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Updated: 5 Dec 2024

AineRy Aco Kuro Denim Jacket
-Samurai blue comes to life again-

$482.86

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100% Ryukyuai denim jacket from Okinawa

-Perfectly made in JAPAN

-Denim jacket made of 100% cotton

-Ako kuro denim dyed by  100% Ryukyuai(traditional Japanese indigo): In Okinawa, the scene that changes from twilight to night is called “Ako Kuro”. So that this denim can be enjoyed that it changes its appearance over time.

-Itsuyo-Mimi stitch: A type of textile “Minsar Ori” that has been woven since long time ago in Okinawa. It’s used as a message for women from men. This design repeats the number of 5 and 4 patterns. “Itsuyo Mademo” is linked to “Itsunoyo Mademo” in Japanese and it represents the wish for eternity.

AineRy Size S M L
Body Length 58 cm

(22.8 inches)

60 cm

(23.6 inches)

62 cm

(24.4 inches)

Shoulder Width 47 cm

(18.5 inches)

48.5 cm

(19.1 inches)

50 cm

(19.7 inches)

Body Width 53 cm

(20.9 inches)

56 cm

(22.0 inches)

59 cm

(23.2 inches)

Sleeve Length 59 cm

(23.2 inches)

61 cm

(24.0 inches)

63 cm

(24.8 inches)

CARE:
*Due to the characteristics of the material, this product may stain other clothes when it gets wet with sweat or rain or when it is rubbed strongly.
*Please do not wash with other items because it may cause discoloration.
*This item is available on request. If you like to know how long it takes to receive it, please feel free to ask us.

SKU: AI000300 Category:

What is AineRy?
AineRy is a denim brand from Okinawa, specializing in denim products that are dyed with the traditional material called Ryukyuai. (the indigo leaves from Okinawa) Using special indigo leaves that are planted in Okinawa, the producers carefully extract indigo color and dye fabrics many times, which makes the color beautiful and intricate. Although natural indigo is less common these days with the emergence of cheap synthetic dye, AineRy has been successful to make Ryukyuai(traditional Okinawan indigo) popular again and bring it to life as a stylish fashion item. They handcraft high-quality rare denim products while discovering the traditional method to dye fabrics, planting the indigo leaves and cultivating the land for the leaves. AineRy is a brand that supports the conservation of the rich nature of Okinawa and its sustainable growth. They deliver denim lovers the darkest blue color, which is made possible by the Okinawan nature.


What is Ryukyuai?
Ryukyuai has been grown in Okinawa for centuries and used as dying material. These indigo leaves were essential to make traditional Okinawan textiles. However, as time passed, natural indigo became rare because its production decreased.
Then, AineRy was launched and they made a lot of effort to develop sustainable growth for the local industries in Okinawa basing on SDGs philosophy.  As a result, they have been successful in reviving traditional Okinawan indigo, which was once said impossible to be used for commercial clothing.



Samurai blue comes to life again
Samurai wore dark blue-colored armor that was also known as Kachiiro(Winning color) in the hope of their victory. Shimazu clan, a feudal family from the Satsuma region(Today’s Kagoshima) had the interaction with the Ryukyu Kingdom and it is said that the indigo blue from Ryukyu(Okinawa) was used to dye the fabric of Samurai armor.
The material to dye Samurai armor in the past is now used for denim, still carrying the spirits of Samurai. AineRy, which handcrafts beautiful denim products, cherishes the Ryukyuai and Samurai Museum plays an important role to tell the world about their products.