Designer, Sacai
Having trained in pattern-cutting at the directional Comme des Garçons, Sacai’s founder and creative director has won a strong following with her fluid, multi-dimensional designs.
Co-Founder & Senior Adviser for Creative Direction, United Arrows
The retail veteran co-founded one of Japan’s most buzzed-about fashion retailers, stocking brands like Comme des Garçons.
Designer, Undercover
The Japanese designer and rulebreaker has brought his conceptual eye to collaborations with brands like Nike and Uniqlo.
Designer, Junya Watanabe
Inspired by both traditional and techno fabrics, the experimental designer was a protégé of Rei Kawakubo of Comme des Garçons, where his label lives.
Founder, Wonderwall
The innovative architect is favoured for his bright, futuristic, pop art-influenced designs for stores like Uniqlo and Colette.
Stylist; Creative Director, Nicopanda
The superstylist is known for his irreverent youth-driven imagery, social media fluency and work for Diesel and Uniqlo.
Founder, Comme des Garçons
Fashion’s most celebrated contrarian has attracted a global cult following for her spirited belief in unadulterated creation.
Actor
The Academy Award-nominated Japanese actor has appeared in magazine editorials and campaigns for Parisian brand Kenzo.
Founder & President, Fast Retailing & Uniqlo
He has grown his Japanese mass market clothing company into a group that has owns contemporary labels like J Brand and Theory.
Designer, Yohji Yamamoto
The influential Japanese designer, known for masterful tailoring and directional cuts, has collaborated with Adidas and Hermès.
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