Since our establishment in 1993 in Kamakura, Japan, we have dedicated 30 years to creating the finest shirts. Our made-in-Japan shirts are crafted with the highest quality materials and exceptional sewing techniques. For those new to Kamakura Shirts, we are here to help you choose your first dress shirt.
Welcome To Kamakura Shirts
FIT
There are two basic fits: Slim fit and Classic fit.
Choose the fit you prefer according to your body shape and style.
- SLIM FIT
- CLASSIC FIT
Inspired by Italian dress shirts,
Slim Fit is well-suited shirt that fits to your body.
Collar
The design for the collar is compact and constructive due to the double layer fabric to create a hemispheric appearance.
Body
The body pattern with a large front body and a small back body gives a slim look and feel.
Sleeve
The sleeves are naturally adjusted so that the cuffs follow the slope of the jacket's cuffs.
Details
The first button is a small 9mm button that matches the sharp collar. The sleeve placket, placket, and stitching width have been narrowed for an elegant look.
A "BACK TO BASIC" shirt
that incorporates traditional British and American elements.
Collar
With a classic feel, the nonchalant collar feels just right when it’s open.
Body
Compared to slim fit, the silhouette and sleeve width keep a sense of size with plenty of space.
Sleeve
The sleeves have a beautiful shape that naturally pretends to be forward.
Details
The thick sleeve placket, placket, and stitch width match the traditional atmosphere. The width of the back yoke is thinly finished in the image of an ivy leaguer.
We offer the basic Tokyo sizes, and larger New York sizes in both fits for taller individual.
Click below to learn more about each fit and size chart.
COLLARS
Three types of collars recommended for the first dress shirt.
Spread
The quintessential business shirt collar. Complimentary to any outfit, with or without a tie. The most reliable standard of dress shirt presentation.
Button-down
Traditional and reliable. Retains a casual, hard-working air and remains a gold standard for classic and modern lovers. Ideal with or without a tie.
Italian Spread
Also known as "Francese," this collar offers a sharp, modern look. Fused for rigidity, it stands well without a tie and looks equally stylish with one.
FABRICS
Three types of fabric recommended for the first dress shirt.
BROADCLOTH
PalPA
PiNPOINT OXFORD
A plain weave fabric called poplin in the UK. The finer the count, the denser and silkier the touch. We use counts ranging from 80th to 300th. A typical material for dress shirts.
Our original easy-care fabric wraps smooth cotton around polyester thread. It offers wrinkle resistance and quick-drying properties, providing time-saving care.
Lighter and finer than regular oxford cloth, the dense construction makes pinpoint less transparent and more durable than broadcloth. Ideal for the office situations.
COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
Stitching
The best quality shirts will place an indulgent 18 stitches, while we go a step further with 22 stitches, attained by the culmination of experience and the result of outstanding needlework.
Buttons
Shell buttons are the hallmark of luxury shirts. They have a beautiful natural glow and are easy to button on and off, compared to the plastic buttons.
Seam
The inside seams of the shirt use the 'flat-felled seam' method, hiding the seam allowances. This makes the seams durable, smooth, and comfortable against the skin.
VIEW OUR BASIC SHIRTS
For each Slim and Classic fits, we offer the basic Tokyo sizes, and larger New York sizes in both fits for taller individual.