The Japanese government's JAPAN SUI COLLECTION project made its European debut in Paris in March 2026, showcasing Living National Treasure lacquerwork, Sendai Tansu cabinets, and a Junko Koshino fashion show at Le Royal Monceau. Here's how 'Sui', Japan's philosophy of refined elegance, captivated 200 European leaders.
Kyoto University professor Naoko Tosa showcased "disaster-prevention fashion" made from fire-resistant materials at Japan Society during New York Fashion Week. Her fusion of art, technology, and disaster preparedness is capturing global attention as a uniquely Japanese innovation.
Japanese fashion brand MIYOKO unveils its latest collection in New York during Fashion Week 2026, transforming traditional kimono fabrics—including Yuki-tsumugi, Ojiya-tsumugi, Hon-Shiozawa, and Yuzen—into 14 contemporary garments. Backed by 50 years of craftsmanship, the brand showcases Japanese textile heritage on a global stage at Manhattan's historic St. Bartholomew's Church.
White furisode, once dismissed as too plain for a celebration, are back in a way the kimono trade calls the biggest revival in about half a century. Social media, the way white bounces light onto the face, and a shift in Gen Z taste all play a part. White topped the color rankings again for the 2026 ceremonies.
Workwear built for Japanese construction sites now sells as everyday fashion. Workman's shift toward general shoppers, and what performance, price, and design each contributed to the boom.
Louis Vuitton revives its first-ever wristwatch, the 1988 "LV I" and "LV II," in a 188-piece limited edition called the Louis Vuitton Montre. It keeps Gae Aulenti's pebble-shaped design while adding a white grand feu enamel dial and an in-house automatic movement. A look at the reissue and its specifications.
UNIQLO's Pokemon 30th anniversary UT collection went on sale March 23, 2026, using the original watercolour artwork from the 1996 games untouched. Ten designs in all, five men's and five kids', covering the starters (Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle), Pikachu, Snorlax, Gengar, Eevee and more. ¥1,990 men's, ¥990 kids', with matching prints across both lines.
Discover why fashion subscription services are booming in Japan, with AnotherADdress reaching about 370,000 members. Learn about the appeal of clothing rental over buying, closet space solutions, environmental benefits, and cost-effectiveness of Japan's growing fashion subscription market.