Alpha Industries

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Born of Purpose
Alpha Industries is an American apparel brand founded in 1959 in Knoxville, Tennessee, USA. It began by manufacturing military clothing for the U.S. Department of Defense, and in its early years, under Samuel Gelber, produced signature pieces such as the MA-1, N-3B, and M-65. Today, centered on its military heritage, it has an international presence with outerwear, casual wear, and accessories for men, women, and youth.

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to honor and protect the Everyday Hero.

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1959
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Alpha Industries Japan
Clothing

Japan-market tailored sub-line

Alpha Industries Japan — marketed as the “Japan Line” — is the brand’s Japan/Asia–specific

Alpha Industries Japan — marketed as the “Japan Line” — is the brand’s Japan/Asia–specific product line and regional operation run under local partnership/licence (Japan operator: TSI). The line offers Japan‑exclusive iterations (souvenir/embroidered MA‑1s and similar models), slimmer "Japan-spec" cuts tailored for Asian sizing, and regionally curated assortments sold through the official Japanese site and local retailers.

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