BUNKA × Sōho Assorted Long Hand Sewing Needle Set – 40 Needles, Sizes #6–#9
A high-quality assorted long hand sewing needle set from BUNKA × Sōho, made in Japan by ECHIZENYA-TAZAKI CO., LTD.
With four different needle sizes, this set allows you to choose the most suitable needle for different fabrics and sewing techniques, from heavy denim and wool to fine cotton and silk.
The set contains 40 long hand sewing needles in four sizes (#6, #7, #8 and #9), with 10 needles of each size, stored neatly in a compact needle case.
– About ECHIZENYA –
ECHIZENYA-TAZAKI CO., LTD was founded in Japan in 1865 by Tadashichi Echizenya, who began the business as a thread seller over 150 years ago.
Today, the company specialises in apparel trimmings and ornaments, including epaulettes for military and officers’ uniforms, while continuing to manufacture traditional sewing products.
Their Sōho needles and Junbutsu-Jirushi tailor’s chalk are well loved within the sewing industry, including by professional tailors and dressmakers.
– About the Product –
The BUNKA × Sōho Assorted Long Hand Sewing Needle Set is designed to cover a wide range of hand-sewing needs with four carefully selected needle sizes.
Each size is suited to different fabric weights and sewing techniques, making it easy to choose the right needle for the job.
The handy needle case keeps the needles safely stored and organised, while its compact size makes it easy to carry with you.
– 4 Needle Sizes, 40 Needles in Total –
#6 Long × 10 needles
39.4 mm long × 0.75 mm diameter
For heavy fabrics such as wool and denim, and buttonhole stitching.
#7 Long × 10 needles
37.9 mm long × 0.68 mm diameter
For medium-weight fabrics such as cotton, linen and wool, and for basting.
#8 Long × 10 needles
36.4 mm long × 0.60 mm diameter
For basting medium-weight fabrics, hemming heavier fabrics and sewing lighter fabrics.
#9 Long × 10 needles
34.8 mm long × 0.53 mm diameter
For lightweight fabrics such as silk and fine cotton, as well as hemming and basting.
– Compact Needle Case –
The needles are supplied in a compact 70 × 75 mm case with a hook-and-loop fastening flap, helping to keep the needles safely stored and organised.
The case also includes an additional inner pocket, useful for storing spare needles or temporarily keeping needles while sewing.
Please note: The two needles shown inside the additional pocket in the product image are for illustration only and are not included separately.
– Product Specifications –
– Brand / Collaboration BUNKA × Sōho
– Manufacturer ECHIZENYA-TAZAKI CO., LTD
– Place of Origin Japan
– Set Contents 40 long hand sewing needles
– Needle Sizes #6, #7, #8, #9
– Quantity 10 needles of each size
– #6 Long 39.4 × 0.75 mm
– #7 Long 37.9 × 0.68 mm
– #8 Long 36.4 × 0.60 mm
– #9 Long 34.8 × 0.53 mm
– Case Dimensions 70 × 75 mm
– Product Code / JAN 4570116592806
– Release Date 1 April 2026