Kanebo Fashion Division

A tailoring tradition established by Tokujiro Nakamura after WWII, defining post-war Japanese men's suit craftsmanship. The technique combines three-dimensional cutting that follows body movement with hand-stitching, merging Western tailoring expertise with Japanese craftsmanship. It became the gold standard for luxury menswear manufacturing and has long supported Japanese business culture.

Edo komon patterns, established during the Edo period, feature extremely fine geometric designs. Favored by samurai and expressing sophistication and aesthetic refinement, they represent Edo merchant culture. Dozens of classical patterns such as squares and arrow designs continue to be passed down, influencing not only kimono but also modern fashion.

A lifestyle brand founded by Ryōhin Keikaku in 1980. Based on the concept of 'simplicity and functionality,' it eliminates unnecessary packaging and decoration. Offering a wide range of products from clothing to furniture, its simple, functional aesthetic is embraced globally. Recognized as emblematic of Japanese minimalism.

A youth fashion culture that flourished primarily in Shibuya during the 1990s. Characterized by tanned skin, light-colored hair, and bold makeup and nails, it spawned extreme styles such as ganguro and yamanba. Its free spirit challenging existing beauty standards represents an important movement in Japanese fashion history.

A collective term for traditional Japanese garments including kimono, yukata, hakama, and haori. Japanese aesthetic sensibility is concentrated in the selection of fabrics and colors according to the seasons, as well as in obi tying techniques. Essential attire for life milestones and ceremonies such as Coming of Age Day, weddings, and tea gatherings, it remains deeply rooted in contemporary Japanese culture.

A traditional Japanese garment worn over kimono around the waist. Developed as formal samurai attire, it is now popular as the standard graduation outfit for women. Also worn in kendo, kyudo, and by Shinto priests, its dignified silhouette embodies the beauty of Japanese formality.

A decorative sash wrapped around the waist to secure a kimono. Types include fukuro obi, Nagoya obi, and hanhaba obi, with numerous tying styles such as taiko-musubi and bunko-musubi. Obi woven in Nishijin or Hakata have high artistic value, serving as a crucial element of wafuku culture and the key to kimono styling.