Born in the fields of Japan, this piece has traveled through time to find you.
Vertical-stripe cotton on the outside. A deep, moody green lining within.
When you hold this, you are not buying the past — you are choosing a companion for the next 10, 20 years.

Noragi was the working garment of rural Japan. Its design was not driven by aesthetics — it was shaped by necessity, available materials, and the accumulated decisions of the person who made it. That is why no two are alike.

Global demand for Japan vintage has grown steadily and significantly over the past decade. Collectors and buyers across Europe and the United States are drawn to noragi for everything fast fashion is not: one of a kind, handmade, rooted in land and labor, built to last. Its rarity only grows with time.

In an era of mass production, a hand-stitched garment that survived decades of real use carries a presence that cannot be manufactured. As an everyday outer layer, a collector's piece, or even a textile art object — authentic handcraft belongs in your life.

Explore more noragi in our collection:
→ View the Noragi Collection at NAMBA SHOUTEN

■ Design Details

Vertical-stripe cotton meets a black velvet collar — two contrasting textures that give this noragi an unmistakable presence. Then there is the green lining: the moment you flip it open, the contrast between the striped exterior and that deep, quiet green delivers a genuine surprise. Open front, relaxed chest width, shorter sleeve length — a silhouette that speaks naturally to contemporary styling.

■ How to Wear It Today

Layer it over wide-leg denim or linen trousers and the Japan vintage atmosphere arrives instantly. Pair with a white tee or turtleneck and the stripe becomes the focal point of a clean, minimal look. Wear the green lining facing out for a reversible effect that only those in the know will recognize. This is slow fashion made wearable — the style that vintage lovers around the world are searching for.

■ Specifications

Era: Early Showa era
Origin: Japan
Material: Cotton
Exterior: Vertical stripe
Collar: Black velvet
Lining: Green cotton

■ Measurements

※ Measurements are approximate. Minor variance may occur.

■ Condition

Shows damage and stitch loss consistent with age and use. This is a vintage piece — signs of wear are part of its history.

Please do not purchase if you are uncomfortable with the natural characteristics of aged garments.

This item has been laundered twice by us. A faint vintage scent may remain. Any damage, scent, or changes that occur after washing or wearing cannot be accepted for return or exchange. By placing an order, you confirm your understanding of these conditions.

Items are compressed for international shipping and may arrive with creasing. Other items and props shown in photos are not included.

→ Browse the full Noragi collection at NAMBA SHOUTEN