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Traditionally, Sashiko fabric is one of the most well known Japanese fabrics. With Japan Blue’s modern vision, they have managed to reinvent the classic!

This version of their unique Sashiko shorts has such a strong vertical appearance ! Up close you can see and feel the irregular pattern of super dark indigo threads contrasting against the lighter shades. With time, you will see the many shades of beautiful indigo appear as the fabric ages to a modern look.

To create such a fabric, JB use vintage machines with various shades of indigo thread to slowly weave the unique texture.

With the vintage universal zip and functional, slim fit cut these are some serious shorts for your casual ‘indigo days’!

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Here we have some seriously comfy shorts for your summer fits!

Created using vintage machines, the lightweight indigo dyed chambray fabric will age to a soulful soft look! The neppy texture will come to life and not to mention become super comfy!

With the minimal design, fastened back pocket and universal zip fly you can now enjoy indigo ageing in every season!

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Traditionally, Sashiko fabric is one of the most well known Japanese fabrics. With Japan Blue’s modern vision, they have managed to reinvent the classic!

This version of their unique Sashiko shorts has such a strong horizontal appearance and is much thicker than the standard version! Up close you can see and feel the irregular pattern of super dark indigo threads contrasting against the lighter shades. With time, you will see the many shades of beautiful indigo appear as the fabric ages to a modern look.

To create such a fabric, JB use vintage machines with various shades of indigo thread to slowly weave the unique texture.

With the vintage universal zip and functional, slim fit cut these are some serious shorts for your casual ‘indigo days’!

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Here we have some modern fitting chinos for your comfy summer season days!

The soft cotton twill fabric has been specially overdyed, with use you’ll see the fabric age to a vintage look with plenty of character soft character! Thanks to the 10oz fabric, you’ll stay cool and comfortable during warm weather!

In terms of fit, the slim tapered leg openings sit just over the knee for a 'not to short but not to long' look. The functional 5 pocket design gives you plenty of space for your wallet, phone and other belongings!

If you are looking to try some quality made in Japan gear for the warmer seasons, these come at a friendly price are a great choice for you!

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The 0606 features the exact same cutting of the JB 0601 but different fabric! Perfect for those who have bigger thighs and prefer the slim fit silhouette. This is their latest hi-tapered fit which has a more accommodating thigh, higher rise and slightly smaller leg opening compared to the classic tapered fit from JB. The surface of the denim is smooth and features a slightly textured feeling. Made from JB’s specially created denim fabric (50% American cotton and %50 Zimbabwe cotton), you can expect to see very soulful, vintage indigo dyed ageing characteristics with longtime wear! 

This is a great option for those who are looking to try something special for their first pair of real ‘Made in Japan’ artisan denim!

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In Japan, some people recognised best Dobby knitting fabric as “Western Sashiko” , today we would like to introduce you a new pair of Japan Blue "Indigo Dobby” Shorts which fits comfortable & perfectly for summer time!

The fabric is slowly knitted from old knitting machine but not just discharge printed, the Indigo Blue is sulfur dyed which will also age gradually with wears & washes. This is a perfect pair of Beach Shorts which has short vertical length , if you are looking for some quality beach shorts, this is a perfect pair for you!

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This is the final pair of quality shorts we prepare for your 2016 summer time, folks! Compares to its beauty & quality, the price just makes me feels like "Christmas is coming earlier this year!"

We don't really need any more further descriptions (AIN'T NO MO') as we think? They are some true beauty that you can not ignore huh?!

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Japan Blue "Military Camo" Shorts are inspired from vintage U.S camo shorts but in a modern fit! They are made of medium weight cotton twills which is slowly weaved from old machine. Colors are over-dyed which will age gradually with wears & washes to a vintage look.

This is a perfect pair of camo shorts with really friendly price for Australia hot summer!

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Spring is down here then summer is not far around… We have Japan Blue "Heavy Twills" Charcoal Shorts in stock for you!

The fabric is amazing! Compares with other Japan Blue's we had, "Heavy Twills" one has a heavier weight (similar kind of feeling as 12oz denim),however, the fabric has been softened up so even you have a plan to wear them in very hot summer, we guarantee they will be really comfortable as well as others!

This is a pair of shorts that you can even match with high-end blazer in Spring time, if you are a minimalism, this is a great choice for you!

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For Australia 2016SS， Japan Blue delivers us a new pair of "Indigo Man" denim which is perfect for Australia humid weathers!

"Indigo Man" 0472 is made with long fiber African cotton, the natural color of cotton is some brownish color, with wears, the denims will age to a vintage look due to the natural color of cotton. The denim is some left hand twills so you will enjoy a stronger vertical textures come up nicely throughout time if you compare it with others!

It is a great pair of Japanese denims to start with if you have never tried any Japanese denims before!

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The summer is approaching, we guess many of you are preparing some nice beach shorts for some sunny beach days? Today we would like to introduce you a pair of "Dobby Stripes" Indigo shorts from Japan!

The pattern of "Dobby Stripes" is slowly knitted from old knitting machine but not just discharge printed, the Indigo Blue is sulfur dyed which will also age gradually with wears & washes. This is a perfect pair of Beach Shorts which has short vertical length , if you are looking for some quality beach shorts, this is a perfect pair for you!

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Japan Blue 8oz Fake Pullover Denim Shirt is inspired by some 1930s French pullover shirt.The original design of French pullover shirt only has buttons in collar,however,Japan Blue re-create it to a modern look with buttons down style and more practical for daily wears.

The Japanese 8oz denim is made of long fiber Zimbabwe cotton which has beige colored weft and grand indigo dyed warp. This kind of denim is also called "Military Denim" which was used for US Military long time ago.

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