At Furuhashi, we put the technology behind Enshu-style textiles to work in developing new concepts in cloth with a particular focus on the aesthetic properties of the material and how it drapes against the skin. Using low-speed shuttle looms, we follow traditional techniques in all of our processes, including paste coating and washing. We reproduce the quintessential qualities of the material itself, such as the springy feel of cotton and the fuzzy feel of wool, creating cloth that appeals to the senses.
Enshu tweed (a fine blend of wool and linen)
This tweed features a blend of heavy-weight yarns, comprising 80% wool and 20% linen. We developed this fabric starting right from the yarn, working together with the company that spins the yarn. Differences in the basic materials produce delicate gradations in the dyed fabric, creating a marbled look. The result is a fabric unique both in appearance and in touch, while the extremely tight weave brings out the crispness of the interwoven wool.
Fine-count cord lane (100% cotton)
This cord lane is woven with fine-count yarn to produce a lined fabric. The fuzzy feel of the finished cords, or lines, creates both an interesting look and a pleasantly refreshing coolness.
Bamboo linen (an interweave of bamboo and linen)
This fabric blends a bamboo warp with a linen weft, making it both light and warm. The crispness of the tight weave beautifully complements the pliant softness produced by the washing process. Using fast-growing bamboo, this bamboo linen is highly appraised as a eco-friendly fabric.
