29 October 2026International edition
Vol. I · No.
29 October 2026
AI IN FASHION
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Denim and casualwear

BONCOURA

Japan

BONCOURA is a Japanese denim and casualwear brand known for vintage inspired selvedge jeans and workwear shirts. It grew out of a passion for vintage clothing and sells through its own online store, its SALON BONCOURA space and specialist retailers abroad.

Facts
OriginJapan
SignatureVintage inspired selvedge jeans
Key fits66 relaxed tapered, XX straight
Fabric15oz selvedge denim
ShowroomSALON BONCOURA
Websiteboncoura.jp
Segment
Premium
Categories
DenimMenswear
Sales channels
E-commerceOwn storesWholesale

What is BONCOURA?

BONCOURA is a Japanese denim and clothing brand rooted in a love of vintage garments. Its website presents the label in a personal, playful voice under the motto of living with the clothes you love, and the brand has marked its 15th anniversary.

Products and positioning

BONCOURA is best known for vintage inspired selvedge denim, blending heritage references with its own cuts:

  • 66 jeans in 15oz indigo or black selvedge denim, a relaxed tapered fit
  • XX jeans in 15oz indigo selvedge denim, a straight fit
  • Chambray button down shirts and flannel work shirts
  • Curated vintage and used clothing

Distribution

The brand sells through its own online store and SALON BONCOURA, which opens at weekends, and through specialist denim retailers in Europe and North America such as Rivet & Hide in London and Blue Owl in the United States.

Why it matters

BONCOURA is part of the Japanese denim scene that has built a global following among enthusiasts for heavyweight selvedge fabrics and faithful vintage cuts, with small brands reaching international customers through specialist stores.

Frequently asked questions

Where is BONCOURA from?

BONCOURA is a Japanese denim and clothing brand known for vintage inspired selvedge jeans.

What does BONCOURA sell?

BONCOURA sells selvedge jeans such as the 66 and XX models, chambray and flannel shirts, and curated vintage clothing.

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