Sugar Cane Men's Jean Cord Stripe Work Shirt, 100% Cotton Long-Sleeve Button-Up Shirt, One-Wash, Made in Japan (SC25511 119 Black)
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Sugar Cane Men's Jean Cord Stripe Work Shirt, 100% Cotton Long-Sleeve Button-Up Shirt, One-Wash, Made in Japan (SC25511)
Sugar Cane
Available Colors
This men's long-sleeve cotton button-up shirt is made in Japan by Sugar Cane, a Toyo Enterprises brand specializing in vintage-inspired American workwear. Based on the practical construction of classic American work shirts, it is made from medium-weight 100% cotton jean-cord stripe fabric characterized by closely spaced vertical micro-stripes woven into the cloth. The combination of the finely striped fabric and functional workwear construction gives the shirt the characteristic appearance of vintage American work clothing while maintaining proportions suitable for contemporary casual wear.
Size and Fit Guide:
Gender: Men.
The shirt has a classic work-shirt fit with moderate room through the chest and body. The shoulders and torso are not cut excessively slim, but the overall volume is controlled so that the garment does not appear intentionally oversized. From the chest toward the hem, the body falls in a relatively straight, natural line, while the gently rounded front and back shirttail hem provides traditional work-shirt proportions suitable for wearing either tucked or untucked.
The medium-weight cotton jean-cord stripe fabric is neither especially thin nor excessively heavy. It retains enough body to support the shirt's structure while remaining supple enough to follow normal body movement. The shirt can be worn on its own as a long-sleeve shirt, left open over a T-shirt or lightweight cut-and-sewn layer as an overshirt, or worn beneath a jacket or other outerwear garment. Its moderate ease and controlled volume allow it to accommodate a range of layered casual combinations without creating unnecessary bulk.
Because fit may vary depending on body type and personal preference, please use the actual garment measurements below as your primary reference. For the most accurate comparison, we recommend measuring a similar long-sleeve shirt that fits you well. All measurements are taken by hand with a measuring tape, so slight variations may occur between individual garments and depending on the measuring method.
The following measurements show the garment itself, not your body measurements.
Please compare them with a similar long-sleeve shirt from your wardrobe to get a better sense of the fit.
In inches
Tagged Size S (14-14 1/2)
Width: 20.5" / Length: 27.6"
Sleeve: 31.9" (23.2") / Shoulder: 16.9"
Tagged Size M (15-15 1/2)
Width: 21.7" / Length: 28.3"
Sleeve: 33.1" (24.4") / Shoulder: 17.7"
Tagged Size L (16-16 1/2)
Width: 22.8" / Length: 29.5"
Sleeve: 34.3" (25.2") / Shoulder: 18.5"
Tagged Size XL (17-17 1/2)
Width: 24.0" / Length: 30.3"
Sleeve: 35.0" (25.6") / Shoulder: 19.3"
Tagged Size XXL (18-18 1/2)
Width: 24.8" / Length: 31.9"
Sleeve: 36.2" (26.4") / Shoulder: 19.7"
In centimeters
Tagged Size S (14-14 1/2)
Width: 52cm / Length: 70cm
Sleeve: 81cm (59cm) / Shoulder: 43cm
Tagged Size M (15-15 1/2)
Width: 55cm / Length: 72cm
Sleeve: 84cm (62cm) / Shoulder: 45cm
Tagged Size L (16-16 1/2)
Width: 58cm / Length: 75cm
Sleeve: 87cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 47cm
Tagged Size XL (17-17 1/2)
Width: 61cm / Length: 77cm
Sleeve: 89cm (65cm) / Shoulder: 49cm
Tagged Size XXL (18-18 1/2)
Width: 63cm / Length: 81cm
Sleeve: 92cm (67cm) / Shoulder: 50cm
[How We Measure the Actual Garment]
Width (Chest Width / Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3 cm (about 1.2 in.) below the underarm area.
Length (Body Length): Measured from the base of the back collar, where the collar is sewn to the body, straight down to the bottom edge of the hem.
Sleeve (Center-Back Sleeve Length): Measured from the center back at the base of the collar seam, across the shoulder, and down to the end of the cuff.
Sleeve in Parentheses (Sleeve Length from Shoulder Seam): The sleeve measurement shown in parentheses is taken from the top of the shoulder seam straight down to the end of the cuff.
Shoulder (Shoulder Width): Measured straight across from one shoulder seam to the other.
Made in Japan.
Brand new, unused condition.
- All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape.
- Please note that slight variations in measurements may occur due to individual garment differences and the measuring method.
- Actual color may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting conditions and individual screen settings.
100% Cotton Jean-Cord (Cord-Stripe) Fabric
The shirt is constructed from medium-weight 100% cotton jean-cord, or cord-stripe, fabric. White yarns are woven vertically into the cloth and appear intermittently on the surface as closely spaced, dot-like broken segments, forming delicate vertical stripes. The stripe pattern is not printed onto the surface but is created through the woven structure of the fabric itself.
The surface of the cloth also displays natural waviness and wrinkling that originate from its woven construction. While the finely arranged vertical stripes give the fabric a clean and orderly appearance, this subtle waviness and natural creasing soften that precision and bring out the casual, unpretentious character associated with traditional cotton workwear.
The fabric is medium in weight, neither especially thin nor excessively heavy. It has an appropriate degree of firmness and body to help maintain the structure of a work shirt while remaining supple enough to conform naturally to normal body movement. The result is a well-balanced fabric that retains the shape and presence expected of classic workwear while remaining comfortable and practical for everyday wear.
The moderate fabric weight allows the shirt to be worn on its own as a long-sleeve shirt, or opened over a T-shirt or lightweight knit top as an overshirt. It can also be worn comfortably beneath a jacket or other outerwear as part of a layered outfit.
One-Wash Finish
The garment is given a one-wash finish during the final production stage. This treatment gently relaxes the fabric's initial firmness while retaining an appropriate degree of body, resulting in a supple hand that allow the shirt to conform more comfortably to the body from the beginning of wear.
Because the garment is washed once during production, significant shrinkage after subsequent laundering is reduced compared with an unwashed garment. However, slight additional shrinkage may still occur depending on the washing and drying methods used.
With repeated wear and laundering, the cotton fabric will gradually soften further. The natural waviness and wrinkling derived from the woven construction, together with the understated character of the cotton itself, will gradually develop a more broken-in appearance and conform more naturally to the wearer's body over time.
Standard Point Collar with Separate Collar Stand
The neckline is finished with a standard point collar attached to a separate collar stand. The collar tapers naturally toward the points, creating a classic shape, while the separate collar stand supports the collar itself and provides moderate dimensional structure and stability around the neckline.
Unlike an open-collar construction intended primarily to be worn spread away from the neck, this traditional work-shirt configuration allows the front to be buttoned completely to the top. Fastening the first button keeps the collar shape orderly and gives the neckline a more refined appearance. Leaving the first button open creates a natural opening around the neck and gives the shirt a more relaxed expression suitable for everyday casual wear.
Six-Button Full Front
The shirt uses a button-fastened full-front construction that opens completely, providing straightforward and convenient dressing for everyday wear.
The two front edges are constructed differently. The left front panel incorporates a separately cut self-fabric placket that is doubled and sewn onto the body. On the right front panel, the front edge itself is turned inward to create a double layer, forming an integrated construction that serves as both a facing and reinforcement.
Six buttons are arranged along the front opening, with the corresponding buttonholes positioned vertically in line with the front edge. The spacing between the first and second buttons is slightly narrower than the spacing between the buttons below. This helps keep the neckline from opening excessively when the shirt is worn casually with only the first button left undone.
Long Set-In Sleeve Construction
The shirt uses conventional long set-in sleeves. Each shaped sleeve cap is sewn into the corresponding armhole, with the sleeve beginning at the outer end of the shoulder seam.
This traditional construction creates a clearly defined shoulder line and allows the sleeves to fall naturally from the shoulders along the arms, contributing to the classic profile associated with traditional button-front work shirts.
Dual Button-Flap Chest Patch Pockets
Two exterior patch pockets are sewn directly onto the front body, with one positioned on each side of the chest. Each pocket is covered by a separate button-fastened flap.
Both the pocket bodies and the flaps have their two lower corners cut on diagonal angles, creating the practical, angular appearance associated with classic work shirts. Reinforcement stitching is applied at both upper ends of each flap, where repeated movement and stress can place additional load on the fabric and seams, adding strength to these areas.
Pen Opening on the Left Chest-Pocket Flap
The left chest-pocket flap incorporates a horizontal, buttonhole-shaped opening designed for inserting a pen or similar writing instrument.
The opening allows a pen to be inserted without first unfastening and lifting the main pocket flap, providing quick access to a writing instrument during practical use. This is a functional detail traditionally found on American work shirts designed for working environments.
Single-Button Rounded Cuffs and Sleeve Vents
Each sleeve is finished with a single-button cuff. The outer end of the cuff has a gently rounded profile, and the corresponding buttonhole is positioned horizontally in relation to the cuff opening.
A slit is incorporated above each cuff to allow the lower sleeve opening to expand. When the cuff button is released, the sleeve opens more widely, providing sufficient clearance for the hand to pass through and allowing the shirt to be put on and removed smoothly.
Double-Elbow Reinforcement
The sleeves incorporate an additional layer of matching fabric through the elbow area. The reinforcement extends from the lower sleeve toward and around the elbow, adding a second layer of fabric to an area that is repeatedly subjected to bending, friction, and tension during normal movement and practical use.
This double-elbow construction is not simply decorative. It reflects a functional workwear detail derived from vintage work shirts, where reinforcement was added to high-wear areas in order to improve durability during repeated use.
Two-Hole Dish-Shaped Buttons
Two-hole dish-shaped buttons are used on the front closure, chest-pocket flaps, and cuffs. Each button has a dimensional profile with a recessed, dish-shaped center surrounding the two sewing holes.
Because the sewing thread can sit within this recessed center rather than projecting prominently above the button surface, the construction helps reduce direct exposure of the thread to friction and external snagging while also helping keep the thread securely positioned. The result is a simple and practical button design well suited to the functional character of traditional workwear.
Double-Layer Reinforced Back Yoke
The upper back is divided by a gently curved back-yoke panel extending across both shoulders. The yoke area uses a reinforced construction with an additional layer of fabric, strengthening the shoulder and upper-back area where tension is repeatedly applied during dressing and arm movement.
The double-layer construction gives this section moderate thickness and structural stability while helping support the shape of the shoulder area. It also creates the clearly defined upper-back panel traditionally associated with classic work-shirt construction.
Directional Stripe Arrangement
The fine stripe pattern on the main body is positioned vertically. On selected components, including the back yoke, cuffs, and side gussets, the fabric direction is changed so that the stripe pattern runs horizontally instead.
Although the same jean-cord stripe fabric is used throughout the garment, changing the direction of the cloth from one component to another creates subtle variation in the appearance of the stripes and adds a restrained visual accent to the overall design.
Rounded Shirttail Hem
The lower edge is finished with a rounded shirttail profile. The front and back sections remain relatively flat across much of their width, while the hem gradually rises toward both side seams.
This traditional hem shape is commonly associated with classic work shirts. When worn untucked, the gentle curves toward the sides follow the body naturally without creating an exaggerated drop at the center. When the shirt is tucked into trousers, the shaped hem also allows the lower body to settle naturally inside the waistband.
Triangular Side Gussets
Small triangular side gussets made from matching fabric are incorporated at the lower ends of both side seams.
The points where the side seams meet the hem are areas where pulling forces can become concentrated as the body moves and the lower portion of the shirt is placed under tension. Adding a separate reinforcement piece helps distribute this stress around the termination of the side seam and the hem edge, reducing the likelihood of splitting or fraying in this area.
These gussets are practical reinforcement details rather than purely decorative additions and reflect construction methods found on older work shirts designed for repeated functional use.
Three-Row Chain-Stitch Runoff
Three rows of chain-stitch runoff are deliberately left extending from the lower side seams. Chain-stitch runoff is formed when a chain-stitch sewing machine continues feeding thread after the seam has passed beyond the edge of the fabric, allowing the interlocking thread loops to continue without fabric between them and form narrow chains of linked stitches.
These runoff tails are not simply three loose strands of thread twisted together and attached to the hem. They are direct continuations of the chain stitching used in the side-seam construction itself.
Leaving the chain-stitch runoff deliberately untrimmed reproduces a sewing detail associated with vintage American work shirts and older workwear manufacturing methods. Because the runoff hangs freely below the side seams, its length, direction, and the way the thread chains gather may vary slightly from one garment to another.
These variations are normal. The visible chain-stitch tails are not evidence of unfinished sewing, loose stitching, or an overlooked trimming operation. They are an intentional construction detail used to reproduce the character of classic workwear.
Triple-Needle Stitching at Major Seams
Triple-needle stitching is used at major areas exposed to repeated movement and pulling, including the shoulder seams, armholes, back-yoke seam, and side seams.
Three parallel rows of stitching reinforce the joined fabric sections, increasing the strength and stability of these seams during repeated wear and laundering. This is a practical construction method intended to reinforce areas that are regularly subjected to body movement and tension.
In addition to its reinforcing function, the multiple parallel stitch lines remain clearly visible on the exterior of the garment and contribute to the distinctive appearance associated with traditional work-shirt construction.
Made in Japan
This Sugar Cane SC25511 long-sleeve work shirt is made in Japan from medium-weight 100% cotton jean-cord stripe fabric. Fine vertical stripes are formed by white yarns that appear on the surface as closely spaced, dot-like broken segments, while the woven construction also produces natural waviness and wrinkling that soften the orderly stripe pattern and give the fabric a more casual, workwear-oriented character.
The shirt combines this distinctive fabric with functional construction derived from classic American work shirts, including a standard point collar with a separate collar stand, differing left and right front-placket construction, a six-button full front, two-hole dish-shaped buttons, dual button-flap chest patch pockets, a pen opening on the left pocket flap, long set-in sleeves, single-button cuffs with sleeve vents, double-elbow reinforcement, a double-layer reinforced back yoke, directional stripe placement, a rounded shirttail hem, triangular side gussets, three-row chain-stitch runoff, and triple-needle reinforcement at major seams.
Rather than using vintage workwear details merely as decoration, the garment incorporates reinforcement methods and sewing constructions that reflect the practical purpose of traditional work shirts, while maintaining a balanced appearance and fabric weight that make it easy to incorporate into contemporary everyday casual wear.
Care Instructions
Machine wash on a gentle cycle at or below 30°C / 86°F.
Do not bleach.
Do not tumble dry.
Line dry in the shade.
Iron at medium temperature with a pressing cloth placed between the iron and the garment.
Professional dry cleaning on a mild process using petroleum solvent is permitted.
Professional wet cleaning is permitted.
Important Notes
- Our online inventory is shared with our physical retail store. As a result, changes in store inventory may not always be reflected immediately on the website.
- Even after an order has been placed, an item may occasionally be sold out due to the timing of simultaneous purchases. We sincerely appreciate your understanding.
- All measurements are taken manually with the garment laid flat and measured using a tape measure.
- Because individual garments may vary slightly, and because of differences in measuring methods, minor measurement differences may occur.
- The actual color of the product may appear slightly different from the photographs depending on lighting conditions and the settings of your monitor or display.
Sugar Cane
Available Colors
This men's long-sleeve cotton button-up shirt is made in Japan by Sugar Cane, a Toyo Enterprises brand specializing in vintage-inspired American workwear. Based on the practical construction of classic American work shirts, it is made from medium-weight 100% cotton jean-cord stripe fabric characterized by closely spaced vertical micro-stripes woven into the cloth. The combination of the finely striped fabric and functional workwear construction gives the shirt the characteristic appearance of vintage American work clothing while maintaining proportions suitable for contemporary casual wear.
Size and Fit Guide:
Gender: Men.
The shirt has a classic work-shirt fit with moderate room through the chest and body. The shoulders and torso are not cut excessively slim, but the overall volume is controlled so that the garment does not appear intentionally oversized. From the chest toward the hem, the body falls in a relatively straight, natural line, while the gently rounded front and back shirttail hem provides traditional work-shirt proportions suitable for wearing either tucked or untucked.
The medium-weight cotton jean-cord stripe fabric is neither especially thin nor excessively heavy. It retains enough body to support the shirt's structure while remaining supple enough to follow normal body movement. The shirt can be worn on its own as a long-sleeve shirt, left open over a T-shirt or lightweight cut-and-sewn layer as an overshirt, or worn beneath a jacket or other outerwear garment. Its moderate ease and controlled volume allow it to accommodate a range of layered casual combinations without creating unnecessary bulk.
Because fit may vary depending on body type and personal preference, please use the actual garment measurements below as your primary reference. For the most accurate comparison, we recommend measuring a similar long-sleeve shirt that fits you well. All measurements are taken by hand with a measuring tape, so slight variations may occur between individual garments and depending on the measuring method.
The following measurements show the garment itself, not your body measurements.
Please compare them with a similar long-sleeve shirt from your wardrobe to get a better sense of the fit.
In inches
Tagged Size S (14-14 1/2)
Width: 20.5" / Length: 27.6"
Sleeve: 31.9" (23.2") / Shoulder: 16.9"
Tagged Size M (15-15 1/2)
Width: 21.7" / Length: 28.3"
Sleeve: 33.1" (24.4") / Shoulder: 17.7"
Tagged Size L (16-16 1/2)
Width: 22.8" / Length: 29.5"
Sleeve: 34.3" (25.2") / Shoulder: 18.5"
Tagged Size XL (17-17 1/2)
Width: 24.0" / Length: 30.3"
Sleeve: 35.0" (25.6") / Shoulder: 19.3"
Tagged Size XXL (18-18 1/2)
Width: 24.8" / Length: 31.9"
Sleeve: 36.2" (26.4") / Shoulder: 19.7"
In centimeters
Tagged Size S (14-14 1/2)
Width: 52cm / Length: 70cm
Sleeve: 81cm (59cm) / Shoulder: 43cm
Tagged Size M (15-15 1/2)
Width: 55cm / Length: 72cm
Sleeve: 84cm (62cm) / Shoulder: 45cm
Tagged Size L (16-16 1/2)
Width: 58cm / Length: 75cm
Sleeve: 87cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 47cm
Tagged Size XL (17-17 1/2)
Width: 61cm / Length: 77cm
Sleeve: 89cm (65cm) / Shoulder: 49cm
Tagged Size XXL (18-18 1/2)
Width: 63cm / Length: 81cm
Sleeve: 92cm (67cm) / Shoulder: 50cm
[How We Measure the Actual Garment]
Width (Chest Width / Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3 cm (about 1.2 in.) below the underarm area.
Length (Body Length): Measured from the base of the back collar, where the collar is sewn to the body, straight down to the bottom edge of the hem.
Sleeve (Center-Back Sleeve Length): Measured from the center back at the base of the collar seam, across the shoulder, and down to the end of the cuff.
Sleeve in Parentheses (Sleeve Length from Shoulder Seam): The sleeve measurement shown in parentheses is taken from the top of the shoulder seam straight down to the end of the cuff.
Shoulder (Shoulder Width): Measured straight across from one shoulder seam to the other.
Made in Japan.
Brand new, unused condition.
- All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape.
- Please note that slight variations in measurements may occur due to individual garment differences and the measuring method.
- Actual color may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting conditions and individual screen settings.
100% Cotton Jean-Cord (Cord-Stripe) Fabric
The shirt is constructed from medium-weight 100% cotton jean-cord, or cord-stripe, fabric. White yarns are woven vertically into the cloth and appear intermittently on the surface as closely spaced, dot-like broken segments, forming delicate vertical stripes. The stripe pattern is not printed onto the surface but is created through the woven structure of the fabric itself.
The surface of the cloth also displays natural waviness and wrinkling that originate from its woven construction. While the finely arranged vertical stripes give the fabric a clean and orderly appearance, this subtle waviness and natural creasing soften that precision and bring out the casual, unpretentious character associated with traditional cotton workwear.
The fabric is medium in weight, neither especially thin nor excessively heavy. It has an appropriate degree of firmness and body to help maintain the structure of a work shirt while remaining supple enough to conform naturally to normal body movement. The result is a well-balanced fabric that retains the shape and presence expected of classic workwear while remaining comfortable and practical for everyday wear.
The moderate fabric weight allows the shirt to be worn on its own as a long-sleeve shirt, or opened over a T-shirt or lightweight knit top as an overshirt. It can also be worn comfortably beneath a jacket or other outerwear as part of a layered outfit.
One-Wash Finish
The garment is given a one-wash finish during the final production stage. This treatment gently relaxes the fabric's initial firmness while retaining an appropriate degree of body, resulting in a supple hand that allow the shirt to conform more comfortably to the body from the beginning of wear.
Because the garment is washed once during production, significant shrinkage after subsequent laundering is reduced compared with an unwashed garment. However, slight additional shrinkage may still occur depending on the washing and drying methods used.
With repeated wear and laundering, the cotton fabric will gradually soften further. The natural waviness and wrinkling derived from the woven construction, together with the understated character of the cotton itself, will gradually develop a more broken-in appearance and conform more naturally to the wearer's body over time.
Standard Point Collar with Separate Collar Stand
The neckline is finished with a standard point collar attached to a separate collar stand. The collar tapers naturally toward the points, creating a classic shape, while the separate collar stand supports the collar itself and provides moderate dimensional structure and stability around the neckline.
Unlike an open-collar construction intended primarily to be worn spread away from the neck, this traditional work-shirt configuration allows the front to be buttoned completely to the top. Fastening the first button keeps the collar shape orderly and gives the neckline a more refined appearance. Leaving the first button open creates a natural opening around the neck and gives the shirt a more relaxed expression suitable for everyday casual wear.
Six-Button Full Front
The shirt uses a button-fastened full-front construction that opens completely, providing straightforward and convenient dressing for everyday wear.
The two front edges are constructed differently. The left front panel incorporates a separately cut self-fabric placket that is doubled and sewn onto the body. On the right front panel, the front edge itself is turned inward to create a double layer, forming an integrated construction that serves as both a facing and reinforcement.
Six buttons are arranged along the front opening, with the corresponding buttonholes positioned vertically in line with the front edge. The spacing between the first and second buttons is slightly narrower than the spacing between the buttons below. This helps keep the neckline from opening excessively when the shirt is worn casually with only the first button left undone.
Long Set-In Sleeve Construction
The shirt uses conventional long set-in sleeves. Each shaped sleeve cap is sewn into the corresponding armhole, with the sleeve beginning at the outer end of the shoulder seam.
This traditional construction creates a clearly defined shoulder line and allows the sleeves to fall naturally from the shoulders along the arms, contributing to the classic profile associated with traditional button-front work shirts.
Dual Button-Flap Chest Patch Pockets
Two exterior patch pockets are sewn directly onto the front body, with one positioned on each side of the chest. Each pocket is covered by a separate button-fastened flap.
Both the pocket bodies and the flaps have their two lower corners cut on diagonal angles, creating the practical, angular appearance associated with classic work shirts. Reinforcement stitching is applied at both upper ends of each flap, where repeated movement and stress can place additional load on the fabric and seams, adding strength to these areas.
Pen Opening on the Left Chest-Pocket Flap
The left chest-pocket flap incorporates a horizontal, buttonhole-shaped opening designed for inserting a pen or similar writing instrument.
The opening allows a pen to be inserted without first unfastening and lifting the main pocket flap, providing quick access to a writing instrument during practical use. This is a functional detail traditionally found on American work shirts designed for working environments.
Single-Button Rounded Cuffs and Sleeve Vents
Each sleeve is finished with a single-button cuff. The outer end of the cuff has a gently rounded profile, and the corresponding buttonhole is positioned horizontally in relation to the cuff opening.
A slit is incorporated above each cuff to allow the lower sleeve opening to expand. When the cuff button is released, the sleeve opens more widely, providing sufficient clearance for the hand to pass through and allowing the shirt to be put on and removed smoothly.
Double-Elbow Reinforcement
The sleeves incorporate an additional layer of matching fabric through the elbow area. The reinforcement extends from the lower sleeve toward and around the elbow, adding a second layer of fabric to an area that is repeatedly subjected to bending, friction, and tension during normal movement and practical use.
This double-elbow construction is not simply decorative. It reflects a functional workwear detail derived from vintage work shirts, where reinforcement was added to high-wear areas in order to improve durability during repeated use.
Two-Hole Dish-Shaped Buttons
Two-hole dish-shaped buttons are used on the front closure, chest-pocket flaps, and cuffs. Each button has a dimensional profile with a recessed, dish-shaped center surrounding the two sewing holes.
Because the sewing thread can sit within this recessed center rather than projecting prominently above the button surface, the construction helps reduce direct exposure of the thread to friction and external snagging while also helping keep the thread securely positioned. The result is a simple and practical button design well suited to the functional character of traditional workwear.
Double-Layer Reinforced Back Yoke
The upper back is divided by a gently curved back-yoke panel extending across both shoulders. The yoke area uses a reinforced construction with an additional layer of fabric, strengthening the shoulder and upper-back area where tension is repeatedly applied during dressing and arm movement.
The double-layer construction gives this section moderate thickness and structural stability while helping support the shape of the shoulder area. It also creates the clearly defined upper-back panel traditionally associated with classic work-shirt construction.
Directional Stripe Arrangement
The fine stripe pattern on the main body is positioned vertically. On selected components, including the back yoke, cuffs, and side gussets, the fabric direction is changed so that the stripe pattern runs horizontally instead.
Although the same jean-cord stripe fabric is used throughout the garment, changing the direction of the cloth from one component to another creates subtle variation in the appearance of the stripes and adds a restrained visual accent to the overall design.
Rounded Shirttail Hem
The lower edge is finished with a rounded shirttail profile. The front and back sections remain relatively flat across much of their width, while the hem gradually rises toward both side seams.
This traditional hem shape is commonly associated with classic work shirts. When worn untucked, the gentle curves toward the sides follow the body naturally without creating an exaggerated drop at the center. When the shirt is tucked into trousers, the shaped hem also allows the lower body to settle naturally inside the waistband.
Triangular Side Gussets
Small triangular side gussets made from matching fabric are incorporated at the lower ends of both side seams.
The points where the side seams meet the hem are areas where pulling forces can become concentrated as the body moves and the lower portion of the shirt is placed under tension. Adding a separate reinforcement piece helps distribute this stress around the termination of the side seam and the hem edge, reducing the likelihood of splitting or fraying in this area.
These gussets are practical reinforcement details rather than purely decorative additions and reflect construction methods found on older work shirts designed for repeated functional use.
Three-Row Chain-Stitch Runoff
Three rows of chain-stitch runoff are deliberately left extending from the lower side seams. Chain-stitch runoff is formed when a chain-stitch sewing machine continues feeding thread after the seam has passed beyond the edge of the fabric, allowing the interlocking thread loops to continue without fabric between them and form narrow chains of linked stitches.
These runoff tails are not simply three loose strands of thread twisted together and attached to the hem. They are direct continuations of the chain stitching used in the side-seam construction itself.
Leaving the chain-stitch runoff deliberately untrimmed reproduces a sewing detail associated with vintage American work shirts and older workwear manufacturing methods. Because the runoff hangs freely below the side seams, its length, direction, and the way the thread chains gather may vary slightly from one garment to another.
These variations are normal. The visible chain-stitch tails are not evidence of unfinished sewing, loose stitching, or an overlooked trimming operation. They are an intentional construction detail used to reproduce the character of classic workwear.
Triple-Needle Stitching at Major Seams
Triple-needle stitching is used at major areas exposed to repeated movement and pulling, including the shoulder seams, armholes, back-yoke seam, and side seams.
Three parallel rows of stitching reinforce the joined fabric sections, increasing the strength and stability of these seams during repeated wear and laundering. This is a practical construction method intended to reinforce areas that are regularly subjected to body movement and tension.
In addition to its reinforcing function, the multiple parallel stitch lines remain clearly visible on the exterior of the garment and contribute to the distinctive appearance associated with traditional work-shirt construction.
Made in Japan
This Sugar Cane SC25511 long-sleeve work shirt is made in Japan from medium-weight 100% cotton jean-cord stripe fabric. Fine vertical stripes are formed by white yarns that appear on the surface as closely spaced, dot-like broken segments, while the woven construction also produces natural waviness and wrinkling that soften the orderly stripe pattern and give the fabric a more casual, workwear-oriented character.
The shirt combines this distinctive fabric with functional construction derived from classic American work shirts, including a standard point collar with a separate collar stand, differing left and right front-placket construction, a six-button full front, two-hole dish-shaped buttons, dual button-flap chest patch pockets, a pen opening on the left pocket flap, long set-in sleeves, single-button cuffs with sleeve vents, double-elbow reinforcement, a double-layer reinforced back yoke, directional stripe placement, a rounded shirttail hem, triangular side gussets, three-row chain-stitch runoff, and triple-needle reinforcement at major seams.
Rather than using vintage workwear details merely as decoration, the garment incorporates reinforcement methods and sewing constructions that reflect the practical purpose of traditional work shirts, while maintaining a balanced appearance and fabric weight that make it easy to incorporate into contemporary everyday casual wear.
Care Instructions
Machine wash on a gentle cycle at or below 30°C / 86°F.
Do not bleach.
Do not tumble dry.
Line dry in the shade.
Iron at medium temperature with a pressing cloth placed between the iron and the garment.
Professional dry cleaning on a mild process using petroleum solvent is permitted.
Professional wet cleaning is permitted.
Important Notes
- Our online inventory is shared with our physical retail store. As a result, changes in store inventory may not always be reflected immediately on the website.
- Even after an order has been placed, an item may occasionally be sold out due to the timing of simultaneous purchases. We sincerely appreciate your understanding.
- All measurements are taken manually with the garment laid flat and measured using a tape measure.
- Because individual garments may vary slightly, and because of differences in measuring methods, minor measurement differences may occur.
- The actual color of the product may appear slightly different from the photographs depending on lighting conditions and the settings of your monitor or display.
