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 ...
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[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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[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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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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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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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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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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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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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...
Read moreDyeing" 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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As the first Japanese in Alashan, I learned the entire cashmere production process for better traceability.
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From Japan to Alashan, we journeyed through deserts and mountains to observe the gentle cashmere harvesting process.
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Visiting a cashmere herder clarified that the goats are well-treated and desertification is considered in grazing practices.
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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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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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