The North Face Japan unveils one of its most special collaborations to date by joining forces with SASHIKO GALS, a collective of artisans from Ōtsuchi in Iwate Prefecture. The result is a capsule collection that transforms the brand’s technical DNA into true pieces of wearable art. Japanese tradition, contemporary design and sustainability come together in this project.
At the heart of the collection is the Nuptse Hanten Sashiko Jacket. It is a new interpretation of the iconic 1992 Nuptse, reimagined through the silhouette of the hanten, the traditional Japanese winter coat. The fusion creates a relaxed, zip-free garment that still delivers the high level of thermal performance that defines the Nuptse.
The ultimate expression of innovation comes in the BP Nuptse Hanten, crafted from Brewed Protein™. This petroleum-free fibre has been developed by biotech company Spiber. The material reinforces the collection’s commitment to a more responsible future, where technology and sustainability move forward together.
Sashiko: every piece is unique
Each garment has been hand-stitched using the sashiko technique, a traditional Japanese method of textile reinforcement. This makes every piece one of a kind. The visible stitches are not hidden; instead, they are shown as “scars” that reflect the time and craftsmanship of each artisan.
Alongside the jackets, the collection includes BP Nuptse Down Sashiko booties and heavyweight cotton T-shirts. All the pieces feature the distinctive sashiko stitching as a unifying detail.
Exclusive launch in Harajuku
The capsule will receive a hyper-limited release and will be available exclusively at The North Face ALTER in Harajuku, Tokyo, from 27 December 2025. The flagship piece, the BP Nuptse Hanten, will retail for ¥550,000 JPY, further underlining its status as a collector’s item.
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