{"id":87958,"date":"2024-03-27T12:03:32","date_gmt":"2024-03-27T03:03:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/?p=87958"},"modified":"2024-03-27T12:49:55","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T03:49:55","slug":"goldwin-nikke-axio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/","title":{"rendered":"Hand Feel &amp; Functionality<br>Hybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/x80R2JuqG0o?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><br><strong>Synthetic vs. wool<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Synthetic or wool\u2014the question of which material to choose for active wear has long been debated by the likes of runners, trail runners, and hikers. Hikers tend to prefer merino wool for its advantages like good hand feel, odor resistance, and the ability to reduce post-exercise chill; but synthetics are more quick drying, lightweight, and durable. Many manufacturers use materials made of mixed yarns with the hope of reaping the benefits of both wool and synthetics. The problem with conventional wool\u2013polyester blends, however, is that the material pills easily and it feels like polyester to the touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe wanted to offer clothes for outdoor activities that are made of natural materials and feel as comfortable as lounge wear. So we searched for a material that lived up to our ideals,\u201d says Yuya Kobayashi, the performance wear merchandiser in the planning group of the Goldwin business unit at Goldwin Inc. Mr. Kobayashi and his team discovered their ideal material at a yarn mill in Gifu Prefecture. It\u2019s called NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3577-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3577-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3577-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3577-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3577-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3577.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yuya Kobayashi, Goldwin performance wear merchandiser<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>The best of both worlds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> is a blended yarn\u2014composed of two or more different fibers\u2014but whereas conventional wool\u2013polyester blends wrapped the polyester fiber around the outside of the wool fiber bundle, NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> is created with a completely new spiral-structured polyester fiber wrapped inside the wool fiber bundle. Because the polyester is not exposed on the yarn surface, NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> retains the exceptional texture and hand feel of pure wool. It also has all the other functions of wool, such as the ability to reduce post-exercise chill, absorb and release moisture, and resist odors; and thanks to the polyester core, it\u2019s lighter weight, quicker to dry, and has more stretch and wear resistance than pure wool yarns. Not only that, it even solves the problems of conventional wool blends, like hand feel and pilling. In short, NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> is a hybrid yarn with the best of both worlds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3274-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87892\" style=\"width:849px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3274-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3274-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3274-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3274-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3274.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3211-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3211-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3211-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3211-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3211-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3211.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wool (top) and raw polyester (bottom) before spinning at the yarn mill. The fluff of raw polyester is disentangled with pins, and the fibers are aligned into parallel slivers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tomonori Yasuda, the head of the Gifu Factory of Japan Wool Textile Co., Ltd., the developer of NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup>, says, \u201cWith conventional wool\u2013polyester intertwisted yarns, the rough feel of polyester came on the surface, and the garment lost the comfort of the original wool yarn. It was possible to spin a core of polyester into the wool fiber bundle, but the wool and polyester easily became separated. With this spiral structure, we took on a challenge no other maker had ever attempted before. The completed yarn has the advantages of both wool and synthetics, and thanks to the fiber structure, it has added stretch and anti-pilling benefits too.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3351-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3351-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3351-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3351-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3351-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3351.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">After washing and removing impurities, the wool and polyester are mixed. The fibers can be dyed beforehand, as pictured, to combine various colors and create the appearance of depth in the finished yarn.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3451-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3451-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3451-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3451-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3451-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3451.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The wool\u2013polyester mixed fiber is stretched long and thin prior to spinning, and then twisted to form a single yarn in the spinning process. NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> wraps the polyester fiber inside the wool fiber bundle at this stage.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mr. Kobayashi says, \u201cIn recent years, hikers prefer base layers made of merino wool for its advantages like resistance to post-exercise chill and odors. NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> has all these features of wool, plus it\u2019s sweat absorbent, quick drying and durable\u2014what a perfect yarn for making garments for long hours of activity, like hiking and trail running. We decided to use that yarn in a knitted fabric and develop Goldwin active wear.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87904\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> after spinning. The yarn has the hand feel of pure wool.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Made in the Bishu wool textile production area<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>After spinning in the yarn mill in Gifu Prefecture, NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> is sent to a knitting mill in Bishu (Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture), one of the world\u2019s three major heritage wool textile production areas. The Bishu production area is home to seasoned knitters trained in the handling of all kinds of yarns, from natural to synthetic. Here, the yarn is processed into knitted fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Takashi Miyata of Miyata WF Co., Ltd. says, \u201cIn the eyes of a professional knitter, NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> wool is less prone to pilling than other wool yarns, and it comes complete with the strength of polyester. Because the yarn itself has great strength, it\u2019s less vulnerable to breakage in the circular knitting machine and can be knitted efficiently.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2844-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2844-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2844-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2844-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2844-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2844.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">At a knitting mill in the Bishu production area home to skilled knitters, NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> yarn goes through a circular knitting machine and becomes a knitted fabric.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2759-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87868\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2759-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2759-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2759-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2759-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2759.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> has the hand feel of wool and the strength of polyester. It\u2019s more resistant to pilling than ordinary wool yarns and less vulnerable to breakage in the knitting machine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The undyed knitted fabric using NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> then goes to another mill in the Bishu production area for dyeing and finishing to create the desired texture and add various functional properties. In the process of dyeing the fabric, special chemicals are used to apply moisture wicking, shrink resistant, and anti-pilling treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naoki Okumura, head of the Nikka Factory at K.K. Sotoh, specializing in dyeing and finishing, says, \u201cNatural wool is moisture resistant, so it takes some time to absorb sweat. That\u2019s why we apply a moisture wicking treatment. Because NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> is a blend, we do that in two steps\u2014we treat the wool in the pre-treatment stage, and the polyester in the post-treatment stage\u2014and give the fabric the moisture wicking function.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2880-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2880-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2880-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2880-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2880-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2880.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2996-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2996-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2996-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2996-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2996-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_2996.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The knitted fabric is dyed at a dyeing and finishing mill (top). Treatments are applied at this stage to give the fabric the moisture wicking, shrink resistance, and anti-pilling functions required of active wear.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After dyeing and finishing, the bolt of knitted fabric is unrolled and fed through a dryer, where the width of the fabric is adjusted and evened out. Finally, the nap is set with tension and hot steam in a decatizing process unique to the mill in the Bishu production area. This finishing touch adds a smooth luster to the fabric surface and helps the garment hold its shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3155-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87884\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3155-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3155-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3155-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3155-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3155.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In the decatizing process unique to the mill in the Bishu production area, the fabric is sandwiched between densely woven fabrics and pressed with tension and hot steam. This creates a smooth texture and adds a beautiful luster to the fabric surface.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>A favorite of top athletes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>The completed fabric is finally used to make the Goldwin products Wool Long Sleeve T-shirt and Wool T-shirt. Both items are amazingly comfortable and highly functional; they meet the exacting Woolmark standards for qualities such as color fastness, shrink resistance and shape retention after washing, anti-pilling, and durability set by the Woolmark Company, and have obtained global Woolmark certification, an assurance of high-quality wool products; plus they\u2019re easy to care for\u2014a combination of features that is welcomed by athletes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3650-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87928\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3650-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3650-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3650-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3650-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3650.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3610-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3610-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3610-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3610-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3610-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3610.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Goldwin\u2019s Wool Long Sleeve T-shirt and Wool T-shirt made of NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> retain the texture and comfort of wool and come with added quick drying and easy care functions ideal for active wear.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3634-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87924\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3634-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3634-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3634-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3634-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3634.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Goldwin\u2019s Advanced Light Hybrid Wool T-shirt made of NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> has a mesh back for even quicker drying, ideal for running and other activities that induce perspiration.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/L1017963-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87935\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/L1017963-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/L1017963-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/L1017963-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/L1017963-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/L1017963.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cI love the AXIO WOOL because it combines the best of natural and synthetic materials. On the hand and on the body, it feels like a high quality merino wool shirt, possessing all the benefits <ins>of <\/ins>wool when it comes to ventilation and temperature regulation. The blend of synthetic fibers allows for a more technical stretch to the product and also, critically, the removal of shrinkage that typically occurs during the wash and dry process with 100% wool products. It&#8217;s the perfect running tee.\u201d (Dylan Bowman \/ professional trail runner &amp; race director)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/9-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/9-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/9-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/9-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/9-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/9-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/9.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cT-shirts made of natural materials like AXIO wool are a must-have and must-wear during my runs because of their soft texture and excellent thermoregulation properties which keep my body warm in cold weather and cool in warm weather. That\u2019s a super important functionality in the mountains where the weather is changing so much and where I am spending most of my time while running. Last but not the least is their antibacterial properties which destroy odors. During stage races, multiday adventures, and just long days out, it is really important to smell nice and feel good\u2014sometimes that\u2019s what gives me the much needed extra motivation to move forward\u201d (Gediminas Grinius \/ trail runner &amp; personal coach)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>NIKKE AXIO<sup>\u00ae\ufe0e<\/sup> merino wool shirts are a favorite of top athletes as well as Mr. Kobayashi and the other members of the development team, who wear the shirts both on and off duty. And it\u2019s the summer months ahead, when thermoregulation properties are a must, that will give full play to the shirts\u2019 features and benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"last\">\u201cThe quick drying and breathable properties make the wool material even more comfortable to wear in the summer. It\u2019s perfect for activities like running, trail running, and trekking,\u201d says Mr. Kobayashi. \u201cThis is comfort created with Japan\u2019s advanced technology, and I invite everyone to try it out in the field.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3590-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87916\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3590-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3590-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3590-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3590-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3590.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":87907,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":false,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":false,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2},"_wpas_customize_per_network":false},"categories":[119,117],"tags":[2039,2042,7602,7603],"place":[133],"writer":[],"class_list":["post-87958","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-local-guides-en","category-culture-en","tag-goldwin-en","tag--en","tag-made-in-japan-en","tag-nikke-axio-en","place-tokyo-en"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Hand Feel &amp; FunctionalityHybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear - PAPERSKY<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear. As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Hand Feel &amp; FunctionalityHybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear - PAPERSKY\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear. As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"PAPERSKY\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/papersky\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2024-03-27T03:03:32+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-03-27T03:49:55+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"2000\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1333\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Akira\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@paperskyonline\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@paperskyonline\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Akira\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"25 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Akira\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#\/schema\/person\/7f7d2856215ca469e9a7515ab0df97fe\"},\"headline\":\"Hand Feel &amp; Functionality Hybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-03-27T03:03:32+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-03-27T03:49:55+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/\"},\"wordCount\":1580,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg\",\"keywords\":[\"Goldwin\",\"\u30b4\u30fc\u30eb\u30c9\u30a6\u30a4\u30f3\",\"made in japan\",\"NIKKE AXIO\u00ae\ufe0e\"],\"articleSection\":[\"LOCAL GUIDES\",\"CULTURE\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/\",\"name\":\"Hand Feel &amp; Functionality Hybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear - PAPERSKY\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-03-27T03:03:32+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-03-27T03:49:55+00:00\",\"description\":\"As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear. As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg\",\"width\":2000,\"height\":1333},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Hand Feel &amp; FunctionalityHybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/\",\"name\":\"PAPERSKY\",\"description\":\"A DIFFERENT WAY TO TRAVEL\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#organization\",\"name\":\"PAPERSKY\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/JapanStories_logo_small.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/JapanStories_logo_small.jpg\",\"width\":2518,\"height\":960,\"caption\":\"PAPERSKY\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/papersky\",\"https:\/\/x.com\/paperskyonline\",\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/papersky_store\/\",\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/KneeHighMediaJapan\/playlists\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#\/schema\/person\/7f7d2856215ca469e9a7515ab0df97fe\",\"name\":\"Akira\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0aef751bbb54d5643dde10435ffa10c19ea8275f4e7d4e377f907fbeacd600cf?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0aef751bbb54d5643dde10435ffa10c19ea8275f4e7d4e377f907fbeacd600cf?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0aef751bbb54d5643dde10435ffa10c19ea8275f4e7d4e377f907fbeacd600cf?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Akira\"},\"url\":\"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/author\/akira\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Hand Feel &amp; FunctionalityHybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear - PAPERSKY","description":"As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear. As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Hand Feel &amp; FunctionalityHybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear - PAPERSKY","og_description":"As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear. As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear.","og_url":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/","og_site_name":"PAPERSKY","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/papersky","article_published_time":"2024-03-27T03:03:32+00:00","article_modified_time":"2024-03-27T03:49:55+00:00","og_image":[{"width":2000,"height":1333,"url":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Akira","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@paperskyonline","twitter_site":"@paperskyonline","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Akira","Est. reading time":"25 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/"},"author":{"name":"Akira","@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#\/schema\/person\/7f7d2856215ca469e9a7515ab0df97fe"},"headline":"Hand Feel &amp; Functionality Hybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear","datePublished":"2024-03-27T03:03:32+00:00","dateModified":"2024-03-27T03:49:55+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/"},"wordCount":1580,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg","keywords":["Goldwin","\u30b4\u30fc\u30eb\u30c9\u30a6\u30a4\u30f3","made in japan","NIKKE AXIO\u00ae\ufe0e"],"articleSection":["LOCAL GUIDES","CULTURE"],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/","url":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/","name":"Hand Feel &amp; Functionality Hybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear - PAPERSKY","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg","datePublished":"2024-03-27T03:03:32+00:00","dateModified":"2024-03-27T03:49:55+00:00","description":"As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear. As a general rule, the first choice of material for active wear is synthetics like polyester for their functionality\u2014moisture wicking, lightweight, and stretch properties\u2014and when it comes to lounge wear, natural fibers like cotton and wool for their comfort. In pursuit of comfort in active wear too, Goldwin discovered a hybrid yarn with both exceptional hand feel and functionality. Let\u2019s take a look behind the scenes of Japan\u2019s advanced technology, from creating the yarn to processing it into high-function active wear.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg","width":2000,"height":1333},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/goldwin-nikke-axio\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Hand Feel &amp; FunctionalityHybrid Wool Yarn Changing the Future of Active Wear"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#website","url":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/","name":"PAPERSKY","description":"A DIFFERENT WAY TO TRAVEL","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#organization","name":"PAPERSKY","url":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/JapanStories_logo_small.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/JapanStories_logo_small.jpg","width":2518,"height":960,"caption":"PAPERSKY"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/papersky","https:\/\/x.com\/paperskyonline","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/papersky_store\/","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/KneeHighMediaJapan\/playlists"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/#\/schema\/person\/7f7d2856215ca469e9a7515ab0df97fe","name":"Akira","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0aef751bbb54d5643dde10435ffa10c19ea8275f4e7d4e377f907fbeacd600cf?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0aef751bbb54d5643dde10435ffa10c19ea8275f4e7d4e377f907fbeacd600cf?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0aef751bbb54d5643dde10435ffa10c19ea8275f4e7d4e377f907fbeacd600cf?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Akira"},"url":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/author\/akira\/"}]}},"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC_3522.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/87958","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=87958"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/87958\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/87907"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=87958"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=87958"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=87958"},{"taxonomy":"place","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/place?post=87958"},{"taxonomy":"writer","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/papersky.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/writer?post=87958"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}