Utilizing the material of stretch pants. "Washable Super-Stretch Fit Mask"

TAKUMIBA | Takumiya

Newly developed to alleviate mask shortages. Comfortable fit achieved with tricot material.

Kobo Takumiya in Fukuyama, Hiroshima, has developed a "Washable Super-Stretch Fit Mask" utilizing the material of their core business, stretch pants, to help alleviate the nationwide mask shortage. It has garnered significant attention, primarily on social media, and all shipments for April are currently sold out. For the latest updates, please check the Takumiya Pop-Up Store (https://takumiba.thebase.in/).

Text by OZAKI Sayaka | Edit by TSUCHIDA Takashi

Also effective against pollen and dust. An eco-friendly mask that can be washed repeatedly.

The "Washable Super-Stretch Fit Mask" is an ultra-stretchy, comfortable mask developed from feedback from the front lines of stretch pants manufacturers. It fits snugly to the face, has a smooth texture with minimal pilling, and is designed to prevent ear pain. This comfort is achieved through a knitting technique called warp knitting. It uses a special fabric called "tricot," which is positioned between woven and knitted fabrics, offering incredible elasticity.

While this fabric is notoriously difficult to handle during manufacturing, Takumiya's daily efforts in researching sewing and other specifications enabled the creation of this new mask. As it's made from the same material used in stretch pants, it can be washed and reused repeatedly, making it an environmentally friendly choice.

Since its launch on Friday, March 6, 2020, the mask has received an overwhelming response, far exceeding expectations, primarily through social media, selling out all April shipments. However, an additional production system is being rapidly established. For the latest updates, please check the Takumiya Pop-Up Store (https://takumiba.thebase.in/).