Carefully selected inner wear that feels comfortable against bare skin, all year round

Inner wear is clothing that touches your bare skin directly.

When it comes to the material that first touches your skin, and one that fits closely against it,

there are various things to consider, such as moisture absorption, breathability, and quick-drying properties.

Inner wear is something most people wear year-round.

Whether it's summer, autumn, or winter, we want to choose something comfortable.

What matters most in inner wear functionality depends on the person.

Some prefer a relaxed fit, while others prioritize ease of movement

and choose something that fits snugly against the body.

Some people, being sports enthusiasts, prioritize absorbency and quick-drying properties,

while others, who feel the cold easily, consider warmth especially important in winter—preferences vary widely from person to person.

That said, wouldn't the condition of wanting something high-quality and pleasant to the touch

apply to everyone?

Few people prefer inner wear that feels stiff or rough.

To achieve a soft fit against the body while still feeling light and breezy,

fabric that quickly absorbs sweat without clinging to the skin is ideal.  

Let's look at what kinds of types and materials are available, from the perspective of inner wear.

Camisoles and tank tops are useful throughout the year.

In summer, you might wear them under a T-shirt or blouse, or even alone at home.

They serve to prevent see-through and absorb sweat.

And of course, camisoles and tank tops aren't just for summer—

they're also essential in winter as inner wear that fits closely to the skin,

precisely because it's cold.  

An undecorated tank top works well as inner wear under a T-shirt or shirt.

The narrow shoulder construction is also nice because it stays hidden beneath the neckline of your outer garment.

While the tank top shape has a somewhat masculine image,

this tank top from Schiesser Revival

has a feminine silhouette thanks to armholes that curve slightly inward.

This ribbed tank top offers a soft, comfortably fitted feel.

Its comfort is so remarkable it's often called a "second skin," and it enjoys

tremendous popularity in Europe.  

The pima cotton used here is often described as "cashmere-like cotton,"

combining a smooth, soft texture with a beautiful sheen.

It's also known for being resistant to pilling, which means that even with extended wear and washing,

the fibers are said to hold up well, resisting thinning and stretching out of shape.  

Cotton is a material that doesn't build up static electricity easily, so it won't cling to clothing or

cause any prickly discomfort—another point in its favor.  

The ZUTTO original camisoles and tank tops also

use materials carefully chosen for their feel against the skin.

This exceptional fabric comes from Kinan Meriyasu, a long-established fabric mill in Wakayama—

a region renowned as Japan's leading producer of circular knit fabric.

High-quality Egyptian extra-long staple cotton is spun into yarn using the MVS method, known for its smooth release from the skin,

then knitted and further treated with a high-wet finishing process.

Thanks to the skill involved in this special manufacturing method, the fabric achieves a moderate crispness that releases smoothly from the skin,

combined with a smoothness that results in an exceptionally comfortable feel.

Not only in the sweaty summer months, but even in the cooler autumn and winter,

stepping into a train or a warm room while bundled up can leave you damp with sweat,

which is exactly why it's important to choose carefully selected, high-quality inner wear.  

Furthermore, from the standpoint of comfort, the camisole

is knitted as a seamless tube with no side seams.

This is a welcome finish for those who find side seams irritating or prone to

causing itchy rashes.

The tank top does have a seam, but only in one place, running along the back line.

The design is made to preserve the feel against the skin as much as possible.  

The joha camisole is made from a material that is 85% merino wool and 15% silk.

You might think wool would feel too warm, but

wool actually adjusts its warming and moisture-absorbing effects according to the season and body temperature,

always keeping you at just the right temperature—a function so effective it's sometimes called a "natural air conditioner."

It keeps you warm in winter and comfortably cool in summer.  

Countless air pockets form between the curled fibers,

preventing heat from being trapped and keeping your body temperature consistently stable.

Thanks to its high breathability, sweat is absorbed, leaving your skin free from stickiness,

so you can stay comfortable at all times.  

Merino wool also has natural resistance to bacteria,

preventing the growth of the germs that cause odor, giving it deodorizing properties as well.

Compared to regular wool, merino wool has a much smoother feel against the skin,

so it won't feel prickly on bare skin and stays comfortable.

With its exceptionally soft, silky-smooth texture,

you might even forget you're wearing it at all.  

From autumn through spring, long sleeves come into their own.

When it's cold, layering clothes to create pockets of air

enhances warmth, which is why wearing proper inner wear matters.

However, if your inner wear is stiff and bulky, layering a knit sweater over it

won't give you that sleek, put-together look, will it?

Thin, yet warm. That's the kind of inner wear we're looking for.  

The organic cotton used by Tenimuho (てんいむほう)

gains more absorbency with each wash, and when air-dried,

becomes even softer over time.

It's a material well suited for inner wear that you use and wash every day.

The textured rib-knit fabric stretches wonderfully,

fitting the body without any feeling of tightness.

With its longer length that fully covers the stomach,

you'll be glad that your stomach and waist stay hidden even when you move around.  

True to its name, kampo-zome (herbal medicine dyeing), the soft coloring

is achieved using three kinds of kampo (traditional herbal medicine) said to have body-warming effects,

through the dyeing process.

The gentle off-white color comes from ginger.

Ginger, long cherished as a material with medicinal properties,

is said to help improve poor circulation and coldness in the body.

The pinkish beige comes from jujube, and the deep, calm blue

is dyed with Chinese bellflower (kikyo).  

Schiesser Revival (シーサーリバイバル) also has a long-sleeve inner wear.

This piece shares the same design as the camisole mentioned earlier,

a charming garment with lace and small buttons adorning the V-shaped neckline.

Gathers are set beneath the chest, creating a seam.

Since the neckline is fairly deep, you won't have to worry about

the awkward look of the inner wear peeking out when wearing a V-neck knit.  

Schiesser Revival (シーサーリバイバル)

built nine circular hand-operated knitting machines when it was founded,

and ever since it began producing tricot (knitted) underwear,

the brand has made products with a level of care not found in mass production.

While honoring this unchanging old-world style,

the company was also ahead of its time in pursuing high-quality craftsmanship,

and was the first manufacturer in the world to establish a quality control department.  

joha's wool-silk long sleeve is cut slim,

but it's so soft and stretchy that it never feels tight—it's relaxed,

yet you'll be glad it still fits snugly along the body's contours.

The wool uses no chemicals and has earned the rare EU Ecolabel certification.

A material gentle enough for babies is also a pleasure for adult women to wear.

The white version has lace trim at the neckline, and being a sheer material, it works well as inner wear.

The navy version is a plain type with no decoration,

so there's nothing odd about layering a shirt over it and letting a bit show.

Since the thin material is somewhat sheer, please wear a camisole underneath in that case.

The wool-silk blend fabric is also thin and stretchy,

and its exceptional comfort—fitting just right without ever feeling restrictive—

makes you want to wear it year-round.  

Inner wear isn't limited to tops alone.

For shorts and leggings too, it's nice to be particular about material and comfort so you can spend your days at ease.

It's said that cold feet lead to a cold body overall,

so wearing inner shorts or leggings to protect your feet and legs has real benefits in that regard.  

The wool-silk shorts worn under bottoms

have a smooth feel against the skin thanks to the blended silk.

They fit closely from the hips to the thighs, warming the lower body, which tends to get cold easily.

Made from thin fabric, these wool-silk shorts

can be worn regardless of the season. Since they extend down to the thighs,

they pair nicely with skirts or can be layered under loungewear pants.

When washing at home, place them in a laundry net and spin gently to minimize shrinkage.  

These, too, are Tenimuho's soft, non-restrictive kampo-dyed rib long pants.

When you slip your legs in, the surprising stretch means you won't feel tired even after wearing them for a long time.

The ankles aren't tight either, thanks to the soft elastic that won't leave marks on your skin.

These are meant more for wearing at home—under loungewear or a dress—

but they also work well as "one-mile wear"

for quick errands nearby.

The color lineup matches the "Kampo-zome Rib Three-Quarter Sleeve Shirt,"

with three colors: pink "Natsume" (jujube), off-white "Shoga" (ginger), and blue "Kikyo" (Chinese bellflower).  

Masuhisa Someori Kenkyusho's (益久染織研究所)

over-pants wrap completely from the navel down over the entire seat.

They're highly stretchy, and once you try them on, you'll notice the fabric is thin,

with a fit that's characteristically unobtrusive under outer layers.

They use cotton that has been carefully hand-cultivated from sowing to harvest

on land that has never once been treated with pesticides or fertilizers.

To bring out cotton's inherent elasticity and absorbency without damaging the fibers,

the makers insist on hand-spinning as their method of choice.

When you run your hand over the surface of this hand-spun fabric,

you'll feel a faint, bumpy texture—those tiny bumps trap air

for a soft, fluffy feel. This irregularity, unique to hand-spinning and absent from machine weaving,

is actually something quite natural and gentle against the skin.  

No matter what the item is, inner wear sits right against your skin,

so sweat and body oils can sometimes cause discoloration or odor.

That's why it's important to wash your inner wear properly after every wear and let it dry thoroughly.

If possible, it's best to wash it the same day you wear it.

If you leave damp items sitting around, the color can transfer

to other clothing, so please be careful. 

For items with decorative details like lace, or delicate materials such as silk, hand washing is recommended.

1. Dissolve a mild detergent in water or lukewarm water, and gently press-wash or

swish-wash the inner wear. Please be careful not to rub the fabric roughly.

2. Change the water and rinse. Repeat until no detergent residue remains,

making sure to rinse thoroughly. At this stage as well, don't wring the fabric—

gently press it in the water instead.

3. Drain lightly, then sandwich the item in a bath towel to remove excess moisture.

If using a washing machine to spin-dry, always place the item in a laundry net and limit the spin to about 30 seconds.

If the item has hooks or buttons, fasten them all before placing it in a laundry net to wash.

It's a good idea to sort items by type or color beforehand. 

One thing that applies to all items is to avoid direct sunlight and dry them in a well-ventilated shady spot.

Also, since inner wear and underwear have a small surface area, they tend to dry faster than clothing or towels.

If you leave already-dry items hanging outside for too long, they'll be affected by UV rays,

and the fabric will start to feel stiff against the skin, so be sure to bring items in as soon as they're dry.

If you hang these by the shoulder straps,

all the weight of the absorbed water will pull on the straps, causing the garment to lose its shape.

To distribute the weight evenly across the whole camisole or tank top, lay it flat to dry, or

fold the body portion in half over a hanger.