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Press release< Premium Textile Japan 2014 Spring/Summer >< Dates > May 8 – 9, 2013 (Wed. – Thu.)< Time > 10:00 – 18:00< Venue > Tokyo International Forum / Exhibition Hall 2 (B2F)< Visitors > Buyers and invited visitors only < Admission free >< Organiser > Japan Fashion Week Organization
JFW Textile Division Steering Committee< Supporters > Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Organization of Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation, Japan
Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO)Japan Apparel-Fashion Industry Council
The Japan Textiles Importers’ Association, Japan Textiles Exporters’ Association

The Premium Textile Japan (PTJ) fair, aiming to provide a platform uniting top domestic andoverseas buyers and suppliers, celebrates its 5th anniversary. Record fair attendees are forecast
based on the four events held to date to an exhibition which has won visitor acclaim and earned
their recognition as a lively and successful event. The fair was particularly praised in terms ofbusiness achievement, since most visitors were apparel designers and merchandisers withdecision-making authority for fabric procurement. A greater emphasis on business-orientation
and business matching overseen by the organiser also boost its appeal. To enhance the PTJ
appeal and end result, we will commence individual export consultations exclusively for PTJ
exhibitors. As the sole premium textile salon held in Asia, with authentic brands originating fromthe same, the PTJ Is presently striving to invite textile buyers of luxury brands, from Asia as wellas domestic markets, to upgrade the show.

□ Premium Textile Japan – Participant eligibility criteria ・Companies selling textiles or textile-related/supporting materials
・With a clear indication of the price/quantity(batch)/delivery timeof the products and possessing an organized sales system.
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Press release・Stationing sales representatives at the venue during the fair.
・ Capable of planning and presenting newly developed products on a continuous basis.
*An inspection system is applied by appointed external specialists to verify the above criteria.
■ Exhibitors – Details : 67 entries / 85.5 standard booths (Ref.1 : Exhibitors’ list)< Zone A > Staples (cotton / linen / wool / blends) : 32 entries / 38 standard booths＜Zone B> Filaments (synthetics/silk/ functional/blends) : 14 entries / 23.5 standard booths< Zone C> Dyeing・finishing/prints/embroidery・lace/ leather: 12 entries / 13 standard booths< Zone D> Supporting materials/accessories/knits/twisted yarns:9 entries/11 standard booths*Overseas exhibitors : 7 entries / 8 standard booths (Thailand/Taiwan/Turkey/India)*PTJ – newly applied : 9 entries / 11 standard booths■ Trend & Index Corner : (Ref. Guidebook)
This trend corner will feature our original seasonal trends (JFW Textile View) alongside
fabrics submitted by exhibitors and effectively categorised according to thematic trends,
guiding visitors to exhibitors’ booths.
 No. of displayed fabrics: approx. 518 pcs. (incl. 185 pcs. of INDEX materials)
2014 Spring / Summer Trend Overview< Strive for self-improvement daily >The belief on happiness existing in our daily lives has vanished, accelerating the fear of isolation
and reducing our sense of value to rubble at the same time. It is thus now time to confront our
fundamental nature as human beings. In search of how we should live amid such desolation, we
should strive to cultivate ourselves, improve our daily lives, clean up society, and brighten theworld, namely polish everything starting with the self… by coexisting with nature. Let us polishand cultivate our talent, to bring out the true strength and ensure a brighter, happier future.

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Press release■ PTJ Business supporting programme
1) Business matching programme
A business matching system for exhibitors and VIP buyers will operate during the fair.
Participants will include Aba House International Co., making its debut, and a retailer,‘Ito-Yokado Co., Ltd. <MADE IN JAPAN> Project Team and Takashimaya Co., Ltd.,<Catalogue/online sales - ‘I-3 (trois)’ team> alongside creators/designer maisons having
participated in the JFW collection business. We will further strive to make thisprogramme the centrepiece of the PTJ fair, targeting even greater success of thebusiness dialogue organised.
≪ VIP Buyers ≫< Apparel / retailing companies / brands >・ Aba House International Co. : devinette, qualite, 5351 Pour Les Femme
・ IY Holdings Ito-Yokado Co., Ltd. : < MADE IN JAPAN> Project Team and others
・ Takashimaya Co., Ltd. : Catalogue/online sales ‘I-3 (trois)’ team and others< Designer maisons : brands / designers (belonging companies) >・ ayumi.mitsukane / Ayumi Mitsukane (T-Three Co., Ltd.)・ DRESSCAMP / Toshikazu Iwaya (IWY)・ HAN AHN SOON / Han Ahn Soon （MARK STYLER Co.,Ltd）・ HISUI / Hiroko Ito （ZEROZEROESUESU Inc.）- No. of companies participating in business matching : 23
- No. of matching set-ups : 37 (planned)2) Premium Textile Japan – Individual consultation on exporting (for exhibitors) From this fair, by cooperating with JETRO, we will implement an advisory meeting
programme on overseas sales channels and expansion of exporting for small- andmedium-sized enterprises exhibiting in the PTJ fair. Efficient presentations/proposals
with sufficient acknowledgement/understanding of overseas buyers in the negotiations
is key, alongside follow-ups which would boost the potential for further achievement.
This programme will help and support those attempting to tackle overseas business andneeding basic know-how or those experiencing difficulties despite all efforts involved.
Taking this PTJ opportunity, we will establish an individual consultation system allowing
the lecturer/advisor to render concrete advice onsite while checking the exhibitors’ fabricsamples, coping on a case-by-case basis.
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Press release<Guide to individual consultation>
Organiser: JETRO, Japan Fashion Week Organisation (JFW)
Date / Time: May 8 - 9, 2013 (Wed. - Thu.) 10:00 -18:00(* Allocated time per company: approx. 40 min.)Venue: Within the PTJ fair venue (in each booth)
Participant criteria: Small- and medium-sized textile companies, exhibiting in the PTJ fair
Fixed total no. : 17 companies (free of charge)< Profile of lecturer/advisor > Mr. Kazuyoshi Muto
Joined Takisada-Osaka Co., Ltd in 1969, mainly involved in a business importing high-end
fabrics from Europe. Held posts of Division Manager of the international Dept. and Managing
Director of the International & Trading Dept. successively until retiring in Jan. 2012.
Established his own company, Muto Planning in April and assumed the position ofRepresentative Director. Constantly endeavours to execute surveys reflecting the actual
circumstances of domestic small- and medium-sized textile companies, problems involved inoverseas sales strategy, as well as advising on and supporting the future of sales
promotional enhancement. Currently active as a researcher at the Japan Textiles Exporters
Association and committee member of the JFW Textile Division, as well as the Japan/India
Fashion Forum, alongside a domestic coordinator at JETRO (for the 2012 fiscal year)■ Topics□ Information on displayed fabrics in the trend corner (Ref. 2 : Exhibitors’ PR)
Featuring newly developed and top recommended fabrics, submitted by exhibitors of
the PTJ 2014 S/S fair based on the JFW Tex View trend themes.

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Press release<Autumn/Winter fair programmes by the JFW Textile Division for the 2013 fiscal year>< Domestic fairs >The business negotiation salon and the textile trade fair will be held concurrently at
the Tokyo International Forum.
■ Premium Textile Japan 2014 Autumn/Winter (Business negotiation salon)
・ Dates : Nov. 20 – 21, 2013 (Wed. – Thu.)
・ Time :10:00 – 18:00

・ Venue : Tokyo International Forum / Hall 2
・ Exhibitors : Textile, dyeing/finishing companies,
companies dealing with supporting materials
・ Visitors :Buyers & invited visitors only <Admission : free>■ JFW Japan Creation 2014 (Total textile trade fair)・ Dates : Nov. 20 – 21, 2013 (Wed. – Thu..)・ Time : 10:00 – 18:00
・ Venue : Tokyo International Forum / Hall 1
・ Exhibitors : Textile, dyeing/finishing companies, companies
dealing with supporting materials, info-related companies
・ Visitors : Apparel, trading companies, wholesalers, designers, students and other related members

・ Admission : Free (with invitation cards) / JPY2,000 (same day ticket) / JPY1,000(discount ticket)
・ Related programmes : Academic-industrial collaboration <Form Presentation> /Piggy’s Special (fashion show) / Forum and others (planned)< Overseas fairs >Participating in major overseas textile fairs via ‘Fair in Fair’ style.
□ Preview in SEOUL < Promotion -Japan Textile- >・ Dates : Sept. 4 – 6, 2013 (Wed.- Fri.)・ Venue : COEX Convention and Exhibition Center■ Intertextile Shanghai apparel fabrics 2013 < Japan Pavilion >・ Dates : Oct. 21 – 24, 2013 (Mon. – Thu.)・ Venue : Shanghai New International Expo Centre

Hall W2・ Participant eligibility criteria : Japanese-registered companies
・ Organiser of < Japan Pavilion > :- Japan Fashion Week Organization (JFW)- Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO)

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List of PremiumTextileJapan 2014S/S Exhibitors

A zone：Staples(cotton、Linen、Wool、and blends)
Company Name
Booth No.
BANG OVERSEAS LTD./India
A-22
BON CO.,LTD.
A-13
CLOTH JAPANA-3
CREATE TSUSHIMA
A-11
DUCK TEXTILE CO.,LTD.
A-6
FURUHASHI WEAVING CO.,LTD.
A-20
GREENVILLE TRADING CO.,LTD./Thailand
A-30
HAYASHIYO CO.,LTD.
A-10
IMADA
A-2
KAGEYAMA CO.,LTD.
A-14
KAIHARA CORPORATION
A-15
KOKKa Co.,LTD.
A-28
KOMATSUWA TEXTILE CO.,LTD.
A-25
KUWAMURA CO.,LTD. TEXTILE DIVISION-1
A-24
MARUMAN INC.
A-18
MORIKIKU CO.,LTD.
A-12
NAITO TEXTILE CO.,LTD.
A-7
NIHON HOMESPUN CO.,LTD.
A-19
OMI ORIMONO CO.,LTD.
A-29
ORTA ANADOLU TIC VE SAN ISL. T.A.S./Turkey
A-26
OZAWA TEXTILE CO.,LTD.
A-8
PANOCO TRADING CO.,LTD.
A-16
PIACERE CO.,LTD.
A-27
SHIGAASA CO.,LTD.
A-17
TATSUMI WEAVING CO.,LTD.
A-21
THAI NUM CHOKE TEXTILE CO.,LTD./Thailand
A-31
TM TEXTILE CO.,LTD.
A-9
TSURUGA SENI CO.,LTD.
A-1
United Textile Mills Co.,Ltd./Thailand
A-32
WATANABE PILE TEXTILE CO.,LTD.
A-5
YAMAZAKI TEXTILE CO.,LTD.
A-4
Yuan Ling Knitting Industrial Co.,LTD./Taiwan
A-23

B zone：Filament(man-made、silk、function and blended)

Company NameCORAL CO.,LTD.
Crescend Yonezawa
DOKOH SHOJI CO.,LTD.
HATAOKA CO./ASUWA KOGYOSYOKUMAZAWA SHOJI CO.,LTD.
MARUI ORIMONO CO.,LTD.
MEIRIN SENI CO.,LTD.
MIWA CO.,LTD.
OKATEX CO.,LTD.
SAIEI ORIMONO CO.,LTD.
SOLID TEXTILE CO.,LTD./Taiwan
TAKASHIMA SHOJI CO.,LTD.
TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC.
UNI TEXTILE CO.,LTD.

Booth No.
B-12
B-4
B-1
B-2
B-8
B-9
B-13
B-6
B-7
B-3
B-10
B-11
B-14
B-5

C zone：Dyeing/Finishing、Print、Embroidery、Lace、Leather

Company Name
CHARMANT CO.,LTD.
FREES CO.,LTD.
FUTABA LACE CO.,LTD.
HINODE SENGYO CO.,LTD.
HISAYAMASENKO CO.,LTD.
KYOWA LACE CO.,LTD.
OCHIAI LACE CO.,LTD.
SAKAMOTO DENIM CO.,LTD.
SAKURAI SHOTENSANYO SENKO CO.,LTD.
TANAKA EMBROIDERY LTD.

Booth No.
C-3
C-12
C-6
C-10
C-7
C-9
C-5
C-1
C-11
C-8
C-4

D zone：Supporting、Materials、Accessories、Knit、Yarns
Company Name
Booth No.
TANIGAWA CO.,LTD.
C-2
AOKI-ORIKOUGEI CO.,LTD.
D-4
AVILYNN INC.
D-8
ITONONE
D-2
KATSUMI CO.,LTD.
D-1
MIYATA WF CO.,LTD.
D-7
MONDO CO.,LTD.
D-3
SHIMADA TEXTILE CO.,LTD.
D-5
TAKASAWA TEXTILE MANUFACTURE CO.,LTD.
D-6
TOWA KNIT CO.,LTD.
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Trend-1
The theme is ‘Recalling Sweet Memories’… featuring romantic fabrics with dual andcontradictory elements, at once bothangelic and diabolic, to be enjoyed.
Romantic fabrics awash with opposing
natures recalling the flexibility andcreativity of childhood;sensitivity – audacity / ephemerality intensity / nostalgia - novelty / sweetness –＜Romantic Fabrics＞

See-through knits
TOWA KNIT CO., LTD. presents knits using mainly yarns that are tremendously
difficult to apply for manufacturers targeting cost/efficiency; an extra-fine filament nylon
series with unrivalled softness and refinement. (>>> dot-motif tulle and a power-net of
extra-fine, durable nylon yarn), bright toned rayon tulle series, using a ‘colouringleader‘ item perfect for accentuating. (>>> tulle made of fine rayon boasting a uniquecrisp feel and bright tonality to emphasize freshness), and avant-garde tulle withfinishing, evoking the sensation, ‘What on earth is this?’. All these originally developed
items are awash with both sensitivity and audacity.

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Spotlight on cellulose fibre thanks to its exceptional chromogenicity and design
MEIRIN SENI CO., LTD. will present < JIST CELLULSE (cellulose) > to buyers,
highlighting 3 items < viscose >, < cupro >, and < acetate >, to promote theparticularity of cellulose nature; outstanding texture and drapery, as well as brilliant
chromogenicity. < shrink-resistant viscose >, < full-dull cupro >, and < hi-multi acetate> are items excelling in both design and functionality, which we use exclusively as
fashion items among other cellulose fibres.
New lace line-up
Lace is an indispensable component when coordinating spring/summer outfits,reflecting the abundance of lace makers exhibiting in this fair. TSURUGA SENI CO.,LTD. Showcases trendy, neo-sensed embroidery laces based on upcoming trends,
exploiting production at their own factory. FUTABA LACE CO., LTD. also has afactory in Fukui where they develop Japan-made raschel lace to be handled insmall batches, while KYOWA LACE CO., LTD. will be presenting their new sample
book, the preview issue of which is scheduled for May. Please check out their new
products, including the airy yet taut Andaria chemical lace. KATSUMI CO., LTD.
maintains a constant stock of 1,400 original braid lace samples and will be showcasing
approx. 100 newly developed items, including enamel, shaggy linen, and linen cordyarn for SS 2014.
Silk fabrics with transparency
DOKOH SHOJI CO., LTD, specialized in silk, is constantly developing original silk
items based on a wealth of experience and concrete technicity. ‘Playing transparency’is an item reflecting the clear and sheer nature of filament silk among multiple
variations proposed. Conversely, SAIEI ORIMONO CO., LTD., a specialist yarn-dyedsilk textile maker, showcases yarn-dyed organza, using the world’s finest yarns.

Trend 2The theme is ‘Personal Moment’… featuring constantly evolving authentic
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Use of premium materials
CREATE TSUSHIMA is devoted to casual wool products using top-quality materials
and compound fabrics blending natural fibres including wool and synthetic fibres forthat premium feel. These proven and premium fabrics, available in a sleek
embodiment allied to a pleasant rustic feel, with an anti-wrinkle finish and a fluffy touchand feel, are among the show highlights this time.
Functional fabrics as part of the quest for comfort
Fashion fabrics must meet other needs than trends alone. Reflecting this, TORAY
INDUSTRIES, INC. will be showcasing selected synthetic textiles featuringhighly-functional covering products with tried and tested cutting-edge technology.
< Bodyshell Dry > offers a fresh and comfortable feel on a quick
sweat-absorbent/diffusing fabric, non-transparent for underwear, even in white or palecolours.< Dot Air > is a comfortable item, featuring a lightweight mesh design andexceptional breathability while < Feelfit > incorporates a natural fibre feel alongsidetexture-retaining functions such as quick-dry/water absorption, stretchability, UV
prevention and morphological stability, extending the creative potential when using
new synthetic fibres.
Premium quality natural fabrics
YAMAZAKI TEXTILE CO., LTD. produces textiles such as cotton with all three key
elements in hand (so-called sacred treasures), namely fine yarn count / high density /hard twist yarn. Always in stock are around 150 marks (types) of grey fabrics and 100
marks (types) of base fabrics for quick-response printing/bleaching. Compound /mixed-weave fabrics, voile textiles with unrivalled yarn counts and cellulose fibre will
be showcased as new standardized items to satisfy natural tastes with premium
quality.
FURUHASHI WEAVING CO., LTD., specializing in unique cottons made withlow-speed shuttle looms, will exhibit newly developed items. These include blends ofcotton and silk yarns, alongside < Buff Cloth > with unique tension/firmness thanks to
the use of camellia oil for the finish.
MORIKIKU CO., LTD. will focus its exhibits on natural fibre fabrics in an effort toexpress the gentle Japanese sensitivity in their texture.
Clean-faced aspect
UNI TEXTILE CO., LTD. is a fabric producer based on the motto ‘small-lot – diversified
items’, persisting in Japan quality. Centring on fine ladies’ fabrics, their offerings will
include triacetate, taffeta for coats, and taffeta prints in particular, featuring premium
quality for the S/S 2014 season.

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Trend 3
The theme is ‘Summery Serenade’… fabrics inspired by and seemingly bornfrom nature, conveying a pleasant andsleek feel akin to the early summer air.

＜Comfortable and pleasant feel＞

Natural fabrics with clarity< Filcot > by TATSUMI WEAVING CO., LTD. is a double-woven material featuring
Both filament- and staple-type warp yarns and a reversible high-density fabric,boasting both a clean surface and a natural taste. Compact materials, including
various blends of polyester,cupro and cotton alongside a wide-ranging set of items,
some with vintage finishes, will feature as specialties this time.
Denim of utmost comfort
KAIHARA CORPORATION will showcase ‘Made in Japan’ denim from an all-inclusive
production system in Japan boasting thoroughly managed quality control andknowhow.
< Motion Fit Denim > is an item that fits the physical motions of specific weaving for
supple texture and elasticity while < Powder stretch denim > uses extra-fine polyesterin the weft followed by treated nap-raising for utmost comfort and a super-soft powder
touch.
DUCK TEXTILE CO., LTD. will showcase new products, including denims with an
extra-fine yarn count - 100/2 Supima yarn - alongside double-woven textile denim.
Around 500 denim products from their catalogue are also available in small-lot orders /prompt delivery.
SAKAMOTO DENIM CO., LTD., which marks its 121st foundation anniversary, will beshowcasing indigo-dyed products, a unique product only made possible thanks toaccumulated tradition.
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TAKASAWA TEXTILE MANUFACTURE CO., LTD. From Nagano Prefecture, will
showcasea range of items from its tie-up with a raw material maker, featuring quality yarns from
quality raw materials for matchless end products. These include: < Marshmallow stole> created from top-grade cashmere cotton silk with ultimate softness, ‘ Dhaka-no-kiri’(The fog of Dhaka), and ‘Heian-no-kasane-stole’ (Heian inspired kasane -stole), reminiscentand in homage to one of most beautiful cotton fabrics, believed to be finer than silk,called ‘Dhaka Muslin’ found in India in the 19th century. Crescend Yonezawa from the
district of the same name is known for its attractive and sensitive stoles, created using
specialized yarn-dying techniques, such as double/triple weaves and jacquard, Yoryu(crepe) yarns and corkscrew yarns. AOKI-ORIKOUGEI CO., LTD. from Kiryu and
ITONONE from Yamanashi will also have products of their original silk stoles
respectively on show.

Trend-4
The theme is ‘Soulful Expression’… a summer embraced by a dazzling andblazing sun.
With a special focus on functional fabrics
awash with stimulating and futuristic
elements,
alongside expressive fabrics with rhythmic
and playful allure.

＜Expressive looks＞

Trendy jacquard
CLOTH JAPAN will showcase summery fabrics retaining both functional and sensitive
aspects, such as ‘cotton voile borders’ and ‘cotton lawn jacquard’.
OKATEX CO., LTD. is involved in developing giant-patterned jacquard for ladies wear
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fashion; ‘see-through reversible’ fabrics for skirts, with translucency exposing patterns
through organza/mesh,alongside a refined collection including two-way ‘stretch satin
jacquard’ and ‘acetate jacquard with lamé’.
MARUMAN INC. has developed jacquard with a bold yet muted surface effect byanalysing a complex texture, who will showcase new items boasting innumerable
optical effects under the themes of ;< micro jacquard >, < 3D jacquard > and < photojacquard >.
Rhythmical expression on fabrics
CORAL CO., LTD deals with distinctive fabrics featuring lamé, spangles and foils,
carving out its own market niche. New items include bold patterned jacquard,
shantung and organza; all of which will be showcased for S/S 2014.
NIHON HOMESPUN CO., LTD, known as a producer of original tweeds using
traditional hand-woven techniques and knowhow will surprise visitors with its further
creative tweeds, made with myriad yarns and achieving an innovative feel.
From the Nishiwaki (Banshu) home of textiles
A set of 5 companies representing the Nishiwaki (Banshu) region, famous forrecord-breaking cotton yarn-dyed production volume in Japan; OZAWA TEXTILE CO.,LTD., KAGEYAMA CO., LTD., KUWAMURA CO., LTD., BON CO., LTD., and
MARUMAN INC. OZAWA TEXTILE CO., LTD., is constantly striving to produce
optimal and distinctive fabrics by procuring strictly selected materials and ensuring
Japan Quality in terms of chromogenicity, finished texture and physical property.
Focused efforts to maintain top quality are reflected in < Master Seed Cotton >, madefrom new and premium extra-long staple cotton, as well as < Linen Top >, a top-dyed
pure linen item from France.
Products inspired by the concept of ‘cool, fresh summer’ will go on show this time.
KUWAMURA CO., LTD., will present a range using next-generation ecologicalmaterial, e.g. < Tencel >, highlighting a softness of texture cotton cannot match, while
BON CO., LTD. features functional fabrics retaining cool and warm-feel by the specificyarn process technique, < Yarn Processing >.
Dynamic and rhythmical multi-colours
SHIMADA TEXTILE CO., LTD. will showcase 150 new patterned circular knit
jacquard items, featuring wide-ranging mélange aspects of fabric and using soft andglossyIndian cotton in particular, alongside yarn-dyed grandrelle twisted polyester.
TM TEXTILE CO., LTD. deals with original textiles and knits, with an emphasis on
prints anda scope ranging from natural to synthetic materials. More than 100 newly launcheditems, including soft yet crisp knits, will be showcased for S/S 2014.

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