In Japan, reusing, remaking, and recycling have always been part of the culture,” says Yuji Jitsutani, one of the store’s ...

The dark indigo hue of Made-in-Japan denim, much of it hailing from ... The clattering power looms are vintage Toyodas, from the weaving company that preceded automaker Toyota.

Also, the close-knit local community made her feel comfortable ... and maintaining these vintage houses can be very expensive.” A Machiya in Kyoto. Japan has many advantages as a place to ...