Nihon Bungeisha Co., Ltd. A must-have for knitting fans! ~Find your favorite yarn and knit~ Enjoy everything from buying to using it with this one book! “Explore, Knitting, and Enjoy the Exciting Niche Yarn BOOK” released on October 1st

[Nihon Bungeisha Co., Ltd.] A must-have for knitting fans! ~Find your favorite yarn and knit~ Enjoy this one book from purchase to use! “Enjoy Exploring and Knitting: An Exciting Niche Yarn Book” Released October 1st ​
Nihon Bungeisha Co., Ltd. Press release: October 1, 2025 To Members of the Press A must-have for knitting enthusiasts! ~Find your favorite yarn and knit~ Enjoy this one book from purchase to use! “Explore, Knitte, and Have Fun: The Exciting Niche Yarn Book” Released October 1st A niche yarn specialty book that will help you discover your special yarn and knit your dream creations with your favorite yarn. Nihon Bungeisha Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) will release “The Exciting Niche Yarn Book: Explore, Knitte, and Have Fun” (edited by Nihon Bungeisha) at bookstores and online bookstores nationwide from Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
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The unique origins are also appealing! For those who want to enjoy hand knitting with “niche yarns”! This is a specialized book on niche yarns for yarn lovers, explaining techniques for researching, purchasing, and using yarns, providing recipes for knitting with niche yarns, and introducing yarn specialty stores in Japan that carry niche yarns. Colors, textures, and textures…there’s an abundance of fascinating yarns with diverse origins. Industrial yarn, hand-dyed yarn, imported yarn, small-lot yarn, and yarn that you can collect countless balls of. This book contains knowledge and information to help you fully enjoy your special yarns. However, when faced with attractive yarns at a specialty store, many people may wonder, “What should I knit?” and “How many grams do I need?” This book introduces the techniques you need to know to master your favorite yarns.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/41489/722/41489-722-dcc729fd9b1173fff9ea414937624a16-2706×1920.jpg Packed with all the knowledge you need to know to master knitting with any yarn! ◆Basic knowledge and features of niche yarn This book provides detailed explanations of how to use original yarns from yarn specialty stores and industrial yarns, the characteristics of the materials, how to choose yarn that suits the recipe you want to knit, and technical aspects such as gauge calculations. It’s packed with information to help you master niche yarns, from how to choose yarn when you want to knit a recipe from a general craft book using niche yarns, to yarn materials, preparation before knitting, finishing methods, and daily care. We’ll also show you how to calculate the amount of yarn needed to knit the recipe you want. You can substitute it with your preferred yarn. In addition, niche yarns often have different properties than craft yarns, and there are tricks to selecting and handling them. Industrial yarns are not intended for hand knitting, so they may require special care and attention. We will also post samples and provide detailed explanations.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/41489/722/41489-722-e2c29c67a0cc1cc9e4812ea9fc05b008-2706×1920.jpg Part 1 introduces the basics of niche yarns.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/41489/722/41489-722-e5a5d65fe96283babbc94abff4927df7-2330×1653.jpg In Part 2, we’ll introduce you to the information you need to know to master niche yarns and answer all the questions you might encounter while knitting! ◆A place you’ll want to visit at least once! Introducing 38 shops across Japan that sell attractive yarns In recent years, the yarns used for hand knitting have become more diverse, including original yarns, yarns from overseas manufacturers, and leftover yarns from the apparel industry. As a result, the number of attractive yarn shops is increasing nationwide. Here’s a list of shops where you can find yarns that you can only find in those shops, such as original yarns, rare yarns made by artists, one-of-a-kind yarns that can only be hand-dyed, and apparel leftover yarns that you’ll never find again. Some shops have an incredible selection, carrying yarn from every manufacturer! There are plenty of shops that will make you want to go on a journey to discover fascinating yarns. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/41489/722/41489-722-82b56d872ea7befbfcb3e4e08aee399e-1165×1653.jpg In Part 3, we introduce a carefully selected 38 stores, including both brick-and-mortar and online shops! ◆Includes 6 recipes using niche yarns This book features three knitted projects and three crocheted projects that can be made using the knowledge introduced in this book, from clothing to accessories. If you come across a yarn that appeals to you, be sure to calculate the gauge and give it a try. Even with the same recipe, the finished product can vary greatly depending on the yarn you choose.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/41489/722/41489-722-49e534c253019d880a2d539bc4e71803-1266×1216.png Part 4 features six recipes for knitting with niche yarns: a peplum pullover, a side-tie vest, a scalloped shawl, a flared ruffle bag, a random-stripe net bag, and a lipstick case. We also recommend substituting your favorite yarn. ◆Table of Contents
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/41489/722/41489-722-f4f27b3a04cf36df8f2359ba7bad201a-2706×1920.jpg Part.1 Learn about niche threads Part.2: Choosing and Knitting Niche Yarns Part.3: Exploring Niche Yarns Part.4: Recipes for Knitting with Niche Yarns ◆Bibliographic information
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/41489/722/41489-722-f236d267b08cc77c4863b01543f67a05-1805×2560.jpg Title: Exploring and Knitting: A Book of Exciting Niche Yarns Editor: Nihon Bungeisha Price: ¥2,530 (tax included) Format: A5 Page Count: 192 ISBN: 978-4-537-22315-6 Release Date: October 1, 2025
https://www.nihonbungeisha.co.jp/book/b10143448.html ◆About purchasing books Available at bookstores nationwide and online bookstores. Amazon https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4537223154/ Rakuten Books
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https://www.nihonbungeisha.co.jp/book/b10135882.html ◆About Nihon Bungeisha [Company Profile] Representative: President and CEO Hibiki Takemura Address: 8F Palace Side Building, 1-1-1 Hitotsubashi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0003 Established: January 1959 Capital: 100 million yen Number of Employees: 74 (as of March 31, 2025) Corporate Website: https://www.nihonbungeisha.co.jp