Keep it long, treasure it long.

The newly released tank tops and high-neck sleeveless tops, made from cotton-Belgian linen tenjiku (a plain-knit jersey fabric), are designed to be layered on cooler days and worn on their own during the height of summer, making them handy underlayers for the season when indoor and outdoor temperatures can swing so widely. They're a great choice not only for the peak of summer but right through into early autumn, when the heat still lingers.

This is a column where ZUTTO staff enthusiastically share items they've bought with their own money. This time, it's a pair of specially commissioned white jeans. A staff member who had always avoided white bottoms, worried about stains and see-through fabric, finally took the plunge. So how does she feel about them after a year of wear?

This year, our staff actually visited Miyamoto Kogei in Hirosaki, Aomori, and we're pleased to introduce a basket we fell in love with at first sight. Since there are only a few producers left, we can only offer a limited quantity, but we've had it made in a custom design that improves usability. With its compact size and an atmosphere slightly different from our usual offerings, it's an item we'd recommend even to those who already use and love akebi (a wild vine used in traditional basket weaving) baskets.

By combining pieces you already own in a new way, even T-shirts you were about to give up on can come back to life—that's the unexpected discovery a patterned skirt paired with a simple top can offer. The tiered skirt newly completed by ZUTTO is just that kind of piece: a skirt with subtly embroidered botanical lace that flutters lightly as you move. The effect feels like a resort vacation, making it a skirt you'll want to bring along on your travels.

KARHU (Karhu) sneakers have been favored by many professionals throughout the history of Finnish sports. They're known for their outstanding fit—functionality trusted even by top-level Olympic athletes across disciplines from track and field to winter sports—as well as distinctive color tones you won't find in major sports brands. Let's take a closer look at the appeal of KARHU.

There are a few tools worth having on hand to fully enjoy shincha (freshly picked new tea), which can only be tasted once a year. Beyond just a yunomi (teacup), items like a kyusu (teapot) and a chazutsu (tea canister) all play a part in bringing out the very best flavor of your tea, and treating it with the care it deserves. It might be worth paying a little more attention to the tools you use. At ZUTTO, you'll find artisan-made tea ware that lets you fully savor shincha while it's still in season.

Founded in France in 2005, "VEJA" is a fair-trade shoe brand whose products are made from sustainably sourced materials and assembled by hand, one pair at a time, by local artisans. It has won enormous popularity across Europe, especially in France, where awareness of the SDGs runs high, and in Japan it has also earned a devoted following among fashion-conscious women with a keen eye for style.

When it comes to items you'll never regret owning, the cardigan is at the top of the list. Many of us carry one around almost like a good-luck charm for "just in case" moments. This time, ZUTTO brings you a packable cardigan characterized by its wrinkle-resistant fabric and crisp, cool texture against the skin. It's not just useful for combating summer air conditioning—it also works well as sun protection. We designed this cardigan, which comes in handy across seasons, to be packable for easy carrying, with a simple design that will make you think, "I'm so glad I brought this!"

For everyday clothes and one-mile wear—the kind you slip into when you just want to relax—it's nice to choose something easy and simple. Still, you don't want to look sloppy when you step out your front door, and if you're going to wear something, you might as well look stylish while you're at it. fog linen work's linen wear is exactly what delivers that effortlessly polished look. This time, we're introducing a special-order pattern from fog linen work that has just joined the ZUTTO lineup—wear with a crisp, breezy feel that's perfect for staying cool and comfortable.

Rockmount's tiered skirt has long been a bestselling item at ZUTTO. This season, three new versions have joined the lineup, one of them a special-order length designed to pair easily with flat shoes. We're bringing you a wear review of the Rockmount skirt—one we'd recommend even to those who don't usually reach for skirts—along with a Q&A with the staff members who love it.

Stainless steel is a material used in many of the cooking tools favored by professional chefs. It requires no particularly difficult maintenance and is sturdy enough to be used for years, which is why it's widely adopted in kitchen goods.

One-piece dresses are the perfect fashion item for the warm, sunny days of spring and summer. The breeze passing through the fabric feels wonderful, and simply wearing one puts you in a cheerful mood.

Just in time for your summer wardrobe, we've added a flare-sleeve T-shirt with a light, smooth feel. The design features loosely flared sleeves, so a cool breeze slips through with every small movement, keeping you comfortable all day long even on the hottest days.

This is a shopping report on our semi-order Arataki linen (rough-boiled linen) skirt, created with the hope that customers would encounter a favorite piece of clothing they'd want to cherish for years to come—one where the skirt length can be chosen by the customer themselves.

Having "loungewear/pajamas that let you feel just as comfortable as at home" to bring on a trip is important. Since you're packing them into a limited suitcase, it's best if they don't take up much space and won't leave you worrying about wrinkles even when folded small for travel. With this in mind, ZUTTO created a pajama set that lets you carry your everyday comfort with you on your travels.