Batoner

Designed and manufactured in Japan, Batoner produce high-quality knitwear from raw materials such as heavy wool and cashmere. Standing on a solid foundation and with a daily refining of techniques, Batoner strives to create timeless and signature knitwear with a motivation to pass on the technology and tradition Japan proudly boasts to the world. 

Brands/Men

BATONER
In Sweden we use knitwear all year round. Since it is an essential part of our wardrobe it has always wayed heavy for us when curating our selection. In our search for the perfect knit we came across Batoner, a Japanese brand that specialize in producing thought-out products that are crafted with care. Batoner was founded in Sagae City, Yamagata Prefecture in 2013, an area known as sacred ground for its long history in knitwear production. Surrounded by high peaks and clear flowing streams, this is where Batoner knits, links, stitches and process their raw materials, it is home to their entire production. Keeping close relationships and producing products only with neighboring artisans the brand withholds a genuine and individual outlook.
Batoner combine traditional handiwork with machinery, taking advantage of old techniques and applying them to new standards. The brand is constantly evolving and refining their methods, striving to create timeless and signature knitwear motivated by their will to pass on Japanese tradition and proudly boast it to the world.


Batoner at Nitty Gritty 

Nitty Gritty® Batoner

Stone Island

Vans

Barena Venezia

Moscot

Anderson's

Converse

adidas Originals

Nanamica

Nike

New Balance

Veilance

Harris Wharf London

Engineered Garments 

Byredo

Dr. Martens

Comme des Garçons SHIRT

Patagonia

Paraboot

Margaret Howell

Comme des Garçons Parfums

orSlow

Begg x Co

Neighborhood

WTAPS

Stora Skuggan

ASICS

Casey Casey

Stüssy

And Wander

Hestra

Danner

Porter

Adsum

mfpen

Studio Barnhus

Stepney Workers Club

Birkenstock

Needles

Lady White Co.

Yuketen

Unifrom

Maison Louis Marie

Asahi Shoes                                       

Evan Kinori                                       

Chamula                                           

Auralee                                

Barbour

J.Press                                           

Our Legacy                                        

Tarvas                                            

New Era                                           

Rototo                                            

MAN-TLE                                           

Clarks Originals

Bode                                              

ERL                                               

Comme des Garcons Homme                           

Sunflower                                         

Nitty Gritty® Worldwide

D.S & DURGA                                       

Aurora Shoe Co.                                   

COMOLI

SOUTH2 WEST8

Salomon

Pyrenex

Oakley

HOKA

ONZE                                              

Kaptain Sunshine

Perfumer H

Gottlob

Maximum Henry

A.PRESSE

Conkers

Oliver Church

Rubato

Regal Shoe & Co

Régime De Fleurs

Footworks

Salon C. Lundman

SWC OMNI

Unlikely

Village PM

Thurston

Norlha

TEKLA

One Size

Rib knit muffler made with BATONER’s Solid Wool, a yarn developed for the Signature series to hold its shape and resist pilling. The firm construction gives the fabric a clear, three-dimensional stitch.

Made in Japan
100% Wool
Vermilion

Solid Wool Rib Muffler

Knit made with BATONER’s Solid Wool, a yarn developed for the Signature series to hold its shape and resist pilling. The firm construction gives the fabric a clear, three-dimensional stitch.

Made in Japan
100% Wool
Navy


Rib knit muffler made with BATONER’s Solid Wool, a yarn developed for the Signature series to hold its shape and resist pilling. The firm construction gives the fabric a clear, three-dimensional stitch.

Made in Japan
100% Wool
Melange Brown

Half-zip pullover cut from a high-micron worsted Merino fleece using the same yarn for the face, mid, and reverse layers, giving the fabric a natural sheen, smooth drape, and comfortable handfeel. Standard fit.

Made in JApan
Wool 100%
Navy


Solid Wool Rib Half Zip

Signature knit made with BATONER’s proprietary Solid Wool, developed for enhanced structure and reduced pilling. The yarn gives the piece a defined, three-dimensional stitch and a clean, durable finish. Standard fit with raglan sleeves.

Made in Japan
100% Wool
Navy

Signature Crewneck

developed for enhanced structure and reduced pilling. The yarn gives the piece a defined, three-dimensional stitch and a clean, durable finish. Standard fit with raglan sleeves.

Made in Japan
100% Wool
Ivory

Standard-fit knitted polo in pure mohair with a smooth surface and soft nap. The yarn is spun with a special method to highlight the natural handfeel, then knitted slowly at a 5.5-gauge setting for a fuller, airy texture. Finished with set-in sleeves and ribbed collar, cuffs and hem.

Made in Japan
100% Mohair
Sax Grey

Pure Mohair Polo

A standard-fit mohair knit made from BATONER’s pure Super Kid Mohair. The yarn is spun with a specialised method to bring out the natural softness, then knitted slowly at a 5.5-gauge setting for a fuller, airy texture. Finished with a smooth surface, gentle nap and set-in sleeves.

Made in Japan
Mohair 100%
Charcoal Blue

Pure Mohair Crew Neck

T-shirt in extra-long staple organic cotton with a smooth, glossy texture. Knit with double-ply yarn on a specialized sinker machine for a round-bodied, seamless construction and comfortable tension. Standard silhouette with set-in sleeves, single-stitched cuffs and hem, and a shoulder-to-shoulder taped collar.

Made in Japan
100% Cotton
White

Royal Organic Cotton T-Shirt

T-shirt in extra-long staple organic cotton with a smooth, glossy texture. Knit with double-ply yarn on a specialized sinker machine for a round-bodied, seamless construction and comfortable tension. Standard silhouette with set-in sleeves, single-stitched cuffs and hem, and a shoulder-to-shoulder taped collar.

Made in Japan
100% Cotton
Navy

Crewneck knit made with a time-intensive process using specialized machinery and hand-linked stitching by skilled craftsmen. The result is a soft texture with resilient elasticity and a relaxed fit. Features a standard silhouette with set-in sleeves, slit hem constructed using a tapering technique, and seamless cuffs and hem for a clean finish.

Made in Japan
100% Cotton
Navy

32G Smooth Long T-Shirt

Crewneck knit made from West Indian Sea Island cotton, known for its exceptional quality and softness. The yarn is given an extra twist and knitted on a specialized multi-strand machine, enhancing durability and creating a refined surface. Sea Island cotton’s natural oils provide a smooth texture with excellent moisture control. Standard silhouette with raglan sleeves, featuring BATONER’s signature weaving technique.

Made in Japan
100% Cotton
Black

The Seaisland Cotton Signature Crew Neck

Sweater made from fine-count Normandy linen sourced from northwestern France. Knitted with multiple strands for a smooth texture, then slowly washed post-finishing to enhance the natural softness of the linen. Features a relaxed silhouette with set-in sleeves.

Made in Japan
100% Linen
Natural

Washed High Count Linen Crew Neck

High-gauge knit made from royal ramie spun into an exceptionally fine yarn. Features a natural sheen and irregular texture characteristic of ramie, with a crisp hand and a slightly sheer, breathable feel. Designed with a relaxed silhouette, set-in slightly longer sleeves, double-knitted cuffs, and a ribbed hem that allows for a blouson-style fit. Due to the nature of the material, slight skewing may occur.

Made in Japan
100% Ramie
Brown

Choma Polo Cardigan

Knit sweater made through a specialized process using machinery and hand-linking techniques unique to Batoner's factory. Tight, precise stitching provides soft texture and natural knit elasticity, resulting in a relaxed fit. Maintains its shape and softness over time. Features a standard silhouette with set-in sleeves, a slit hem, and seamless cuffs and hem for a clean finish.

Made in Japan
100% Cotton
Navy

32G Smooth Polo