Keep it long, treasure it long.

Refreshing comfort

The BIWACOTTON Gathered Wide Pants offer an exceptional comfort with their crinkled fabric, providing a pleasantly smooth texture against the skin. Designed for comfort, these pants feature an elastic waistband and a simple design without pockets, resulting in a clean and light impression. The comfortable fit and the twisted yarn material make them suitable for wear in any season, and you'll find yourself reaching for them after every wash. Even as they age, they can be used as loungewear, making them a perfect addition to your relaxation wardrobe that you’ll want to replenish regularly.

In a time when both style and comfort in daily life are becoming increasingly important, these relaxed pants, once considered loungewear, have been elevated to outdoor wear, becoming a fashionable item for carefree outings on weekends. The BIWACOTTON Gathered Wide Pants, with their airy fabric and wide silhouette, allow for easy movement and exude a refreshing look, reminiscent of a gentle breeze. They can be stylishly coordinated for various occasions, whether as one-mile wear, streetwear, or relaxing outfits while traveling.

Elegant Sweatpants with a Unique Texture

Additionally, those who are hesitant about synthetic or high-performance fibers can wear them without concern. They come in a gift box, making them an excellent choice for Mother's Day gifts or birthday presents. The unique texture of the fabric can be enjoyed across different seasons, allowing people of all ages to experience its comfort. These pants, boasting a one-of-a-kind feel, are a safe and thoughtful gift option.

Connecting Traditional Japanese Techniques to the Present

Developed from the traditional craft of "Takashima Chijimi," which has been passed down since the Edo period in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, BIWACOTTON is a fabric designed to provide comfort during Japan's hot and humid summers. Chijimi is a traditional cooling material created to help people endure the summer heat, and it became widely loved as it spread across the country thanks to Takashima merchants. BIWACOTTON has evolved from this chijimi technique to suit modern clothing.

The difference between BIWACOTTON and Takashima Chijimi lies in the twisting of the yarn. While Takashima Chijimi uses yarn that is twisted more tightly than usual, BIWACOTTON is twisted even closer to its limit, resulting in a drier feel against the skin. This tightly twisted yarn is then woven using an air-jet loom, which is no easy task. Due to the strong twisting, it’s not uncommon for the fabric to shrink during the weaving process. However, when you see the beautiful appearance and elasticity of this fabric, you can tell that it has been carefully crafted through multiple attempts, making you want to cherish it.

Furthermore, the characteristics of BIWACOTTON, which has undergone various innovations during its manufacturing process, can be explained in three main features.

◇ Feature 1: Genuine 100% Cotton
No synthetic fibers or any materials other than cotton are used. Despite this, BIWACOTTON offers excellent stretch and a unique texture reminiscent of high-quality linen.

◇ Feature 2: Comfortable Coolness
The fabric is woven with gaps between the yarns, allowing for excellent breathability. It also has quick-drying properties, combined with the superior moisture absorption of cotton, making it less sticky even when sweating. Additionally, the wrinkled texture helps prevent the fabric from clinging to the skin, ensuring comfort during the hot summer months.

◇ Feature 3: Excellent Stretch
After weaving the carefully twisted yarn, it is passed through hot water to shrink it, resulting in a more stretchable fabric. This ensures that there is no stress while wearing, allowing for a light and comfortable feel that lasts.

Dry, Light, and Comfortable

BIWACOTTON has evolved the functionality of traditional "suteteko" material into modern clothing. Made in Shiga, a region rich in water resources with Lake Biwa, BIWACOTTON is a fabric that has been updated for contemporary use while maintaining the comfort of the 200-year-old "Takashima Chijimi." This historically significant fabric adapts to the changing times, discerning the forms necessary for daily life while looking towards a future of technical inheritance and delivering comfort to people.