Japan
Sneaker and Sports-inspired Fashion Brand Onitsuka Tiger Has Opened a ‘Hotel’ for Cultural Activations in Paris
The Japanese line is celebrating its 75th anniversary with the multipurpose space in the City of Light and an…
Suicoke and 13 09 SR Collaborate for Moto Slide
The accessories brand launched by Serge Ruffieux and Emilie Faure has teamed with the Japanese label.
John Elliott Tells a Military Tale in Unique Fabrics to Update Core Pieces for Men’s Spring 2025
For his denim offering, in particular, the designer decided to "push it a little bit."
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Minotti Opens Fourth Japan Store in Kobe
Known for its sleek, aspirational style, family-run luxury furnishings business Minotti turns its focus to…
Thom Browne Introduces New In-house Eyewear Line With Campaign Shot by Bruno Staub
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Weekend Max Mara Brings a Special Edition of Its Signature Pasticcino Bag to Kyoto
For the third leg of its Pasticcino Bag World Tour, the brand partnered with storied crafts ateliers in…
Chinese Shoppers Drive Luxury Sales in Japan Despite Macro Concerns
Favorable exchange rates meant they could purchase Louis Vuitton and Chanel handbags at the equivalent of a…
Kyoto’s Antiques District Now Counts a John Lobb Store
The British bootmaker chose the Shinmonzen area, which houses a concentration of retailers specializing in…
French Jewelry Label Gemmyo Steps Up International Expansion With Tokyo Store
The brand signed the lease for a 950-square-foot unit in the Shibuya area in Tokyo, slated to open in late…
CEO Talks: L.L. Bean CEO Talks Importance of Summer, U.S. Market and Tote Bags
L.L. Bean's fiscal 2023 sales were $1.7 billion, a slight decline compared to $1.8 billion for the previous…
Tokyo Exhibition Highlights LVMH Japan’s Diversity Efforts
The exhibition of portraits of creatives and LVMH executives by photographer Leslie Kee runs until May 19, as…
Beautyworld Japan Tokyo: Unparalleled Growth Since 1998
Messe Frankfurt's Julia Uherek discusses the unique features and trends of Beautyworld Japan Tokyo.
Stella McCartney Takes Sustainable Market to Japan With Isetan
It will take place in the form of an immersive exhibit on Isetan Tokyo's third floor, alongside other spaces…
Michael Kors Talks 3D Design, Social Media, Kate Middleton and Supermodels
Michael Kors spoke about his 43 years in business at an event in St. Louis on April 1.
EXCLUSIVE: Gucci Taps Japanese Figure Skater Yuzuru Hanyu as Brand Ambassador
The Japanese Olympian ventured into professional fashion portraiture at the opening exhibition of the Gucci…