{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-indigo-momohiki-work-pants-showa-era","title":"Vintage Japanese Indigo Cotton Momohiki Work Pants | Mid-Showa Era Traditional Workwear","description":"\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mid-Showa Period (circa 1950s-1960s)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese authentic vintage momohiki (股引) work pants date back to Japan's mid-Showa era and showcase the timeless beauty of traditional indigo-dyed cotton. The deep, rich indigo color and natural fabric texture embody the essence of Japanese textile heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMomohiki have been an essential part of Japanese workwear since the Edo period, worn by farmers, laborers, and festival participants. Their close-fitting design allows unrestricted movement while maintaining a clean silhouette—a perfect example of functional beauty in traditional Japanese clothing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese pants feature reinforcement patches on the interior front, demonstrating their practical construction and durability. The adjustable tie-waist design offers flexibility for different body types and wearing styles, reflecting the thoughtful craftsmanship of the era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aged cotton fabric and faded indigo patina carry a unique character impossible to replicate in modern garments—each wear mark tells a story of decades past.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSTYLING \u0026amp; USE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_ul_ua7qq_146\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with traditional noragi jackets or haori for an authentic Japanese workwear look\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for festival wear (matsuri costume)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent material for textile art, quilting, or fashion upcycling projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for collectors of Japanese vintage clothing and folk textiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_ul_ua7qq_146\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThigh Width: approx. 22cm (8.7\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHem Width: approx. 15.5cm (6.1\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Length: approx. 88cm (34.6\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease allow slight measurement variations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIMPORTANT FITTING NOTES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike conventional pants, momohiki wrap around the body and are secured with ties. There is no fixed waist or inseam measurement. Please use thigh and hem width as your primary size reference. Momohiki are traditionally worn fitted close to the leg, not loose or oversized. Please research proper wearing techniques if unfamiliar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_ul_ua7qq_146\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall good vintage condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome staining visible on interior reinforcement patches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all vintage items, please expect signs of age and previous use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCARE \u0026amp; SHIPPING NOTES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_ul_ua7qq_146\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem has been washed twice by us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage textiles may retain characteristic odors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill be shipped compressed; creasing may occur\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo returns or exchanges for odor, minor damage from washing\/wearing, or natural aging characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an authentic piece of Japanese cultural history. Only purchase if you appreciate and understand vintage textiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e↓↓↓↓↓\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_ua7qq_109\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nambashouten.com\/collections\/noragi\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Shop authentic vintage Japanese noragi work jackets from the Showa era\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eComplete your traditional workwear look with our curated selection of vintage noragi jackets. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NAMBA SHOUTEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46426070220953,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/1396\/5977\/files\/japanese-momohiki-pants-vintage-indigo-cotton-mid-showa-hand-tied-workwear-1.jpg?v=1773816051","url":"https:\/\/nambashouten.com\/products\/vintage-japanese-indigo-momohiki-work-pants-showa-era","provider":"NAMBA SHOUTEN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}