■Product Details■

• Era: Mid-Showa period (circa 1940s–50s)

• Material: Cotton

This pair of monpe pants features beautiful indigo-dyed kasuri patterns, representing a quintessential piece of mid-Showa era Japanese workwear. Once worn as noragi—practical garments for daily farmwork—these pants now carry a quiet dignity shaped by time.

What makes this piece special is its rare oversized fit, a feature not often found in vintage monpe. The elastic waistband and cuffs offer comfort and flexibility, easily adapting to modern-day lifestyles.

Two front patch pockets enhance its practicality, making it suitable not only as loungewear but also as part of a thoughtful, layered everyday outfit.

The fabric has been repeatedly washed and worn, resulting in a beautifully faded indigo hue and a soft, deep texture that can only come from decades of use. Visible repairs and stitching details lend it a unique boro aesthetic—an expression of Japanese textile philosophy that embraces imperfection and preservation.

In recent years, traditional Japanese noragi workwear like this has been increasingly appreciated worldwide, especially among those drawn to slow fashion and sustainable living.
For those weary of fast consumption, garments like this—imbued with character and history—offer more than utility; they offer a way of life.

Though vintage, these pants pair beautifully with contemporary pieces like T-shirts or simple shirts, making them wearable as casual everyday wear with an edge.

This is a one-of-a-kind vintage monpe.
We highly recommend it to those looking to bring the spirit of Japanese folk clothing into their daily wardrobe.

Please note: This item will be shipped compressed and may arrive with wrinkles.

■Size■

• Waist (measured with elastic slightly stretched): approx. 100 cm / 39.4 in

• Inseam: approx. 65.5 cm / 25.8 in

• Hem width (measured with elastic slightly stretched): approx. 20 cm / 7.9 in

• Total length: approx. 93 cm / 36.6 in

Please allow for slight measurement variations.

■Condition■

This item has visible damage and handmade repairs throughout.
Some stitching may be loose or unfinished in places.
As a vintage garment, it is not suitable for those unfamiliar with the nature of aged clothing.

Note: We have washed the item twice. A slight vintage odor remains. We do not accept returns or exchanges for issues such as damage, fading, or scent after purchase. Please order only if you understand and accept these conditions.