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<!--㊻【世界のニットを作るSHIMA】  日本が世界に誇るニット編み機-->SHIMA, the World's Leading Knitting Machine Manufacturer Japan's World-Class Knitting Machines

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 ...

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<!--㊹【カシミヤのニットを作る話】プログラミング-->[A story about making cashmere knitwear] Programming

[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),...

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<!--㊺【糸のロット違い】 同じ色の糸でも使えないことがある-->[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.

    [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...

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<!--㊸【CCMI をご存知ですか】   錚々たる顔ぶれはカシミヤ紡績業界のワールドカップ-->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

  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...

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<!--㊷【ニット糸と織物糸】   ニットは撚りが甘い 原料の繊維の細さと長さを求められるニット糸-->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 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 ...

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<!--㊶【カシミヤの紡績】ゆっくりゆっくり効率の悪い糸づくり-->Cashmere spinning  Slow and inefficient yarn making

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...

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<!--㊴【カシミヤの深い色の秘密】絶妙なブレンドにあり-->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 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...

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<!--㊵カシミヤの『糸』の話  【糸とはなに?】  繊維の束に撚りをかけて長くしたもの-->Delicate colors unique to cashmere Colors created by the reflection of light from the delicate fibers

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...

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<!--㊳【カシミヤ独特の繊細な色】  繊細な繊維の光の反射で生まれる色合い-->Delicate colors unique to cashmere Colors created by the reflection of light from the delicate fibers

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...

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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 ...

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<!--㊱【カシミヤの混率】本当にカシミヤ100%ですか?-->Cashmere blending ratio  Is it really 100% cashmere?

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...

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<!--㉟【洗毛(せんもう)】  褐色の濁り水から次第に真っ白いワタが-->Washing cashmere hair  Brown muddy water gradually turns into pure white cotton.

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 ...

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<!--㉞【土毛(どもう)の選別】 地道だが現地の雇用を生む大事な工程-->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 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...

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<!--㉝カシミヤの『うぶ毛・わた』の話    【採毛(さいもう)】   春は一年の苦労が実る嬉しい収穫のシーズン-->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.

  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 ...

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<!--㉜カシミヤの故郷を訪ねて   人間はカシミヤを虐待していないのか?を確かめたい   世界最高峰のカシミヤを求めて、中国の秘境アラシャンへ-->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.

      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 ...

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<!--㉛【いい加減が良い加減】 ニットの寸法  -->Good enough is good enough.  Dimensions of knitwear 

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...

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<!--㉚【UTO岩手工場のものづくり】  愛情いっぱいのもの作り -->Manufacturing at UTO Iwate Factory  Craftsmanship full of love

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...

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<!--㉙ 【ニットは大量生産】 作り置き・売減らし・残品バーゲン・残品廃棄の罠-->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

   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...

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<!--㉘【自社工場ならではのカスタムオーダー】  お願いしたすべての工場で断られ、工場を作るはめに。 結局オンリーワン企業に-->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

   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...

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<!--㉗【色々色の天使のストール】  『なんともならないロット違いの糸を何とかしたい』で出来た傑作-->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

    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...

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<!--㉖「お洒落のご馳走」をお届けしたい 【世界一のカシミヤニット企業を目指して】  種目別の金メダルを目指す-->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 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...

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<!--㉕【ニットのお直し】   ニットのお直しは難しい-->Knitwear alterations  Knitwear is difficult to mend

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...

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<!--㉔【防虫の話】  疑わしき犯人は我と甲虫の幼虫-->Insect Control.  Suspected culprits are me and beetle larvae

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...

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<!--㉒【どうしたら毛玉(ピリング)が出来にくいの】   摩擦・連続着用に気をつけて-->How can I prevent pilling?  Be careful of friction and continuous wear

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 ...

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<!--㉑【毛玉の話】 毛玉の科学・なぜ毛玉が出来るんだろう  毛玉の原因は、摩擦と絡まり-->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

    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...

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<!--⑳カシミヤニットを長く着てほしい   お手入れ  【カシミヤニットのお洗濯】  ご自分で手洗いの勧め-->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 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...

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<!--⑲【カシミヤの深い色の秘密】絶妙なブレンドにあり-->The Secret of Cashmere's Deep Colo It is in the exquisite blending

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 ...

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<!--⑱【カシミヤの深い色の秘密】絶妙なブレンドにあり-->Subtle texture differs by color Subtle texture

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...

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<!--⑰【カシミヤ独特の繊細な色】  繊細な繊維の光の反射で生まれる色合い-->Delicate colors unique to cashmere Colors produced by the reflection of light on the delicate fibers

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...

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<!--⑯ カシミヤの『染め』の話    【トップ・先染め】  繊細なカシミヤの染めは特別でリスキー-->Dyeing" of Cashmere    Top, yarn-dyeing  Dyeing delicate cashmere is special and risky

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...

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<!--⑮ 【世界のカシミヤの聖地】岩手県北上市から世界に発信  震災の東北に、カシミヤの明るいニュース作りで貢献したい-->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

    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...

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<!--⑭ カシミヤニットに賭ける夢、カシミヤに携わる素敵な時間  【お家でフィッティング】 UTOの面白いサービス -->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 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...

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<!--⑬ 【ふるさと納税の返礼品で北上市に貢献】、  製造卸から製造直売への大きな一歩に-->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 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...

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<!--⑫ UTOの社会貢献  【東日本大震災被災者支援の取り組み】  *企業市民として、長い支援を -->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 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...

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<!--⑪ 【天使のストール】 天使のカシミヤ誕生物語 -->Angel's Stole The story of the birth of angel cashmere

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...

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<!-- ⑩【暖かさの秘密は空気】 なぜあんなに軽く柔らかいのに暖かいの? -->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 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,...

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<!--⑨【セーターはカシミヤ山羊約2~3頭分】  希少で貴重なカシミヤ -->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

    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...

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<!--⑧【成長するカシミヤ】 自分で洗って育ててください もっとふんわりと体に馴染んでくる-->Cashmere that grows. Wash and grow it yourself  It will become more fluffy and comfortable to your body

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...

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<!--⑦【風前の灯火の製造現場】 流通する衣料の3%を切ってしまったメイド・イン・ジャパン-->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 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...

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<!--⑥【原料のカシミヤ糸もメイド・イン・ジャパン】 要は世界トップクラスの原料です-->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

  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 ...

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<!--⑤【ブランドの本質】本当にいい製品は、原料ともの作りにあり-->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

    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...

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<!--④【オーダーへのこだわり】 貴方の為に世界に一枚を、原料を無駄にしない編み方で-->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 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...

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<!--③ 【成形ニットへのこだわり】 貴重な原料を無駄にしない、SDGsに沿ったサスティナブルな製造法-->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 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...

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<!--② 【天然素材へのこだわり】持続可能で地球に優しいもの作り -->Our Commitment to Natural Materials Sustainable and earth-friendly manufacturing

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...

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<!-- ①【自分のために着るカシミヤニット】色々なファッションを卒業したらグレードに行きつく -->Cashmere knitwear for yourself Graduation from fashion to look good to others leads to fashion for your own comfort

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...

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<!-- 世界最高峰のカシミヤを求めて、中国の秘境アラシャンへ -->Journey to the Homeland of Cashmere, Part 1: Exploring Alashan, China: In Search of the World's Finest Cashmere

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.

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<!-- カシミヤと人間の良い関係を知る -->Journey to the Homeland of Cashmere, Part 2: Unearthing the Symbiotic Relationship between Humans and Cashmere

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.

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<!-- 自分の目で確かめた、カシミヤと人間の良好な関係に安堵と感激 -->Journey to the Homeland of Cashmere, Part 3: Relief and Inspiration: Witnessing the Harmonious Relationship Between Cashmere and Humans Firsthand

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.

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<!-- 自分のために着るカシミヤニット -->Your Own Cashmere Knit: The Pinnacle of Fashion

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.

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<!-- ブランドの本質は -->The Essence of a Brand Crafted by Material and Craftsmanship

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.

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