BIG YANK is the workwear brand launched in 1919 by the Reliance Company based in Chicago, Illinois, USA. It is famous for its workwear with unique details such as convenience pockets, known as cigarette pocket called "gacha-pocket" and "yama-pocket". BIG YANK eventually disappeared, but in 2011, Kinji Teramoto reissued the brand under its own name. In recent years, he has been proposing new forms of BIG YANK, focusing on work shirts faithfully reproduced from fabric and parts.
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〈1942 ORIGINAL CHAMBRAY〉価格改定のお知らせ
平素より弊社製品をご愛顧いただき、誠にありがとうございます。このたび、〈1942 ORIGINAL CHAMBRAY〉につきまして、販売価格を下記の通り改定させていただくこととなりました。■旧価格（税抜）¥28,000■新価格（税抜）¥30,000お客様にはご負担をおかけいたしますが、今後も安心してご使用いただける商品づくりに努めてまいります。何卒ご理解を賜りますと幸いです。これからも変わらぬご愛顧を心よりお願い申し上げます。
MY BIG YANK #2 1942 ORIGINAL CHAMBRAY
Your browser does not support our video. MY BIG YANK #21942 ORIGINAL CHAMBRAYBIG YANK Creative Director Hiroshi Fujiwara talks about his first encounter with 〈BIG YANK〉.The very first “Yama-pocket” chambray shirt he picked up was a chance find at a vintage store.Its true charm lies in the patina it develops—the deeper character it gains the more it is worn.You can purchase the featured items here.
Temporary Suspension of EMS Shipping to the U.S. and Request to Change to DHL
Thank you for shopping with us.1. Background of EMS SuspensionOn July 30, 2025, the U.S. government issued a presidential order to suspend de minimis exemptions for all countries. As a result, postal items containing goods for personal consumption will be subject to customs duties from August 29, 2025.To comply with this new regulation, EMS shipping for parcels to the U.S. is temporarily suspended.2. Affected ItemsThe affected items include:・Personal gifts valued over $100 USD・Goods intended for personal consumption (products for sale)3. EMS Parcels Already ShippedParcels accepted via EMS from August 25, 2025, may be held in Japan due to U.S. customs regulations and are likely to be returned. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.4. Request to Switch to DHLCustomers planning to use EMS are kindly requested to switch to DHL international shipping. ※Please note that even with DHL, delivery may be delayed due to customs procedures and transportation conditions.5. Contact UsIf you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
BIG YANKの歴史 | 消滅から復活までの軌跡
BIG YANKとは BIG YANKは、1897年に創業したリライアンス マニュファクチュアリング カンパニーにより、1919年に設立されたアメリカのワークウェアブランドです。ワークシャツやデニム、カバーオールなどを製造し、第二次世界大戦後は米国内で高い人気を誇りました。頑丈で長持ちする作業着、国内製造にこだわった品質、そして労働者文化との結びつきが特徴です。 創業と黄金期（1919〜1940年代） BIG YANKは1919年、シカゴで生まれたアメリカの作業着ブランドです。丈夫で機能的なワークシャツやデニム、カバーオールは、働く人々の間でたちまち人気に。特に「ガチャポケ」と呼ばれる独自デザインのポケットは、特許にもなり、1933年のシカゴ万博でも紹介されました。1940年代には米海軍にも採用され、ブルーカラー層の定番ブランドとして定着しました。 消滅の時期（1980年代） しかし1980年代、海外生産の台頭や消費者の嗜好の変化により、BIG YANKは市場から姿を消しました。とはいえ、ヴィンテージ市場では今でも「ガチャポケ」や「ヤマポケ」のモデルが高く評価され、ブランドの精神は静かに受け継がれていました。 復活の軌跡（2012年〜） 2012年、アーカイヴニストの寺本欣児氏によってBIG YANKは再構築されました。当時の縫製技法やネームタグ、素材まで徹底的に再現し、現代の視点から復活。復刻モデルはプレミアムワークウェア市場で注目を集め、再び「本物の機能美」を提案しています。 現在、そして未来へ 現在のBIG YANKは、100年以上続くクラフトマンシップを大切にしながら、現代のライフスタイルに合わせた製品を展開。「100年使える一着」をコンセプトに、ガチャポケやヤマポケなど伝統的デザインを生かしつつ、新しい素材や工夫で再構築しています。過去の栄光を受け継ぎつつ、これからの100年を見据えたブランドとして歩みを進めています。
Notice of Summer Holiday Closure
Thank you for shopping at the BIG YANK Online Store. Please be informed that we will be closed for the summer holidays during the following period: ■ Holiday Period Saturday, August 9, 2025 – Sunday, August 17, 2025 ■ Important Notice During this period, we will not be able to ship orders, receive returned items, or respond to inquiries. We kindly ask for your understanding. ■ Customer Support Inquiries received during the holiday will be answered in order from Monday, August 18, 2025. Please note that response times may be delayed due to a high volume of inquiries after the holidays. ■ Shipping Information Orders placed by Thursday, August 7, 2025, will be shipped by Friday, August 8, 2025. Orders placed during the holiday period will be shipped sequentially by Wednesday, August 20, 2025. Please be aware that shipping delays may occur due to increased volume with delivery carriers during the summer season. For detailed delivery status, please contact the respective shipping company directly. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for your continued support of the BIG YANK Online Store.
26SS EXHIBITION 開催のお知らせ
Founded in 1919 in Chicago, USA, BIG YANK is a heritage workwear brand with over a century of history. This season marks a new chapter as Hiroshi Fujiwara of BerBerJin joins as Creative Director to help reconstruct and evolve the brand. We are pleased to announce an exhibition featuring the first collection under his direction. We invite you to come and experience the future of BIG YANK. ––– Venue｜BUNKERIUM TOKYO 1-2-11 Higashi-Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Agata Takezawa Bldg. B1F Dates｜July 23 (Wed) – July 25 (Fri) Hours｜11:00–15:00 Buyers & Press 15:00–20:00 Open to Public *Buyers and press are kindly requested to make an appointment in advance. ––– Visitors will receive a limited-edition BIG YANK original button. (Available while supplies last) An online order event will also be held during the same period. Please take advantage of it if you’re unable to attend in person.