【STAR WARS】"TSURIAMI" Crew Neck Print T-Shirt【Special Item】BR-26181

"A New Force Awakens: The STAR WARS Special Collection"

When discussing the identity of BARNS OUTFITTERS, it is impossible to overlook our "Tsuri-ami" (loopwheel) collection.
Crafted in Wakayama Prefecture using rare knitting machines from a century ago, this fabric is knit slowly and carefully to let the cotton breathe.
The result is a signature texture—exquisitely soft, with a unique tension that feels as though it is gently embracing your body.
Among our lineup, the "Tsuri-tenjiku" T-shirt series stands as our definitive Spring/Summer masterpiece.
This season, BARNS OUTFITTERS is proud to debut a special-edition series centered on capturing the raw, iconic essence of legendary cinematic characters.
To lead this ambitious collection, we have looked to the stars—specifically, the dark and mysterious presence of the "Dark Lord of the Sith" from the world-renowned STAR WARS saga.

"DARK LORD OF SITH"

The title "Dark Lord of the Sith" is the ultimate rank bestowed upon those who have reached the pinnacle of the Dark Side of the Force.
Carried by the most iconic figures in the STAR WARS saga—such as Darth Vader and Darth Sidious—it is a name that commands absolute power and fear across the galaxy.
This special-edition piece was designed to visually capture that formidable presence.
To match the dark, mysterious energy of the Sith, we have utilized a "crack print" technique. Much like a true vintage garment, the print is designed to crack and weather with every wear and wash, allowing the design to "grow" alongside you.

The neck is a binder neck, which is sewn across the body as seen in vintage models. This is a specification for excellent elasticity and durability, and to be used for many years.

By making the size regular, the characteristics of the hang-knit fabric can be felt to the maximum extent, achieving an eternal standard that is not affected by time.

The loop-wheel knitting(TSURIAMI) machine is a machine that knits fabric in a tubular shape. As a result, the fabric is seamlessly finished with no side seams, known as a "round body" design. This tubular body makes it difficult to adjust the size, so careful adjustments were made to the angle of the sleeve attachment, sleeve width, and the line that follows the body from the shoulder to the upper arm. By fine-tuning the sleeve width, a universally flattering silhouette was achieved, creating a well-proportioned fit that looks great even when worn as a single layer. While adopting vintage-inspired design elements, the garment features a timeless silhouette, making it easy to wear both tucked in or out.
*Please note that the 2XL size comes with side seams.

Uneven yarns made from American cotton are used, which have more fluff than ordinary yarns to retain a dry, crisp texture. The softness and rough texture are created by knitting the fabric slowly so that the yarn contains air.

"TSURIAMI"

The Loopwheel Machine — a relic from the Taisho era, developed nearly a century ago in Japan. Suspended from beams, this unique knitting machine lets fabric fall and gather under its own weight as it is slowly and gently knit. Producing just 10 meters of fabric per day, the loopwheel method was deemed inefficient and gradually phased out in favor of faster sinker machines. Today, only a handful remain — fragile, difficult to maintain, and with spare parts nearly impossible to find. Their days are numbered. Yet, there is nothing quite like the fabric they produce. By knitting slowly and with minimal tension, the result is a soft, resilient texture that holds air, stretches naturally, and drapes beautifully. It's a feel only loopwheel knitting can offer — a rare quality that BARNS OUTFITTERS has continued to honor through its timeless staples.

*Due to the characteristics of the knitting machine, there may be a difference of +/- 1 to 3 cm.