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Meriyasu: the rise of machine-knitted fabric
Meriyasu, the Japanese term for knitted fabric, refers to fabric made using a plain stitch which can stretch both horizontally and vertically.
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Merippa Slippers – Patchwork Magenta
メリッパ
A soft, reversible pair of knitted slippers designed for indoor use.
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Region
Kantō
関東
The Kantō region is densely populated and home to a third of the country's population. It is centred around the nation's vibrant capital – Tokyo, formerly known as Edo, which has been the cultural, economic and political heart of Japan for centuries. Outside this megacity, there are mountains, onsen and ski resorts, magnificent temple complexes and excellent surfing opportunities within easy reach.
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Producer
Nakahashi Knitting
中橋莫大小株式会社
Nakahashi Meriyasu, a company specializing in meriyasu, or ‘knitted fabric’, was established in 1951 during the period of post-war industrial growth and has supplied global fashion brands with its knitted fabrics. Inspired by the history of hand-knitting in Japan and machine technology, Nakahashi Meriyasu has created a series of reversable hand-finished slipper-socks suitable for modern living.
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