Cashmere Journey

SHIMA, the World's Leading Knitting Machine Manufacturer Japan's World-Class Knitting Machines

      SHIMA, the World's Leading Knitting Machine ManufacturerJapan's World-Class Knitting Machines   UTO Iwate's factory uses computer-controlled knitting machines, which are capable of knitting ...

[A story about making cashmere knitwear] Programming

      [A story about making cashmere knitwear] Programming ProgrammingCreating a blueprint for each individual Knitting is roughly divided into the following processes: knitting, linking (sewing),...

[Different lots of yarn] Even yarns of the same color may not be used.

    [Different lots of yarn]Even yarns of the same color may not be used.   In the dyeing story, we talked about blending five or six colors of cashmere to make wadding, and spinning this blend...

Have you heard of CCMI?　 Distinguished faces are the world cup of the cashmere spinning industry

  Have you heard of CCMI?　Distinguished faces are the world cup of the cashmere spinning industry   I know that UTO is a company that takes great care in making each and every piece, but what i...

Knit and woven yarns　 Knitted yarns are less twisted. Knit yarns require the fineness and length of raw material fibers

    Knit and woven yarns　Knitted yarns are less twistedKnit yarns require the fineness and length of raw material fibersThis may sound like a bragging about knit yarns, but it is not widely known ...

Cashmere spinning　 Slow and inefficient yarn making

    Delicate colors unique to cashmereColors created by the reflection of light from the delicate fibersEveryone says, "Cashmere is such a delicate color! Everyone says, "Cashmere is such a delica...

The Secret of Cashmere's Deep Color　 It is in the exquisite blending.

    The Secret of Cashmere's Deep Color　It is in the exquisite blendingI mentioned that the subtle coloration of cashmere is due to the fineness of the cashmere fiber, but there is one more surpri...

Delicate colors unique to cashmere Colors created by the reflection of light from the delicate fibers

    The Yarn of Cashmere　What is yarn?　A bundle of fibers twisted and lengthenedYarn is indispensable for knitting. It is a simple question, what is yarn?Yarn is “a bundle of fibers of a certain l...

Delicate colors unique to cashmere Colors created by the reflection of light from the delicate fibers

  Delicate colors unique to cashmereColors created by the reflection of light from the delicate fibersEveryone says, "Cashmere is such a delicate color! Everyone says, "Cashmere is such a delicate...

Dyeing" of Cashmere　Top, yarn-dyeing Dyeing delicate cashmere is special and risky

  Dyeing" of Cashmere　Top, yarn-dyeingDyeing delicate cashmere is special and riskyIn the process of making yarns of cotton, wool and sheep other than cashmere, the dyeing process is usually done ...

Cashmere blending ratio　 Is it really 100% cashmere?

  Cashmere blending ratio　Is it really 100% cashmere?In the past, there was a case of mislabeling of cashmere blends in Japan, which caused a big sensation in the newspapers and on TV. This incide...

Washing cashmere hair Brown muddy water gradually turns into pure white cotton.

  Washing cashmere hairBrown muddy water gradually turns into pure white cotton.The selected cashmere goes through the washing process.When I entered the room where the cashmere is washed, it was ...

Sorting of dirt and hair　 A steady but important process that creates local employment

  Sorting of dirt and hair　A steady but important process that creates local employmentBecause cashmere is free-range, its hair is covered with a year's worth of dirt, such as dead grass, twigs, a...

The Story of Cashmere's "Downy Hair and Wool　 The harvesting of the downy hair　 Spring is the season of harvest, when the year's hard work comes to fruition.

  The Story of Cashmere's "Downy Hair and Wool　The harvesting of the downy hair　Spring is the season of harvest, when the year's hard work comes to fruition.Cashmere "wadding" is the downy hair ...

Visiting the Home of Cashmere　 Are humans abusing cashmere? I want to find out.

      Visiting the Home of Cashmere　Are humans abusing cashmere? I want to find out.   In search of the world's finest cashmere, go to Alashan, the unexplored region of China Cashmere is produced ...

Good enough is good enough. Dimensions of knitwear　

    Manufacturing at UTO Iwate Factory　Craftsmanship full of love   The best thing about sweaters and other knitwear is that they are comfortable to wear. This is due to the stretch and contractio...

Manufacturing at UTO Iwate Factory　 Craftsmanship full of love

     Manufacturing at UTO Iwate Factory　Craftsmanship full of love   We are proud of our cashmere knit production, which is second to none in the world. This is due to the diligence, dexterity an...

Knitwear is mass-produced. The trap of making less, selling less, bargaining for leftovers, and discarding leftovers

   Knitwear is mass-produced.The trap of making less, selling less, bargaining for leftovers, and discarding leftovers   A large show is held, orders are obtained, and items are left over to be...

Custom orders only possible at our own factory. We were rejected by all the factories we asked and had to build our own factory　 In the end, we became a one-of-a-kind company

   Custom orders only possible at our own factory.We were rejected by all the factories we asked and had to build our own factory.In the end, we became a one-of-a-kind company.   As I mentioned b...

Angel Stole in Various Colors A masterpiece created by “doing something about an insurmountable lot of different yarns

    Angel Stole in Various Colors A masterpiece created by “doing something about an insurmountable lot of different yarns The weight of a women's sweater is about 250g, while a men's sweater weig...

We want to deliver “fashionable treats Aiming to be the world's best cashmere knitwear company Aiming for gold medals in each category

      We want to deliver “fashionable treatsAiming to be the world's best cashmere knitwear companyAiming for gold medals in each category We aim to become a manufacturer recognized around the wor...

Knitwear alterations　 Knitwear is difficult to mend

  Knitwear alterations.　Knitwear is difficult to mend. Knitted fabrics are made up of a series of loops, so if one part of a knitted fabric falls out or frayed, the damage will spread from there...

Insect Control. Suspected culprits are me and beetle larvae

  Insect Control.Suspected culprits are moth and beetle larvae  Every year, we receive requests to repair holes in our products, and nearly half of these are caused by insect bites. If a sweater h...

How can I prevent pilling?　 Be careful of friction and continuous wear

      How can I prevent pilling?　Be careful of friction and continuous wear Wearing a sweater is friction for the sweater, so friction cannot be eliminated, but the degree of friction is the most ...

The Science of Hairballs - Why Do They Form? Friction and tangling are the causes of hairballs

    The Science of Hairballs - Why Do They Form?Friction and tangling are the causes of hairballs   I mentioned that the subtle coloration of cashmere is due to the fineness of the cashmere fibe...

I want you to wear cashmere knitwear for a long time Care of cashmere knitwear Washing of cashmere knitwear　 Recommendation to hand-wash by yourself

     I want you to wear cashmere knitwear for a long timeCare of cashmere knitwear Washing of cashmere knitwear　Recommendation to hand-wash by yourself   Many people say that they avoid cashm...

The Secret of Cashmere's Deep Colo It is in the exquisite blending

      The Secret of Cashmere's Deep Color　It is in the exquisite blending.   I mentioned that the subtle coloration of cashmere is due to the fineness of the cashmere fiber, but there is one more ...

Subtle texture differs by color Subtle texture

  Subtle texture differs by colorSubtle texture   The color of cashmere goats varies from one individual to another, with white, gray, brown, and other colors of cashmere available. Sometimes the...

Delicate colors unique to cashmere Colors produced by the reflection of light on the delicate fibers

   Delicate colors unique to cashmereColors produced by the reflection of light on the delicate fibers   Everyone says, "Cashmere is such a delicate color! Everyone says, "Cashmere is such a d...

Dyeing" of Cashmere　 Top, yarn-dyeing Dyeing delicate cashmere is special and risky

    Dyeing" of Cashmere　Top, yarn-dyeingDyeing delicate cashmere is special and risky   In the process of making yarns of cotton, wool and sheep other than cashmere, the dyeing process is us...

The cashmere mecca of the world Contributing to the disaster-stricken Tohoku region by creating positive news about cashmere

    The cashmere mecca of the world Contributing to the disaster-stricken Tohoku region by creating positive news about cashmere   Tohoku was devastated by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011...

Dreams of Cashmere Knitwear, Wonderful Time to Work with Cashmere Fitting service available at home UTO's interesting service

  Dreams of Cashmere Knitwear, Wonderful Time to Work with CashmereFitting service available at homeUTO's interesting service   UTO's popular service is "Fitting service available at home". Thi...

Contributing to Kitakami City with Hometown Tax Returns A big step from manufacturing wholesale to manufacturing direct sales UTO Cashmere has been well received as a hometown tax return gift from Kitakam

    Contributing to Kitakami City with Hometown Tax Returns A big step from manufacturing wholesale to manufacturing direct sales   UTO Cashmere has been well received as a hometown tax return gif...

UTO's Contributions to Society Support for Victims of the Great East Japan Earthquake As a Corporate Citizen, Providing Long-Term Support

UTO's Contributions to SocietySupport for Victims of the Great East Japan EarthquakeAs a Corporate Citizen, Providing Long-Term Support   UTO relocated its factory from Yamanashi to Iwate in Octo...

Angel's Stole The story of the birth of angel cashmere

    Angel's Stole The story of the birth of angel cashmere   Almost everyone who has picked up an "Angel Stole" has commented on how soft it is and how comfortable it is. It feels so good! It is a...

The secret of warmth is air Why is it so light and soft yet warm?

  The secret of warmth is air Why is it so light and soft yet warm?   The charm of cashmere is its warm, fluffy softness and lightness.Why is cashmere so soft and fluffy and warm?To keep warm,...

Sweaters are made by about 2 to 3 cashmere goats. Rare and precious cashmere

    Sweaters are made by about 2 to 3 cashmere goats.Rare and precious cashmere   Cashmere, known as the jewel of wool, is a member of the cashmere goat family that inhabits the highlands of Centr...

Cashmere that grows. Wash and grow it yourself It will become more fluffy and comfortable to your body

    Cashmere that growsWash and grow it yourself. It will become more fluffy and comfortable to your body   As the name suggests, UTO's Angel Stole is light, soft, and comfortable, and is a produc...

The manufacturing site of the windfall. Made in Japan, which now accounts for less than 3% of clothing in circulation

    The manufacturing site of the windfallMade in Japan, which now accounts for less than 3% of clothing in circulation It has been said that the fashion industry has been in the distribution pro...

Cashmere yarn is also made in Japan. We are committed to using the world's top-class raw materials, which are made in Japan

  Cashmere yarn is also made in Japan We are committed to using the world's top-class raw materials, which are made in Japan   What is a "Made in Japan" product? The term "Made in Japan" is used ...

The essence of a brand　 The true value of a good product lies in its raw materials and manufacturing

    The essence of a brand　The true value of a good product lies in its raw materials and manufacturing    We at UTO believe that the true value of a product lies in its raw materials and manufact...

Our Commitment to Custom Orders We will make one piece in the world for you, knitting in a way that does not waste raw materials

     Our Commitment to Custom OrdersWe will make one piece in the world for you, knitting in a way that does not waste raw materials.    Unfortunately, the fashion industry is said to be an industr...

Our Commitment to Molded Knitwear Sustainable manufacturing methods that do not waste valuable raw materials and are in line with the SDGs

    Our Commitment to Molded KnitwearSustainable manufacturing methods that do not waste valuable raw materials and are in line with the SDGs   It is no exaggeration to say that clothing is made o...

Our Commitment to Natural Materials Sustainable and earth-friendly manufacturing

  Our Commitment to Natural MaterialsSustainable and earth-friendly manufacturing   We are convinced that natural materials can be used to make products that are also friendly to the global env...

Cashmere knitwear for yourself Graduation from fashion to look good to others leads to fashion for your own comfort

  Cashmere knitwear for yourselfGraduation from fashion to look good to others leads to fashion for your own comfort   Humans invented clothing made of animal and plant skins to protect themsel...

Journey to the Homeland of Cashmere, Part 1: Exploring Alashan, China: In Search of the World's Finest Cashmere

As the first Japanese in Alashan, I learned the entire cashmere production process for better traceability.

Journey to the Homeland of Cashmere, Part 2: Unearthing the Symbiotic Relationship between Humans and Cashmere

From Japan to Alashan, we journeyed through deserts and mountains to observe the gentle cashmere harvesting process.

Journey to the Homeland of Cashmere, Part 3: Relief and Inspiration: Witnessing the Harmonious Relationship Between Cashmere and Humans Firsthand

Visiting a cashmere herder clarified that the goats are well-treated and desertification is considered in grazing practices.

Your Own Cashmere Knit: The Pinnacle of Fashion

Discover the ultimate personal luxury in cashmere knitwear, a journey in comfort and style just for you.

The Essence of a Brand Crafted by Material and Craftsmanship

UTO's dedication to superior materials and craftsmanship is the cornerstone of their exquisite cashmere knits.