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Luxury Durable Japanese Towels

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Japarcana are the World's Most Luxurious Absorbent Towels

Yoshiharu Shiozawa is the founder of the luxury Japanese towel brand Japarcana. The company is currently crowdfunding a Kickstarter campaign with aspirations of becoming a global staple in the industry. All of the brand's towels are produced in Imabari, Japan, known as the Mecca of Japanese towel production.

These unique towels will be released in two types of premium fabrics. Omiyage, which means 'souvenir' in Japanese, is designed for giving away to friends and family. It is made using 100% Superior Pima Cotton and beautifully pieced threads that provide incredible softness. The Yudono is made from fine-long yarn and has an amazingly soft texture.

All of the towels were designed to provide you with a high-end bathing experience. Yoshiharu built his company with the goal of longevity and is passionate about his Ukiyoe-style towels being the best on the market.

Image Credit: Yoshiharu
Trend Themes
1. Japanese Luxury Towels - There is an opportunity for other luxury companies to incorporate traditional Japanese art styles and high-quality materials into their products.
2. Crowdfunding for Luxury Brands - A disruptive innovation opportunity exists for luxury brands to leverage crowdfunding as a way to introduce their products and secure funding for operations.
3. Regional Product Specialization - The success of Japarcana showcases the opportunity for businesses to identify and specialize in regional products that leverage unique local resources and traditions.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Towel - The luxury towel industry can explore incorporating traditional Japanese art styles and high-quality materials for an upscale and unique bath experience.
2. Crowdfunding - Luxury brands interested in launching new products can utilize crowdfunding platforms to reach a wider audience and secure funding while gauging demand.
3. Traditional Craft Production - Industries that specialize in traditional crafts can identify unique regional resources and create products that highlight their niche expertise and local culture.
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