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Article: What's this?

これは何でしょう?

What's this?

Kadoya, a specialized manufacturer of leather jackets Hello.

Right away, here's the problem.

Do you know the name of this part on the shoulder?

It may be the remains of a military uniform.

It may not be very familiar to you, but

The answer is "epaulet."

So, how do you say epaulet in Japanese?

The answer is "epaulettes".

As we are one of Japan's leading leather jacket manufacturers,

Personally, I feel comfortable reading Japanese.

So, the word "button" attached to the end of the epaulettes is a loanword.

How would you write it in kanji?

The answer is "button."

Kadoya, a specialized manufacturer of leather jackets

Next, the holes in the belt are called eyelets.

If you write it in kanji, it's "eyelet"!

However, I guessed the kanji for ``hatome'' first, and then guessed the kanji for it later. *There are various theories

It's funny, is not it?

Kadoya, a specialized manufacturer of leather jackets

The small jagged metal part of a zipper is called an element.

In Japanese, it is called "mushi".

So, here's the final question.

Where can I find a store with staff who are knowledgeable about leather jackets?

The answer is "Kadoya directly managed store".

Now, let's talk about leather jackets.

We look forward to seeing you at the store.