【世界最高品質のジーンズ】岡山・児島でどのように作られるのか？匠の技×特殊装置のヴィンテージ加工技術の全て｜WHOVAL
Making Z :すばらしい世界の職人技 Amazing World Craftsmanship
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👖WHOVAL_VideoDescription_BritishEnglish.txt
Why do denim enthusiasts worldwide flock to "Kojima"?
"We can replicate the aesthetic, but it can never be truly 'vintage'. That is why the pursuit is so fascinating."
Discover the philosophy of the artisan in the Spiritual Home of Denim: Kojima, Okayama. 🇯🇵
At WHOVAL, masters of "wash processing" create bespoke vintage expressions by hand. No two pairs are alike. We also unveil "NANOMIST", a pioneering eco-technology that drastically reduces water usage. Experience this impeccable craftsmanship in 8K.
✨ Highlights & Key Processes (Glossary)
Whiskers (Hige): Reproducing authentic crease lines reminiscent of vintage wear.
Atari (Natural Fading): The beautiful contrast created at seams and edges through skilled abrasion.
3D Creases: Artisanal techniques that permanently set three-dimensional shapes.
Hand Distressing & Repair: Creating realistic wear and simulating vintage repairs.
NANOMIST: Sustainable mist washing technology (SDGs).
👀 Recommended for:
Connoisseurs of Vintage Jeans, Levi's 501XX, and Okayama Denim.
Those passionate about "Aging" (patina), Honeycombs, and Selvedge.
Students in Fashion, Textile, and Design.
Admirers of Heritage Craft and Factory Tours.
💬 Join the discussion!
Are you team "Raw Denim" or "Vintage Wash"? Let us know your favourite fade style!
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⏰ Programme Timeline
0:00 Opening | Kojima: The Birthplace of Japanese Jeans
0:30 Intro to WHOVAL | Denim Processing Specialists
1:08 Whiskers (Hige) | Natural fades via paper sanders
1:48 Artisan Interview | Surpassing the vintage original
2:38 Chlorine Processing | Partial colour removal
3:07 3D Processing | Stapling creases
3:27 Washing Start | Hot water soak
4:08 Stone Washing | Traditional pumice stone technique
5:14 Quality Check | Confirming the fade level
5:40 Stone Removal | Manual removal
6:55 Mass Production | Large drum scale
9:53 NANOMIST | Eco-friendly technology
10:09 Artisan Interview | Minimising water usage
10:57 Controlled Bleaching | Overall colour removal
11:56 Tumble Drying | Finishing process
12:06 Rotary Tool Abrasion | Fine damage details
14:04 Heavy Distressing | Electric sanders
17:26 Reinforcement | Lining cloth application
17:39 Disassembly & Re-sewing | Rebuilding for a bespoke fit
19:25 Spray Finishing | Texture adjustment
20:06 Completion | Sewing brand patch
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🌐 Filming Cooperation
WHOVAL Co., Ltd.
📍 5-1-50 Shimono-cho, Kojima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, JAPAN
A premier denim processing factory in the "Holy Land of Domestic Jeans". 18 years of dedication to vintage finishing and eco-tech.
🌐 [Website]: https://whoval.com/
📸 [Instagram]: Instagram: whoval_official
🛒 [Online Store]: https://whovalstore.stores.jp/
👖 [In-House Brand] BLUE SAKURA: https://www.blue-sakura.com/
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Broadcasting Japanese manufacturing to the world in 66 languages.
💫 Supported in 66 Languages!
Select "Captions (CC)" in settings to watch in your preferred language.
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《 Production & Copyright 》
S-Pool, Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime: 2471)
We aim to contribute to a sustainable society and promote regional revitalisation.
For filming requests and inquiries:
✉ makingz.awc@gmail.com
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#JapaneseDenim #Manufacturing #Jeans #Okayama #Kojima #WHOVAL #VintageJeans #StoneWash #Craftsmanship #MadeInJapan #Kurashiki #BLUESAKURA #DenimProcessing #WashProcessing #Fading #Aging #Fashion #Denim #HowTo #Process #Textile #EcoFriendly #Nanomist #Selvedge #RawDenim #ASMR #Satisfying #JapanTrip #FactoryTour #Artisan #Handmade #DistressedJeans #DenimLovers #JapanTravel #4K #8K #WashingJeans #DenimLife #HeritageFashion #Bespoke
19 Comments
Thank you once more for sharing this full process, I really like to learn more about things and I would never imagine that creating a jeans would be so complicated 😊
I liked to learn how they can use green technology to avoid wasting water and the chemical reduction to avoid contamination, the results are really amazing. Thank you once more for this super entertaining video❤
【世界最高品質のジーンズ】岡山・児島でどのように作られるのか？匠の技×特殊装置のヴィンテージ加工技術の全て｜WHOVAL
Making Z :すばらしい世界の職人技 Amazing World Craftsmanship
54,095 views
👖WHOVAL_VideoDescription_BritishEnglish.txt
Why do denim enthusiasts worldwide flock to "Kojima"?
"We can replicate the aesthetic, but it can never be truly 'vintage'. That is why the pursuit is so fascinating."
Discover the philosophy of the artisan in the Spiritual Home of Denim: Kojima, Okayama. 🇯🇵
At WHOVAL, masters of "wash processing" create bespoke vintage expressions by hand. No two pairs are alike. We also unveil "NANOMIST", a pioneering eco-technology that drastically reduces water usage. Experience this impeccable craftsmanship in 8K.
✨ Highlights & Key Processes (Glossary)
Whiskers (Hige): Reproducing authentic crease lines reminiscent of vintage wear.
Atari (Natural Fading): The beautiful contrast created at seams and edges through skilled abrasion.
3D Creases: Artisanal techniques that permanently set three-dimensional shapes.
Hand Distressing & Repair: Creating realistic wear and simulating vintage repairs.
NANOMIST: Sustainable mist washing technology (SDGs).
👀 Recommended for:
Connoisseurs of Vintage Jeans, Levi's 501XX, and Okayama Denim.
Those passionate about "Aging" (patina), Honeycombs, and Selvedge.
Students in Fashion, Textile, and Design.
Admirers of Heritage Craft and Factory Tours.
💬 Join the discussion!
Are you team "Raw Denim" or "Vintage Wash"? Let us know your favourite fade style!
──────────────────
⏰ Programme Timeline
0:00 Opening | Kojima: The Birthplace of Japanese Jeans
0:30 Intro to WHOVAL | Denim Processing Specialists
1:08 Whiskers (Hige) | Natural fades via paper sanders
1:48 Artisan Interview | Surpassing the vintage original
2:38 Chlorine Processing | Partial colour removal
3:07 3D Processing | Stapling creases
3:27 Washing Start | Hot water soak
4:08 Stone Washing | Traditional pumice stone technique
5:14 Quality Check | Confirming the fade level
5:40 Stone Removal | Manual removal
6:55 Mass Production | Large drum scale
9:53 NANOMIST | Eco-friendly technology
10:09 Artisan Interview | Minimising water usage
10:57 Controlled Bleaching | Overall colour removal
11:56 Tumble Drying | Finishing process
12:06 Rotary Tool Abrasion | Fine damage details
14:04 Heavy Distressing | Electric sanders
17:26 Reinforcement | Lining cloth application
17:39 Disassembly & Re-sewing | Rebuilding for a bespoke fit
19:25 Spray Finishing | Texture adjustment
20:06 Completion | Sewing brand patch
──────────────────
🌐 Filming Cooperation
WHOVAL Co., Ltd.
📍 5-1-50 Shimono-cho, Kojima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, JAPAN
A premier denim processing factory in the "Holy Land of Domestic Jeans". 18 years of dedication to vintage finishing and eco-tech.
🌐 [Website]: https://whoval.com/
📸 [Instagram]: Instagram: whoval_official
🛒 [Online Store]: https://whovalstore.stores.jp/
👖 [In-House Brand] BLUE SAKURA: https://www.blue-sakura.com/
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
📺 MakingZ - Amazing World Craftsmanship
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
Broadcasting Japanese manufacturing to the world in 66 languages.
💫 Supported in 66 Languages!
Select "Captions (CC)" in settings to watch in your preferred language.
✅ Subscribe & Share
@making-z
-----------------------------------------------------
《 Production & Copyright 》
S-Pool, Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime: 2471)
We aim to contribute to a sustainable society and promote regional revitalisation.
For filming requests and inquiries:
✉ makingz.awc@gmail.com
-----------------------------------------------------
#JapaneseDenim #Manufacturing #Jeans #Okayama #Kojima #WHOVAL #VintageJeans #StoneWash #Craftsmanship #MadeInJapan #Kurashiki #BLUESAKURA #DenimProcessing #WashProcessing #Fading #Aging #Fashion #Denim #HowTo #Process #Textile #EcoFriendly #Nanomist #Selvedge #RawDenim #ASMR #Satisfying #JapanTrip #FactoryTour #Artisan #Handmade #DistressedJeans #DenimLovers #JapanTravel #4K #8K #WashingJeans #DenimLife #HeritageFashion #Bespoke