This is amazing, I have a trip to Japan coming up and I am going to try and set up an appointment with Toshi. However, I was also wondering if there are any known Cottle retailers in Tokyo that I might be able to visit as well. Have a ton of stops on my list thanks to recs from BBSP, and if there are any spots that sell Cottle in Tokyo I'd love to visit. Thanks!
Will do! Also, Jonah what camera/film stock combo are you rocking for the film photos you include in the sletters? Always love seeing the photos you take being included!
I don't normally comment on here, but I had the pleasure to visit Toshi a few weeks ago after you. It was easily the most memorable part of my trip.
You realize when you see that it's so small scale, him willing to take hours out of his day to tour you around, drive you to the train, and show you every little piece of what makes the brand, Toshi is truly dedicated to the philosophy of it; money is a complete afterthought. Every person who goes there gets that same treatment, it doesn't matter if you have one of the biggest newsletters out there, or if you are just a random clothes nerd.
With that being said, the level of craftsmanship makes it all the more crazy because I don't think there is much of anything else out there that rivals his attention to detail. The best part is that it isn't some scalable thing a big business could steal. Its essence is in the small minute details like the Kintsugi buttons. Truly just a family and small team dedicated to their craft.
P.S. you are correct that Quiet Storm line felt absolutely beyond. Softest hand ever.... just wait until everyone sees the Saki-Ori with Indigo and Kakishibu.
Great look into one of the coolest lines around. I’m fortunate enough to own a type 2 and a sunset pile fleece and they’re up there as two of my favorite pieces in my collection.
When I ordered my type 2, Toshi reached out and let me know it would be a couple months because of the process explained here and some time off for the Cottle team. In a world of instant gratification and clicks, knowing that this piece was being made specifically for me (with any measurement adjustments if needed) makes me feel connected to the piece in a rare and personal way. Toshi updated me periodically on the progress throughout. Making the jacket specifically for me along with how awesome the piece feels and wears is why it’s probably my most worn jacket. Yes, the price point is high but everything that goes into these garms makes it absolutely worth it.
I got hooked on Cottle back in 2019 I believe, when one of the local japanese connaisseurs had a bunch of jackets in the shop... in 2020 I went all-in with an orchestra coat! Still my favourite coat of all time as it kinda doubles as a slick backpack
One thing I would like to add is that Toshi and the gang also take an extraordinary amount of time to figure out your sizing, preferred color etc. !online! as well! That also really stuck out to me - reach out to them via Insta or mail and they'll take a lot of time to answer your questions!
Really need to visit the shop next time I'm in the area as well!
Thanks for the dope write up
on one of my favourite new brands and thanks for showing them to me!
Yo! Aged absolutely beautifully, the fabric just gets a bit lighter on top (I got the Kakishibu one, so it turns from a deep brown to a a bit lighter brown)
Regarding the backpack: kinda yeah, kinda no? What I meant by that is that there are SO many pockets on this thing, you don't really need a backpack when you're wearing it. Went to work with it in winter quite often and would just put my laptop into the pockets.
PS: Ken Sakata made a post on the 14th of May on "How to make a clothes that appeal to Japanese people" or smth like that and it showcases the exact coat I got towards the end - including some of the aging process!
So that style forum post was yours? I had read it last night when I went into a cottle rabbit hole! Thank you. And I will re-watch that Ken Sakata video , which I enjoyed, this time with an eye out for this coat.
if you're looking for Cottle in NYC, i believe 180 the Store in Tribeca carries some of their stuff!
Wasn’t aware of Cottle before but really marvel at the time & attention they put into what they make. Thanks for a detailed description & photos.
A unique operation
These garments make me want to donate my closet, wear a gorgeous kakishibu fleece, and pursue a truer calling.
It's almost as if I'm not yet pure enough of heart to deserve wearing such clothes.
Purify that heart now
Those selvedge photos and description are phenomenal.
This is amazing, I have a trip to Japan coming up and I am going to try and set up an appointment with Toshi. However, I was also wondering if there are any known Cottle retailers in Tokyo that I might be able to visit as well. Have a ton of stops on my list thanks to recs from BBSP, and if there are any spots that sell Cottle in Tokyo I'd love to visit. Thanks!
I didn’t see it anywhere, but wasn’t seeking it out because we knew we were visiting hq — I’d ask them when you get in touch about an appointment
Will do! Also, Jonah what camera/film stock combo are you rocking for the film photos you include in the sletters? Always love seeing the photos you take being included!
It’s different things in different sletters, but these are an Olympus mju 1 with portra 400
I don't normally comment on here, but I had the pleasure to visit Toshi a few weeks ago after you. It was easily the most memorable part of my trip.
You realize when you see that it's so small scale, him willing to take hours out of his day to tour you around, drive you to the train, and show you every little piece of what makes the brand, Toshi is truly dedicated to the philosophy of it; money is a complete afterthought. Every person who goes there gets that same treatment, it doesn't matter if you have one of the biggest newsletters out there, or if you are just a random clothes nerd.
With that being said, the level of craftsmanship makes it all the more crazy because I don't think there is much of anything else out there that rivals his attention to detail. The best part is that it isn't some scalable thing a big business could steal. Its essence is in the small minute details like the Kintsugi buttons. Truly just a family and small team dedicated to their craft.
P.S. you are correct that Quiet Storm line felt absolutely beyond. Softest hand ever.... just wait until everyone sees the Saki-Ori with Indigo and Kakishibu.
Amazing. Toshi truly a mensch ❤️
Great look into one of the coolest lines around. I’m fortunate enough to own a type 2 and a sunset pile fleece and they’re up there as two of my favorite pieces in my collection.
When I ordered my type 2, Toshi reached out and let me know it would be a couple months because of the process explained here and some time off for the Cottle team. In a world of instant gratification and clicks, knowing that this piece was being made specifically for me (with any measurement adjustments if needed) makes me feel connected to the piece in a rare and personal way. Toshi updated me periodically on the progress throughout. Making the jacket specifically for me along with how awesome the piece feels and wears is why it’s probably my most worn jacket. Yes, the price point is high but everything that goes into these garms makes it absolutely worth it.
And the new zip-up looks incredible.
Beautiful
Aaah, what a great read man
I got hooked on Cottle back in 2019 I believe, when one of the local japanese connaisseurs had a bunch of jackets in the shop... in 2020 I went all-in with an orchestra coat! Still my favourite coat of all time as it kinda doubles as a slick backpack
One thing I would like to add is that Toshi and the gang also take an extraordinary amount of time to figure out your sizing, preferred color etc. !online! as well! That also really stuck out to me - reach out to them via Insta or mail and they'll take a lot of time to answer your questions!
Really need to visit the shop next time I'm in the area as well!
Thanks for the dope write up
on one of my favourite new brands and thanks for showing them to me!
I just checked out this coat online. What a beauty! How has it aged? And do you really also use it as a backpack!
Yo! Aged absolutely beautifully, the fabric just gets a bit lighter on top (I got the Kakishibu one, so it turns from a deep brown to a a bit lighter brown)
Regarding the backpack: kinda yeah, kinda no? What I meant by that is that there are SO many pockets on this thing, you don't really need a backpack when you're wearing it. Went to work with it in winter quite often and would just put my laptop into the pockets.
I remembered I did a little write up on the features here right after I got it, so if you're interested in getting one, this might be a somewhat useful resource?https://www.styleforum.net/threads/cottle.670201/page-13
Cheeeers!
PS: Ken Sakata made a post on the 14th of May on "How to make a clothes that appeal to Japanese people" or smth like that and it showcases the exact coat I got towards the end - including some of the aging process!
So that style forum post was yours? I had read it last night when I went into a cottle rabbit hole! Thank you. And I will re-watch that Ken Sakata video , which I enjoyed, this time with an eye out for this coat.
Hahaha yep! Damn, just made me realise I have had it for 5 years and still absolutely in love with it
I swear I'm not shilling lol
Yeah, check it out!