Studio D'Artisan Indigo Kakishubi Sashiko Selvedge Jeans

Original Selvedge Indigo Kakishibu sashiko fabric 100% cotton One Wash Indigo dyed warp Kakishibu dyed weft Regular Straight Fit 4 Button fly Engraved copper male/female rivets Hidden rivets featured on back pockets SDA original back pocket arcuates Chainstitched back yoke construction Deerskin Leather waistband patch Herringbone pocket bags Center belt loop offset Kakishibu has a deep-rooted history in Japanese craft culture & tradition, dating back to the early 13th century when it was first introduced to Japan from China. Annually in late August, unripe persimmon is harvested as their tannin or juice is extracted. Used as a multi-solution tool, Kakishibu was used to cure hangovers, for wood lacquering, and even as a clearing agent for sake, to name only a few of the varied applications of the historic dye.