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OJI FIBER's World-Class Kamino Yarn OJO + x WACRA Collaboration Project Washi cotton set-up", an evolutionary piece of clothing that transcends generations Pre-order sales of the "Washi Cotton Setup," an evolutionary piece of clothing that transcends generations, begin at Makuake

SUSTAINABLE JAPAN STYLE

株式会社WACRA

WACRA Corporation (Location: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Chikashi Akamatsu) is now accepting pre-orders for the "Washi Cotton Setup," developed in collaboration with Oji Fiber's world-class "Kami no Ito OJO+" and WACRA Design, on the support purchase service website "Makekake Pre-orders will be accepted until January 30, 2024 (Tuesday).


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Makuake" support purchase service site

http://www.makuake.com/project/wacra_set_up/



(1) [Clothes that return to the soil made of 100% natural materials

The crystallization of the functionality derived from natural materials and the superior Japanese technology that draws it out.


(2) [Durability and meticulous sewing

(2) [Durability and meticulous sewing] Shaping the desire for customers to continue wearing our products for a long time beyond generations.


(3) [Designs derived from Japanese tradition

Brushed up the cut of Japanese traditional kimono that everyone, young and old, men and women, can look good in today's world.


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WACRA and Kaminoito OJO+, a world-class domestic Japanese paper yarn manufacturer Oji Fiber, have collaborated to develop a woven washi cotton version of "Clothes that Return to the Earth. This new washi cotton item has evolved to be softer, lighter and more durable.


Characteristics of "Clothes that Return to the Soil


Currently, much of the clothing waste in Japan is disposed of as waste. It is difficult to eliminate all of it right now, but this project takes advantage of the characteristics of 100% natural materials to reduce the amount of microplastic waste when washing, reduce toxic gases when incinerating, and biodegrade and return to the soil even after burial. We believe that it is not a dream to change the world in a cool Japanese way, and we are actively distributing what we can do now both domestically and internationally.


What is WACRA?

WACRA is a coined word combining WA (wa), meaning Japan, and CRAFT, meaning craftsmanship.


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Our mission is to inherit the excellent Japanese techniques, materials and craftsmanship, and to distribute SUSTAINABLE JAPAN STYLE, which is characterized by Genderless/Ageless/Timeless design, to the world.


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Everything is born from the earth, and everything will return to the earth in the end.

We are developing "clothes that return to the earth" that inherit and evolve from the good old Japanese clothing culture, using 100% natural fibers in fabrics, weaves, and laundry names. Our ultimate goal is to establish zero waste fashion.


Circulation Tag Initiative


Buying WACRA clothes is connected to the act of taking care of the earth.

Scrap materials and products with WACRA circulation tags that are no longer used are collected, upcycled and downcycled together with the Natural Fiber Recycling International Association (NICO), and finally returned to the soil.


WACRA Design Features


What is new Washi cotton?

Washi Cotton" combines the good parts of "Washi" and "Cotton".


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Washi" has the features of [antibacterial], [deodorant], [water-absorbing and quick-drying] and so on, so it is light, clean, odor-absorbing and strong. In addition, it is said to be UV-cut and gentle to the skin.


Cotton is good for smoothness, water absorbency, and moisture retention. UV cut and the effect on the skin are characteristics of general Japanese paper, and have not been tested on this product.


Shin Washi Cotton is a light and soft hybrid woven fabric that can only be made in Japan, blending Japanese paper and cotton with exquisite craftsmanship and combining the best parts of both.


Usage scenarios


This is the strongest item that is easy to match with any item and looks great just by wearing it smoothly.


Returns


We have prepared returns for those who share WACRA's vision, and for those who want to wear them in a full-body coordination more like WACRA, as a set for a discount.



Project Outline

Project name: Everyone can look good. Born from the wisdom and craftsmanship of our ancestors and returned to the earth,

         Washi cotton haori and hakama|evolution and rebirth!

Period: Wednesday, December 27, 2023 - Tuesday, January 30, 2024

URL: https://www.makuake.com/project/wacra_set_up/



<About Returned Items

Popular Returns BEST3

27,000 yen (tax included): [Super-Ultra Early Bird Discount] New Washi Cotton Haori Middle Single Item 26% OFF

52,300 yen (tax included): [Super Set Discount] New Washi Cotton Haori Long and Hakama Pants Setup 33%OFF

27,800 yen (tax included): [Super-early-bird discount] New Washi cotton haori long single item 26%OFF



Company Profile

Name: WACRA Co.

Representative: Chikashi Akamatsu, President

Location : 6-23-13 Oyama, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

Establishment : August 5, 2019

Capital :3 million