How about a sweatshirt inspired by vintage designs? This special piece from Papas is limited to 50 pieces.

When it comes to what you’ll want as autumn deepens, it’s definitely a sweatshirt.

That’s why I took notice of a piece created by PAPAS, a long-established Japanese brand specializing in men’s casual wear.

This is a collaboration with the American brand A.G. Spalding & Bros.

〈A.G. Spalding & Bros.〉 manufactured sportswear in the first half of the 20th century. Their signature item was the sweatshirt, and pieces made during that era are said to be cherished by vintage enthusiasts today. This iconic item was revived in 2017 as a “Made in Japan” product. This is what led to the current collaboration with 〈Papas〉.

A.G. Spalding & Bros × PAPAS Collaboration Sweatshirt
¥41,800

This piece is characterized by its airy, fluffy texture and the soft feel of its brushed inner lining. It is slowly knitted on a rare hanging knitting machine located in Wakayama.

In terms of details, the gussets that extend from the neck to the shoulders—a signature feature of A.G. Spalding & Bros. not found elsewhere—and the hand-warmer pockets, shaped like boxing gloves, are particularly eye-catching.

The “Papas” logo is embroidered in black in small letters on the chest and printed in large letters on the back.

This special item will go on sale at “Papas Marunouchi Main Store” starting Saturday, November 28. It is available only in gray, and the release is limited to 50 pieces.

If you read this feature article, you'll surely understand the appeal of *Papas*.