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"Rewriting the Rules of Wool": Unveiling 'NIKKE AXIO®,' the Miracle Material That Captivated Factelier

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In modern Japan, the domestic production share for apparel has plummeted to the 1% range. As many factories disappear, unable to pass on their skills, one brand continues its mission to directly connect Japanese artisans with consumers under the philosophy of "Enriching daily life with story-worthy items." That brand is Factelier, founded in 2012.
Factelier described one material as a 'game-changer for textiles' and adopted it for its own products: the ultra-high-performance wool yarn 'NIKKE AXIO®', created by Nikke Textile Co., Ltd. Made from this exceptional material, the “NIKKE AXIO® Premium Drape T-shirt” has garnered immense support from customers seeking true quality.
Why did Factelier fall in love with this wool yarn? And what is the essence of Japanese craftsmanship woven into this single T-shirt? To uncover the secrets, we spoke with Masaki Kobayashi of Factelier.
PROFILE
Masaki Kobayashi
Masaki Kobayashi

Factelier / Lifestyle Accent Inc.

Content and PR Manager

Born in Osaka Prefecture in 1982. After graduating from university, he studied public relations for two years at the PR training school 'EFAP JAPON' before gaining experience at two PR firms. While working at a PR company, he joined the Made-in-Japan, factory-direct fashion brand 'Factelier' as a founding member in 2012, serving as a volunteer for two and a half years before officially joining as the company's first employee. His responsibilities have spanned a wide range of duties beyond PR, including content creation, 'Factelier on the Road' (speaking engagements), factory tours, customer support, sales, shipping, and serving as the manager of the Kumamoto flagship store. Currently, as the Content and PR Manager, he continues to communicate the richness of Japanese craftsmanship through factory interviews, content and newsletter creation, public relations, and even involvement in apparel product development.

Is Japanese Craftsmanship Disappearing? The Reality of a 1% Market Share

The high quality of stitching and materials unique to Made-in-Japan products.
The high quality of stitching and materials unique to Made-in-Japan products.
When Factelier was founded in 2012, the domestic production ratio for apparel in Japan was already at a critically low level.
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