- 450gsm ultra-heavyweight Japanese brushed fleece incorporating Ochiwata recycled cotton
- Loopwheel circular knit construction with zero side seams for long-lasting shape retention
- Rich Autumn Leaf colorway (a warm orange/red tone) achieved through traditional Japanese garment dyeing
- Sumptuously soft interior pile created using vintage Japanese brushing machines
- Classic athletic V-notch neck insert replicated from archival American football undergarments
- Traditional 10cm ribbed waistband and sleeve cuffs for mid-century styling
- Pre-washed, dried, and steamed in Japan to guarantee zero shrinkage
- All labels printed with eco-friendly soy ink and made from 100% recycled polyester
- Crafted in Japan by a 3rd-generation family-owned factory
Authentic American Athletic Heritage and Loopwheel Mastery
The Laniakea Crew Neck Sweatshirt is Sunray Sportswear's definitive loopwheel sweatshirt, built to replicate the exact construction standards of original mid-century American football warm-up gear. Utilizing 450gsm heavyweight fleece-a massive 50% heavier than standard commercial sweatshirts-it delivers unmatched density and warmth. Every piece is knit in Japan by a small 3rd-generation family business using slow, analogue circular loopwheel machines. Because the cotton is spun without tension into a continuous tubular fabric, the Laniakea has no side seams and will never twist, warp, or lose its shape in the wash.
Sustainable Ochiwata Cotton and Archival Design Details
Embodying the Japanese spirit of Ganbaru-staying true to the craft and pushing for perfection-Sunray incorporates Ochiwata (reclaimed short cotton fibers discarded during spinning) into their heavy fleece. The interior pile is raised on decades-old brushing machines to create an extraordinarily soft hand feel with remarkable visual depth. Featuring period-correct technical details like a classic neck V-insert and a traditional 10cm waistband, this sweatshirt is fully pre-shrunk in Japan through a rigorous washing, drying, and steaming process. The vibrant Autumn Leaf hue pairs effortlessly with raw selvedge denim, heavy canvas work trousers, or heritage leather boots. Visit our physical lifestyle store in Lund, Sweden, to experience Sunray quality in person, or order online across Europe.
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