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2021.06.16

Tapered pants featuring Triporous™, a new sustainable material derived from rice husks developed by the Sony Group, and combined with the function of "WONDER SHAPE" that stretches 360 degrees

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Toyoshima & Co., Ltd. aims to propose comfortable lifestyles (President & CEO: Hanshichi Toyoshima, Nagoya City Naka-ku The stretch functional material "WONDER SHAPE" developed by Sony Group Corporation uses the sustainable material "Triporous™" originally developed by Sony Group Corporation. Tapered pants made of fabric that combines the characteristics of Wonder Shape and Triporous will be on sale at men's brand "DUFFER" stores and official online store from Wednesday, June 16.



The products to be released this time are tapered pants with 360-degree stretch in all directions, which is a feature of "WONDER SHAPE", and deodorizing antibacterial function, which is a feature of "Triporous™". You can wear it both on and off, not only when you go out, but also when relaxing at home.

■Characteristics of TOYOSHIMA 's proprietary material "WONDER SHAPE"
With the tagline “comfortable for me and the earth”, it is a stretch functional material originally developed by TOYOSHIMA that combines functionality that is “comfortable for me” with sustainable production methods that are “comfortable for the earth”.

The unique patented knitting (knitting method) technology increases the stretch rate and stretch recovery rate, and pursues stretchability in all directions of 360 degrees. We have achieved excellent shape stability that does not easily lose its shape. Furthermore, in the manufacturing process, natural gas is used as part of the fuel, and 60% of the water used in dyeing is recycled, making it an environmentally friendly and sustainable material that is also supported by the fashion industry.



About Sony Group Inc.'s proprietary material "Triporous™"
A naturally-derived porous carbon material made from rice husks. Due to its patented unique microstructure, it is expected to be used in a wide range of applications such as water and air purification. "Triporous FIBER™" is an application of Triporous to the textile apparel field.

<Triporous FIBER™ features in this product>
・Sustainable
Made from surplus biomass, rice husks, it contributes to the realization of a recycling-oriented society that is friendly to the global environment.

・Deodorizing effect
Demonstrates a deodorizing effect against ammonia, acetic acid, and isovaleric acid, which are the three major sweat odor components.

・ Antibacterial effect
Demonstrates an antibacterial effect against Moraxella and Staphylococcus aureus, which cause a half-dried odor.

・Washing resistance
Deodorizing and antibacterial performance lasts even after washing.

About Triporous: https://www.sony.com/en/SonyInfo/triporous

■ Product overview
・Product name: “WONDER SHAPE” Heritage
・Size: S/M/L/XL
・Color: CGY (charcoal gray) / BLACK (black)
・Price: ¥16,500 (tax included)

・ Sales start date: Wednesday, June 16, 2021
・ Sales destination: Dafur official online store (https://www.duffer.jp/shop/)

【material】
Developed and used "Wonder Shape" using "Triporous".
The high stretchability of "Wonder Shape" and the high functionality of "Triporous" are crossed over.

[Detail/Silhouette]
The tapered fit of DUFFER's original specs makes the silhouette look boldly towards the hem and makes the legs look beautiful to the fullest. The carefully selected cropped length emphasizes the slim line and makes your legs look beautiful.
The waist area has been updated with an elastic and drawcord specification, and the waist has just the right amount of room for a relaxed fit.
In addition, the rubber specifications allow for a wide range of waist sizes, and one of the attractions of these pants is that you can change the way you wear them depending on the size you choose.


■ DUFFER https://www.duffer.jp/shop/
The Duffer of ST.George is a brand founded in 1984 by Eddie Prendergast and Marco Cairns. The origin of the brand name comes from a story called The Duffer of ST.George. Inspired by stories woven by mischievous children in public schools, the brand image is characterized by a style with twists and playfulness in elegance. The logo mark is quoted from the shield, and the traditional British family crest represented by the royal family has been modified with a comedic touch.
 

■Toyoshima & Co., Ltd. https://www.toyoshima.co.jp/
Founded in 1841. In our 180-year history, we have expanded our business domain in response to the changing times. Currently, we are engaged in a series of processes from purchasing and selling raw materials, yarns, and fabrics from all over the world, and planning of final products to production management and delivery, and are developing comprehensive business in all processes of the fashion industry. In addition, as a company that proposes a sustainable lifestyle, we are developing and providing various sustainable materials, investing in tech ventures, and promoting the development of smart wear. Since 2019, we have adopted "MY WILL" as our statement to express our commitment to sustainability & technology.

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