UPDATE: The North Face Japan has just announced a groundbreaking collaboration with SASHIKO GALS, launching a limited-edition collection that redefines the iconic 1992 Nuptse silhouette. This innovative partnership will debut on Saturday, December 27, 2025, exclusively at The North Face ALTER in Harajuku, Tokyo.
This collection is not just a fashion statement; it represents a fusion of ancient Japanese craftsmanship and cutting-edge biotechnology. The standout piece, the BP Nuptse Hanten, merges the traditional hanten, a winter coat worn by the Japanese public, with the unmatched insulation of the Nuptse, creating what is being dubbed “wearable art.”
The BP Nuptse Hanten utilizes Brewed ProteinTM, a revolutionary lab-grown, petroleum-free fiber developed by Spiber, showcasing The North Face’s commitment to sustainability. Each jacket is meticulously hand-stitched, ensuring that every piece tells a unique story through its artisan’s patterns and “scars.”
This collection includes not only the flagship BP Nuptse Hanten but also the BP Nuptse Down Sashiko Booties and heavyweight cotton tees, all enhanced with traditional sashiko thread reinforcement. The flagship jacket will retail for an astonishing ¥550,000 JPY, reflecting its status as a masterwork of design and innovation.
The collaboration with SASHIKO GALS, an artisan collective from Ōtsuchi, Iwate Prefecture, emphasizes the importance of preserving Japanese hand-stitching heritage while pushing the boundaries of modern fashion. This initiative aims to activate cultural heritage in a sustainable context, making each garment a one-of-a-kind artifact.
As anticipation builds for this exclusive release, fashion enthusiasts and collectors are urged to mark their calendars for December 27. With this collaboration, The North Face Japan is set to make waves in the fashion world, blending tradition with sustainability in a way that resonates with consumers today.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops. Don’t miss your chance to secure a piece of this extraordinary collection!
