both environmentally and people-friendly – highlights set to go on show at the fair. The association also plans to organise a private online exhibition in parallel.

HAMACHIRIMEN INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION <J-75>

Showcasing both ecological textiles and crepe denim

YOSHIMASA ORIMONO CO., LTD. from HAMACHIRIMEN INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION produces 100% silk Hamachirimen fabrics in-house via an integrated production system from warp/weft yarns to weaving. They also handle fabric widths across the board, from single-width rolls for kimono to fabrics 110-130cm wide for apparel applications. Among items awaiting visitors: an eco-friendly silk named <NecoS>, which is produced by eliminating chemical agents from all production processes, 100% silk fabric, washable in home washing machines and original brand apparel products using the same silk material.

NANKYU CHIRIMEN CO., LTD. also has a comprehensive manufacturing system, from yarns to textiles, which excels in customising textures and creases, including various twisting methods on demand. Look out for their recently expanded repertoire, which now incorporates natural fibres alongside basic silks. Highlights this time around include naturally creased crepe denim, woven with rope-dyed cotton yarns for denim and original water-laid hard-twist yarns combined, for moderate stretchability with a light/dry touch. And last but not least, crepe moiré items using hard-twist silk and linen yarns.

Bishu Style <J-14>

Promoting sustainable wool fabrics

GODAI CO., LTD. exhibiting in the Bishu Style corner, plans to showcase casual-taste fabrics such as cotton, linen, silk and animal hair items beside their key product of wool. Cotton-wool ONI serge is a twill fabric; intentionally uneven and woven with wool warp and cotton weft. The range also includes tumbler-finished silk-linen and cotton-silk suede. KIMURAKAZU KEORI CO., LTD. will focus on stand-out items centring on hard-twist yarn variations, including wool fabrics using non-mulesing yarns and two-way lightweight fabrics; blending wool super raw yarn and cupro for an expressive surface feel that lasts.

TOKIDA KEORI CO., LTD. has production bases both in Japan and overseas. They have been working on environment-conscious manufacturing starting from raw wool to textile finishing and are now preparing to showcase environmentally aware fabrics as well as the best in comfortable and versatile materials. Specialised in woven/circular/warp-knitted fabrics, NAKATAKA KEORI CO., LTD. will promote eco/sustainable materials and wool fabrics optimising multiple finishing techniques and aslo using premium raw materials, alongside fabrics retaining diverse aspects via finishing and structures. KE’KEN TEXTILE TESTING & CERTIFICATION CENTER, will introduce and explain the feature of animal hair fabrics alongside various testing methods, while promoting their approaches for realization of sustainable societies.

Milliken & Company Polartec (USA) <J-49>

High-performance & environment-conscious products

Polartec, USA is the first company worldwide to develop fleece material and has been blazing a trail in the functional fabric field as a pioneer. Indeed, the company already has a quarter-century of experience in recycling fleece and has long striven to produce sustainably. What sets them apart is the ability to bring both elements together: ‘high-performance and environmentally friendly’ fabrics.

On this occasion, they are set to showcase <Power Air>; a new revolutionary insulating material featuring a knit construction, unlike brushed fleece. Fibres are enclosed in a bubble-like knit structure, which encapsulates air to retain warmth. Given the non-brushed feature, it can also be adapted to the marine microplastic pollution issues. <Polartec Alpha> is a new-concept insulation: conventional down and wadding for spun-bond/high-density material raises the risk of unwanted bulges. Alpha, conversely, as an ultra-breathable material, delivers consistent and non-stuffy warmth. < Micro Classic >, for example, is where fleece technicity converges. This basic fleece material, lightweight, bulky and 100% recycled, retains excellent heat retention and breathability.

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