The $2,000 Jeans Company - Momotaro Denim Review
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- Momotaro is one of the most well-respected denim brands in existence today. This is the brand that gets the nod of approval from even the biggest denim snobs, yet keep some models relatively affordable. If you’re someone who is looking for that next level beyond Gustin, Bravestar, etc. this may be just what the doctor ordered.
The name Momotaro comes from Japanese folklore, and is the story of a boy who’s born from a giant peach, then comes to earth as the son of an elderly couple. He revives their sense of youth and encourages them to follow their dreams. Momotaro began in 2005 and is actually a sub brand of Japan Blue Company. There are a few different labels that Momotaro uses with different price points and features such as the Copper Label, the Vintage Label, Gold Label, and the Battle Label which we’ll be looking at today.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:00 Momotaro Denim
2:30 Zimbabwe cotton denim
4:46 Momotaro Jeans Fit
5:00 Momotaro Jeans Price
5:16 $2000 Jeans
6:25 Value
Reviews of clothing, boots, and accessories for men, along with style advice and life philosophy. I've been working with my hands for my entire life as a mechanic, tow truck driver, and eventually a licensed electrician. Being a blue collar guy, I look for certain elements in a product: is it durable? Is it high-quality? Will it perform well over its service life? Whether boots, pants, jackets, or tools I believe it's best to buy once and cry once by getting the best you can afford. With so many options these days, choosing the best product can become a difficult decision, but that's where I come in. Helping you stay stylish, rugged, and handsome.
I don't care where it's made as long as it's made well, and allows you to buy less and buy better. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
I've commented before on other vids. I'm 40 and blue collar. Work 60 hrs a week doing QC at a steel mill in NW Pennsylvania. I'm single the last few years with no kids and really no debt to speak of. Its nice. Used to sink all my free cash into my girls debts and closet.
Now that I've been living off the plantation and "free" the last few years, I can afford nicer clothes and things for myself. This channel introduced me to the Filson brand. Thank you!
I bought a pair of Momos about a year ago and also some PBJs. Worth every penny imo. I only really wear them on weekends at social gatherings. For everyday work wear, I don Carhartt or Levi's etc.
Do I think $300 to $3000 is too much for a pair of jeans? No. No way. Not for Momos. I've gotten so many compliments from the ladies and even the guys on my Momos. One guy went out and bought his own pair because of mine.. Its true. Girls go crazy 'bout a sharp dressed man.
I take such good care of these jeans, they'll last me the rest of my life. I'm sure I could probably resell them one day as well if I ever wanted....
Thanks for the content here. 👍
Thank you for the thoughtful and interesting comment! Are you doing QC at a mill or a foundry? That job must be pretty wild.
@@CarlMurawski Foundry. ACP in Meadville, PA. We are contracted to produce parts by Paccar for semi-trucks globally predominantly, though we also make parts for Catarpillar and John Deere as well. We literally got purchased this week by a much larger American company called Grede, so soon we will be ramping up to do automotive castings as well.
Yes, it can be wild over there. Its a real honest days work. The used/burnt sand from the casting molds is very fine and covers literally everything in the facility in a layer of black dust. Everything. We all look like we came out of a coal mine at shifts end. Black boogers are just normal. Masks only help so much.
So yeah, splurging on a great pair of jeans so I look/feel good when I go out occasionally is just how I reward/invest in myself. Slowly building a stylish wardrobe over here, with help from this channel. I call it Blue Collar Sheek. 👍
@@Okiijiida if you don't like what is said here, get out.
I doubt you can last 2 minutes in his world. You need to respect the man's skill and craft.
Gotta say, never thought a random dude's comment could convince me, but my first pair of jeans in over 5 years is gonna be Momos now.
If I hit a gold mine, maybe I'll go for the gold haha
@@TheNunakun appreciate the back-up. But the man's correct. It IS disgusting. Certainly not for everyone. I'm disgusting for buying jeans over $1000 crafted by Japanese artisans, while people anamously criticize on their $1000ish phone made in China with basically whats modern slave labor.
Dear Carl, lets split the gold label jeans 50/50. I’ll keep one leg you keep the other
GREAT VID!
Hahaha deal!
I'd consider them if each pair came with a really nice wallet... stuffed with $1,500
Lol!!!
I need $1950!!!
Some people really enjoy buying fancy jeans. Idk I don't pay more than $20 for a pair of pants from menards or walmart.
so youd still pay 500 dollars for a pair of jeans?
I fade my battle stripes manually on brand new jackets and pants with sand paper and a blade making it look destructive and digitized . Very abstract and unique. The stripes are very much there just meticulously fragmented and it looks like they have been in a legit battle yet artistically so
The follow up video to this is of course “I bought the $2000 jeans so you don’t have to.”
Momotaro is great though, glad to see you covering them
I've spent a lot on Japanese denim this year...
•Momotaro GTB 10oz shorts: 7/10
I like them. They're well built, the denim is nice and soft, the stitching is strong and clean.
What I hadn't considered is that living in NY I'll only wear them for about two months a year so they're not going onto fade too much and the softness will means soft fades. They're dark indigo, so they're hot in the sun. They're also cut a bit shorter than I'm used to.
•Samurai jeans S3000vx 25oz 6/10
The denim is beautiful, the hardware is interesting, the pockets are lined... samurai was showing off with these.
Absolute leg breakers. The build quality is immaculate, but they should come with warning labels. The denim is brutally abrasive, particularly behind the knees and ankles. They're very stiff even with wear, to the point that I'm having a hard time breaking them in. I hot soaked them to try to shrink them a bit, but I don't have enough rear to fill the seat causing a bit of a diapered look. The seat feels a bit like having a turtles shell on my butt.
Studio D'Artisan kasezome sashiko 9/10
Made from SD's sashiko fabric instead of denim, these barely resemble jeans. I wear them when I want to be a bit more dressed up or want to stand out.
They have plastic (I think?) buttons that have leather reinforcement which I like.
My only complaint is how they fit *me* . They're a little snug in the thighs making it hard to access my pockets.
Japan blue J405 'circle' 10/10
My favorite pair. Comfortable from day one, but ridged enough for crisp fades. These are seriously under appreciated. Theyre dark indigo fading to a bright electric blue. They're a bit too warm to wear during the hottest parts of summer but they're not a winter only pair.
Great video! I think anyone who has ever purchased a pair of Momotaro’s absolutely appreciates the quality of them. I love the attention to detail and I don’t think the high prove point is bad at all considering what touted getting in return. A quality pair of jeans that will last for years!!!
I have to say I enjoyed this video it was very informational and I’ve been waiting for someone to post a video like this. Great job 👏🏾
Do they make women’s?
I have wondered about this brand. That logo is iconic
I own the 15.7 tight taper no-line version and after 9 months of daily wear and five washes, it is just now starting to fade. I recommend for folks to experience the build quality, look, and fit. While Ill continue to buy from other great brands, I will always have a new pair from Momotaro on deck fron here on out. Would be cool to have several in different stages of fading in the future.
5 washes???
Dude, wash your jeans more.
Daily wear... 9 months... 5 washes
3,621 farts
I live in Japan I just bought my first selveged jeans at Japan Blue in Kyoto. The jeans are slightly cheaper
than Momotaro but the same company. Classic straight 12.5 oz African cotton around $140. I really like them but might get a pair of Momotaro too. Great vid thanks.
Ahh nice thing to wake up to, a new carl vid
Love my momos. Have two pairs, the first were my first selvedge jeans and they didn't shrink as much as expected so they're a bit big on me. And the second are just perfect. The fit is amazing and they have this beautiful fuzziness to them. Got them without the battle stripes.
great overview! would've loved to hear more about your particular pair's fit and rise ;) and also did you buy true to size or did you have to size up / down? (i know you mentioned yours were sanforized, so perhaps not)
Thank you for some new informative knowledge on denim and that too delivered in the typical Carl style. Thank you it was enjoyable.Am an old pensioner happy with my old pairs of Levi's Lee's & Wranglers.Great for those guys with the dough. 👍
Nice review - pretty spot on, imo. I've a pair of 10oz Copper label Momotaro jeans that I wear in the hot and humid summer months and like them a lot; just a bit less "flashy" then the GTW stripes. The softness of the cotton is very nice. I wore them yesterday, and I wore my Levi made and crafted 501s today - I like the Levis, but prefer the Momotaro jean fabric and some of the nice elements such as the stitching, rivets, pocket lining, and lower rise. Something that might upset some folks is that Momotaro and Japan Blue have small pockets front and back; too small if you like to fit much in your pockets...
Being retired my Wrangler’s and Levi’s suite me just fine. We all know that Levi’s are not as substantial as they once were. They work for me. 2k for jeans? One born every minute!
Lol I hear ya, thats waaaay too rich for my blood.
@@CarlMurawski !
In fairness, the 2k is one pair of jeans that they sell in their line completely by hand. There's a video on YT on just how artisan handmade it is, at least it's not just due to being a brand name. 2k is too rich for anyone. This isn't for the Bugatti flex crowd either.
FCM415 OK. .
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You're like my buddy I look up to that always knows all about the cool sh_t way before I've even heard about it. :) Keep up the great videos. Thanks Carl!
I like my brave star jeans. I just got double black 20oz winter jeans. It’s stiff like hell but I love the breaking in process
I swear by Austin, TX based company, Traveller Denim. Unfortunately they are now out of business, but their jeans, shirts, and jackets fit me most perfectly out of all the denim I have.
Traveller Denim, I'll have to look them up!
@@CarlMurawski www.carryology.com/utility/misc/outside-influences-traveller-denim-co-shop-visit-austin-tx/
nobody who watches your content is the average consumer. i love everything i have from momotaro and they are one of the coolest denim brands.
Average consumers buy from Walmart and target like me lmfao
True story man! Thank you
@@Okiijiida thank-you for you very thought out comment. really contributing to the conversation here with your intellect.
Lmfao
Lol they're fine if you have thousands of dollars to waste and never plan on ever doing anything in them resembling work
wow. have to try a pair or two. from what i gather they are like an investment , and im sure the resell value wont diminish anytime soon. they are very eye catching and that tag on the back pocket is simple but genius a very subtle calling card. i love the back label patch of leather, and its various styles. if you have more pairs id love to watch another review before i confirm a purchase. your awesome dude !
I have a the 0306SP model and is one of my favorite denim.
As Japanese, feel ironic to know our great product through your video.
Wish youtubers in Japan talk about these great garments more, not only Uniqlo trends!
There are so many great Japanese brands to talk about! It seems a waste to spend time on Uniqlo when there's The Flat Head, Real McCoys, and Iron Heart!
I'm surprised Japanese channels don't talk about these brands. Maybe the new generation don't know about them?
(1st time I've heard of Momos too)
@@TheNunakun I think in Asian countries most of the of the late thirties to fifties crowd ways are set by their elders and most of the teenage and twenty year olds are into fast fashion and pop crowd especially k-pop stuff. Most Asian you tubers are in teenage and twenty year old range and why I think you see fashion towards “affordable” stuff. It seems to me older you tubers in Asian countries get traction in other countries or are fighting game players.
Realy enjoy your posts🍻🤘🏼
I appreciate that!
My favorite jeans are the factory jeans from origin. These look real cool but I’m no denim guy, not yet anyways. You definitely make me want a pair of.
I am one of those sticking with a particular denim brand kinda person. I stick with rogue territory for my denim, which usually runs for about $240-295.
Man, that's a brand I've gotta check out!
I love rgt but all their clothing is made for one body type.
@@CarlMurawski I kind of forgot about their standard issue fit which is probably your jam. They don’t have it in any fun material like the cryptic denim right now though.
My favorite brand! They make an unsanforized 18 oz and they are the best feeling denim I’ve come across. But yeah too much cash that’s all the cool brands though. Left Field makes a solid product for about 1/2 the price and they are made in America. Great videos man
Another informatively excellent video! I wouldn’t make it the ‘norm’ to drop 300 but yes, it’s nice to treat yourself and have a pair or two at that price. Then you know you don’t have to.
So true!
I have a pair of these; they’re great quality and they’ve held up real nice, with a nice electric blue fade. With that being said on the day to day I still reach for my Rogue Territory jeans.
I own a few of their pieces, purchased from Okayama denim. I got One pair of their jeans and a type two jacket. I love me some peach boy denim. 😎
Well I wear tactical cargo pants for the comfort is there any good brand you might recommend?
Took months to score a pair in my size they sell out so quick!
Hi Carl! What fit/cut did you get?
What model/fit of Momo jeans did you purchase?
300 is a lot for jeans but I’m always willing to spring for something special. If I felt Momo had that special “it” factor I wouldn’t blink an eye at the price. I’ve purchased a flannel from them and I’d say it’s pretty awesome but I got it on sale so it was nowhere near 300.
I love my 0504, you know you can get them without battle strips? I love how they fade! My go to jeans!
a nice pair of selvedge denim and boots are what I called "rugged luxury".
Do they fit true to size?
Love your denim videos! I'm a skateboarder who loves denim, it would be interesting to see you review a few brands of jeans that are popular in the skateboarding world. A few brands that are known for denim; Polar, Pangea Jeans, Dime, and even Jnco. These brands are often ridiculed for their prices. "Are they really worth the price?! Find out in this video!" Anyways, love all the info and transparency in your videos. Peace!
Thank you man!!!
Would love to see more looser cuts in raw denim like the big boys etc. For now I’m just sizing up relaxed fit raw wranglers lol
I did not search out this topic And at 59 years old and up until the past 3 months of my life had purchased nothing but Levi’s 501’s exclusively! Long story short I a friend of mine bought some Target brand jeans and then about a month ago I bought some Wranglers 13MWZ. Both are what I’d call bargain brands at $20 and $30 a pair respectively. The verdict is I like them both. But I do still need to wear them in some before I can say I like them better than 501’s. Yeah, I’ve never understood the premium jean industry as jeans for me are everyday work or play or get incredibly dirty clothing. I can’t imagine taking jeans off to put something else on to do dirty work. Just doesn’t compute. But this was interesting to watch how what I’d call “Martians” live.
Can you compare on yourself the 0605 vs 0405-v 🤔. We have about the same size frame
As much as I love denim how have I never came across this channel
Well I hope you like what you see!
Hey Carl, looking healthy!
None of the options you are talking about are available on the website. Did they change something?
Zimbabwe is a great place with great people.
I've done $200 but never $300. I have some JB japan blues that are great - but am curious to try some LVC '47s someday too. I'm mostly an APC or N&F guy (since they came out with easy guy fit)
As with anything, if you have that type of cash to burn and that brand fits your needs by all means support it. There are some things that no matter how much others try to duplicate it will never be the same. Levi's for me for life, every color flavor, every cut and the most important factors they deliver on quality, durability while feeling great the longer you wear them.
Good to know i managed to pick one of the best brands going into a denim shop blind. Now its time to ruin them cause i bought them for work.
I guess it all depends on a person’s finances and the “feel good” factor. I enjoy wearing nice service boots and I can afford them. No one notices what brand they are, but I enjoy wearing the more expensive ones because they make me feel good. So that’s how I justify the cost. It’s not because I’m out to impress anybody or that I’m into fashion. That’s not the crowd I hang with. Right now, spending $300 or more on a pair of jeans doesn’t meet my “feel good” criteria. But I’m not judging anyone who does if they can afford them and it makes them feel good. After all, a year ago I never thought I’d spend over $700 for a pair of Vibergs.
I don’t know, $700 Vibergs that will last a lifetime is easier to swallow than $2k jeans that will distintigrate in a year. I think $300-400 for jeans is also expensive but I’d pay it
Karl please do a review on your green leather boots please
Definitely coming soon brother!
For my right now, if I'm going to be spending over $200 on a pair of jeans, they have to be custom. Most of the time I end having to get stock jeans tailored to fit me well. My thighs and butt usually would require me to size up 2-3 sizes in off the rack jeans so custom jeans are almost a must at this point.
Fair enough, have you tried Viapiana Custom Denim?
@@CarlMurawski i have not. But i have a pair of custom jeans from Ciano Farmer down in Denton Texas that have been my go to pair
My pick would have been the green also. Have seen these in a store and the jacket but those two stripes are just too loud for me so I got pbj’s
Uniqlo selvedge jeans are my choice, and at $50 bucks a pair, its a no brainer.
Carl. knows. style.
Compared to regular Levi’s, this jeans probably has higher “bang for your buck” since you wear it much longer.
I have two pairs of Momotaro. let's just say they make me stay in shape and watch what I eat.
I personally think $300 for a pair of jeans is way too much. Granted, I work from home and when I go out, it's not to get noticed but to go to the kids softball game, home depot, or to go out for dinner because we are too tired to cook that night. Nothing I do warrants a pair of jeans that cost more than $50, so $300 is too rich for my blood. Especially since they'll just get ice cream, soda, etc. on them.
If I were single and living in the city and went out with my friends a lot... maybe I'd splurge on a pair, but even then I'd probably feel stupid spending that kind of money on pants.
For reference, I live south of Cleveland, so San Fran/NYC prices boggle my mind anyway.
Totally understandable! Of course, these videos just show you whats out there. Its up to you to decide if they fit into your lifestyle, budget, etc.
Even a pair of $2000 jeans won’t get attention. Nobody cares about other peoples pants.Jackets however…
@@CarlMurawski totally. I love watching your videos and seeing what's out there and appreciate them. Especially the boots and jackets. I don't mind dropping good money on a pair of good work boots or hiking boots, or a rugged jacket for a particular season.
Keep it up! Thanks again!
Hope your curiosity peaks and you catch a pair at $200-$240 during a sale. Let's overlook the denimhead angle and consider that what you get can literally last you for decades as your daily or most commonly worn jeans. The build quality, look and fit is really remarkable. But sure, a good pair of modern mass produced Levis still looks good too.
My favorite jean brand is Brave star
There's so many incredible selvedge denim brands out there, I personally won't spend more than $200... Really after $200 I think there is very little you can do to upgrade a pair of jeans to explain away the cost.
True, there's significant diminishing return.
Beautiful pants.
Hey Carl, if I buy a pair of Selvedge denim, what are the chances of the denim being raw ?
If the brand says Selvedge but doesn’t say it’s made from raw denim, how can I know if the denim is raw ?
Typically they'll state it clearly since you will need to care for it properly. I'd say if it doesn't explicitly say "raw" they're probably not.
@@CarlMurawski gotcha ! Is there still a way to find out if it’s raw denim when the jeans arrive ?
@@f4_faris this is probably too late an answer, but I figured I’d answer your question for posterity.
Raw denim are a real dark blue(or other color) that will ”bleed” color if you rub it, that’s probably the easiest way to know If it is raw or not. But like Carl wrote, it will most likely be stated.
i never would've thought that i will be fantasizing on a pair of jeans
I don't mind spending that amount on my denim. But then again my particular favorite brand is a bit more pricey, Pure Blue Japan.
How are these aging
People will spend $400 on boots, or $800 on a leather jacket so a $300 pair of jeans is doable if that's in your price range. I'd love to someday have a pair of higher end Japanese selvedge if I could afford it. Maybe Studio D'artisan or Momotaro just to experience them and the hype for myself. As of now I have some cheap $100 and less selvedge.
Great video as always. It felt super weird going from a pair of 50 euro (on sale) Levi's 501s to a pair of 600 euro Tobacco Jeans. I don't know if you have an opinion on them and did I waste my money, but I personally I love them and the kevalr insert is great for when I finally get back into motorcycles. I rode a lot before I was 18, but after that it was all about cars, finishing school and then to work so I kinda forgot how great riding felt. Now I'm dying to get back on a bike, but winters here aren't the best for riding. Not impossible, just not the best.
$300 is on the very high end of any piece of clothing that will not last that long.
For boots, shoes, wallets, belts, jackets, or anything that you can have for 20+ years, then it is fine.
For stuff that will last a couple of years though, like shirts and pants, then no, that is at the maximum high limit, and the only reason I would even consider it is if the fit was perfect for me, if it was more durable than most of the competitors, and if it was made by a company that doesn't outsource (doesn't have to be America, but I want to know that they didn't cut that corner).
I guess it's just the blue-collar in me but I will never understand guys who cuff their jeans I want to try to protect the upper of my boots not show them off and funny enough you mentioned cone Mills I have one right up the road
I have been wearing Levi's 501's for 60 years not as well made as they were 40 years ago but I am to old to change.
Being a red blooded American, who grew up on Levi's & Wrangler jeans. I have to ask. Is Momotaro jean company paying you in Yen or Us dollars? Just asking.
I like Rock Revival and Polo jeans.
$2000 for a pair of jeans? They smokin crack.
I still occasionally wear my Armani Exchange jeans from the mid 90s. They might have been around the same price (especially adjusted for inflation), but my Wranglers/Levis/etc. I can beat to hell and not think about. I'd rather spend money on comfy undergarments or shirts, after a few hours I REALLY don't care what only
This jeans are made to measure?And if not, do you know of another Japanese denim brand that creates custom-made jeans?
2,000 dollar jeans , must be the buy of the century, yeah right.
I mean I pay $200-350 for Cryes and I definitely don’t wear those as often as I wear Jeans anymore.
the $2300 momotaros just dropped at corlection made on the kimono loom they sold out in seconds
If only these were made with that Giza Cotton from those My Pillow dream sheets…lost opportunity…
Buy nice or buy twice. If decent jeans fit me perfectly, I know $500 or so will still be money well spent, within a couple of years.
In this situation of a hand made product, most who call it over priced cant afford it. The brand doesn't owe you affordability for handmade goods. You don't buy momotaro if you are the average consumer anyways
Well said!
or your not a idiot for paying 300 dollars for a pair of jeans.
My dad's dad comes to mind. Deep into the tens of millions, wears levis & white tee shirts.
I’ve always had my eyes on Momotaro, but I can’t rock the pink stitching.
Embrace the peach!
When it starts to fade its not noticeable
I think it’s fine,it’s expensive but I think if someone is willing to put in the work and earn the money then they should buy whatever the want.
I don't exactly have money falling out of my @$$, but I don't think $300 is too expensive for a quality pair of jeans. I mean, I wouldn't drop a 50 hour week's wages on a pair of gold labels, but $300, definitely!
Levi’s for life
Wow! Never been tutored on how to comment. Enough said.
If they look like what you modeled in the video, not a chance would I consider this brand no matter the price point.
I couldn’t stomach the price right
Now but I have friends who do. Honestly I do think if it’s greet quality it can be worth the $300. I’ll spend $200 on a quality pair of boots no problem.
Only a foolio would spend 2600 on a pair of jeans
They are like $3885.53 £3,059.71 that's inflation for you
21oz - Here are my Momotaro jeans))
talk about Left Field NYC!! my go-to brand for denim. very underrated
The white stripe stop me buying them. Can’t wear them with shirt and blazer
Levis stopped making "Shrink to fit" in my size, and now charge $75.00 and up for shrink to fit Levis. Too much money for a pair of jeans.
A custom tailored mohair suit can be less expensive.
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I like the blend and the way that denim looks I'm not really into the stripes or having peaches on the buttons , like meeting a girl with eggplant buttons on her jeans idk. Doesn't appeal. 200 $ seems reasonable 2000$ though nah maybe if they had lifetime warranty or something
Interesting idea.... $2,000 for jeans with unlimited replacement or repair. Would you do it?
@@CarlMurawski In a heartbeat
That’s a large phallus and peach
Yes, I make up my mind based on Reddit posts