Knitwear OEM Manufacturers in Japan
About the production regions
Gosen (Niigata) is one of Japan's largest knitwear regions, with factories running whole-garment knitting machines and advanced techniques. Yamagata is home to knit factories that spawned globally known factory brands, and knitting clusters remain around Higashi-Osaka and Wakayama. Full domestic production — yarn selection, knitting, linking, finishing — is possible, and small-batch OEM for sweaters and cardigans is available.
Listed manufacturers2
Sato Meriyasu Co. Ltd.
山梨山梨市, 山梨県
- Min. lot
- 10+ units
- Materials
- ウール, コットン, アクリル
- Services
- OEM
Knit factory in Yamanashi explicitly built for small-lot OEM — minimum just 10 pieces per color, as stated on its official site, which welcomes projects turned away by larger factories. Handles everything from yarn selection to packing.
Looptec Co. Ltd.
五泉五泉市, Niigata
- Min. lot
- Ask (negotiable)
- Materials
- ウール, コットン
- Services
- OEM
Knitwear factory in Gosen, Japan's premier knit region. Official site explicitly accepts OEM production of sweaters and cardigans, welcoming small-lot inquiries, with knitting gauges from 3G to 18G.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order for knitwear OEM in Japan?+
Some listed manufacturers accept small lots from around 10 units. Many factories lower their minimums for semi-orders that use existing shapes or fabrics, so share your target quantity and ask.
Can an overseas individual or small brand order knitwear OEM?+
Yes. Every factory listed here explicitly offers OEM or custom production on its official site. Most operate in Japanese only — use the Japanese inquiry builder on each factory page to send a properly written inquiry.
Which region should I choose for knitwear?+
Gosen (Niigata) is one of Japan's largest knitwear regions, with factories running whole-garment knitting machines and advanced techniques. Yamagata is home to knit factories that spawned globally known factory brands, and knitting clusters remain around Higashi-Osaka and Wakayama.