LIMITED EDITION COLLABORATION

ROWDY × KURABO

Japan's Original Denim Maker Since 1888

Never To Be Repeated

For the first time in our 12-year history, ROWDY leather meets Kurabo's legendary KD-8 denim—the very fabric that launched Japanese denim culture in 1973. Limited pieces. Three stores. Once it's gone, it's gone forever.

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Handcrafted in Cape Town
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The Denim Jacket

ZAR 2,200.00

The centerpiece that started everything

  • Kurabo KD-8 Raw Denim – Will develop unique fades over time
  • Unisex Oversized Fit – Sizes XS to XL available
  • ROWDY Leather Details – Premium trim at stress points
Size Chest (cm) Length (cm)
XS10468
S10870
M11272
L11674
XL12076

KD-8 represents a pivotal moment in textile history. After 8 attempts, Kurabo created Japan's first domestically-produced denim in 1973. This rope-dyed raw denim is woven on vintage shuttle looms, creating a unique texture and character that improves with age. Each piece will develop its own distinctive fade pattern based on your wear, making it truly one-of-a-kind.

Shipping: Free shipping on orders over R1,000. Orders ship within 24 hours from Cape Town.

Returns: 30-day return window for unworn items in original condition. Contact us for return authorization.

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When 137 Years of Heritage Collide

1888 - Kurabo Founded

Kurashiki, Japan

Japan's textile pioneer begins

1973 - KD-8 Created

The Birth of Japanese Denim

After 8 attempts, Kurabo creates Japan's first denim—the legendary KD-8 that would define a culture

2012 - ROWDY Born

Cape Town, South Africa

Starting with one rucksack, building a leather legacy

2025 - The Collaboration

Two Worlds Meet

KD-8 denim meets ROWDY craft for the first and only time

"KD stands for Kurabo Denim. The 8? That's how many attempts it took to perfect it. We only had one chance to get this collaboration right."

Three Truths About This Collection

Genuinely Limited

This isn't marketing scarcity. Kurabo produced one run of KD-8 for us. Our artisans can only make so many pieces. When the last piece sells, this chapter closes forever.

Appreciating Assets

Raw denim tells your story through fades. Leather develops character. In 5 years, your piece will be one-of-a-kind—impossible to replicate, impossible to replace.

Museum-Worthy

You're acquiring the meeting point of two craft traditions. KD-8 is literally in museums. ROWDY's Repairs for Life guarantee means this piece stays with you for decades.

Available In-Store and Online

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From Our Community

"The leather quality is phenomenal. My ROWDY bag from 5 years ago still looks incredible."

– Verified Buyer,

"Worth every rand. The craftsmanship is obvious the moment you hold it."

– Sarah M., Cape Town

"Their lifetime repair promise is real. They fixed my zip 3 years after purchase, no questions."

– James, Johannesburg
4.8/5 from 858 Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions

Simple. Add the denim jacket (R2,400) to your cart, then add any denim bag. The 15% discount automatically applies to the bag at checkout. No codes needed.

Yes. This is a one-time collaboration. Kurabo produced a limited run of KD-8 specifically for us. When it sells out, this collection ends permanently.

KD-8 was Japan's first domestically-produced denim (1973). It's rope-dyed raw denim that develops unique fades based on your wear patterns. It's the fabric that started Japanese denim culture.

The beauty is you don't need to baby them. The denim will fade naturally and beautifully. For leather parts, we include care instructions and recommend our leather care products. Both materials are meant to age and improve.

All manufacturing defects—stitching, zippers, hardware. Normal wear and tear isn't covered, but we offer repair services to keep your bag going for decades.

History Waits for No One

This moment—when Kurabo's 137-year legacy meets ROWDY's Cape Town craft—will never happen again. Own a piece of this collaboration while you still can.

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