Keep it long, treasure it long.

A refreshing cardigan woven with washi paper and Peruvian cotton.

With a piece that balances lightness and elegance, dressing for the changing seasons becomes a joy. The FACTORY Washi Cotton Smooth Knit Cardigan features a unique texture created by combining traditional Japanese washi yarn with Peruvian cotton. Its refreshing feel and soft touch provide comfort, while the balloon sleeves create a three-dimensional silhouette that adds a touch of glamour to your outfit.

Comfort Created by Traditional Materials and High-Quality Cotton

This fabric is made from a blend of 20% washi and 80% cotton, finished with a smooth knit. The crispness of the traditional Japanese washi yarn coexists with the softness of cotton yarn grown in the rich lands of Peru, resulting in a texture that is truly one-of-a-kind. The surface has a dry, smooth feel that prevents stickiness even in sweaty seasons. While the unique crispness of the washi yarn offers a refreshing sensation, the softness of the cotton ensures a gentle touch against the skin, making this piece comfortable to wear for long periods. The elegant sheen of Peruvian cotton adds a refined touch, making it both casual and sophisticated.

The clean V-neck collar allows for playful combinations with various inner layers, enabling you to enjoy layering with items like T-shirts and shirts. The design minimizes bulk from the shoulders to the sleeves while creating a fluffy balloon-shaped silhouette. The ribbed cuffs provide a snug fit, adding definition to the voluminous silhouette and balancing the overall look. Discreetly placed pockets and slits at the hem enhance functionality and ease of movement. The light movement created by the slits adds a sense of effortless style, producing a natural sway with every step.

Available in three colors—white, yellow, and black—each hue is easy to incorporate into everyday outfits. Whether paired with denim or chinos for a relaxed look or combined with a skirt for a feminine ensemble, this piece can be styled with any bottom. It serves as a standout piece from spring to early summer and transitions seamlessly into autumn as a layering option. The refreshing material and three-dimensional silhouette make it a comfortable companion for navigating seasonal changes. The unique texture created by the combination of washi and Peruvian cotton, along with the calculated balloon silhouette, makes the FACTORY Washi Cotton Smooth Knit Cardigan a delightful addition to your wardrobe. Its light and elegant presence brings a fresh impression to everyday attire.

A Unique Atmosphere Created by Hand

The brand's origins trace back to a boutique that started in 1978. Initially, it was a store selling procured clothing, but by 1983, it shifted to a policy of manufacturing all products in-house, establishing a factory behind the store and launching the original wear brand "FACTORY."

Starting from a single sewing machine, the brand grew as more members joined, and in 1990, as they continued to create clothing tailored to customers' bodies, they began seeking materials overseas to pursue greater originality, eventually establishing a dyeing workshop. Despite its small size, the brand has maintained a commitment to quality clothing production, leading to a creative process where planning, material development, manufacturing, and production are all handled in-house.

All design patterns for FACTORY are created in a design studio in Tokyo. Staff with experience in collection brands and practical pattern-making create shapes through three-dimensional cutting, and after multiple rounds of sample sewing, they produce unique garments that are "not bound by trends and comfortable to wear" and "simple yet a bit unique." Based on the created patterns, garments are produced at their own factory in Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture. The commitment extends to cutting and sewing, as well as dyeing processes for products and raw materials conducted at the attached dyeing factory. This style of production embodies the atmosphere of Ashikaga, a region historically known for its textile manufacturing.