For sale here is a pair of pants from the Japan Blue jeans label. Japan Blue is one of the lines manufactured by Rampuya, the same company that does the Momotaro label. Both labels are very strongly jeans and indigo oriented, producing exclusively in the Kojima area of Japan, although the Momotaro label is probably more widely known and releases a fuller range. Japan Blue focuses mostly on jeans and denim jackets, but the same high quality production standards are still very much there, as are the really detailed and unique fabrics.
This is Japan Blue’s take on the classic corduroy pants. Fabric is a 68% cotton, 29% polyester, 3% polyurethane blend. It is a medium weight in a nice shade of brown, the sort of thing that can work across a variety different fits and styles. Weight is also good for year round wear. This is a somewhat slim, straight leg fit which seems to be inspired by vintage 1960s style. In Japan this is often known as “ivy” style. This is an “ankle” fit, intentionally cut a bit shorter and meant to fall to the ankles.
Features a branded waistband button, rivets on the front pockets, heavy hickory stripe pockets, zip fly and custom rear leather patch. Construction is one of Rampuya’s strong points in my opinion, where they always build their piece super tough. All seams use tough chain stitching, and these pants should be able to take a beating pretty well.
Size is labeled a 33 and fits true. I measure the waist 33”, inseam at 27”, rise at 9” and opening at the bottom of the leg at 7”. The pants come in lightly used, very good shape with no holes, tears or stains. Made in Japan.
Shipping from Japan to anywhere will be $30.