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CDG Homme piece we have at the shop, early 2010s. Black knit body with a contrasting grey wool sleeve — classic Kawakubo construction where the garment feels like two pieces assembled into one. The collar sits really well, mother of pearl buttons throughout.

Shot on a friend here in Barcelona in natural light — felt like the right way to show how it actually wears.

Happy to answer any questions or share more detail shots.

I am 6"4 280lbs and usually wear a 40x34, and I am looking to get my first pair of Kapital jeans. The photo is the specific style I like. I am located in Minneapolis, and I am not aware of anywhere that has Kapital available to try on.

There are sizes that should fit me available on COJP, but I would like to find somewhere cheaper, because if I did my math right thats more than double what they go for in japan. I am open to buying used but I can't find any sizes close to mine online.

Any advice on how to find a good pair and how to pick the right size would be appreciated

£75 via bank transfer or PayPal (whatever you are more comfortable with)

Measurements:

Tagged Size: S

Fits: S/M perfectly

Pit-to-pit: 19.5”

Length: 25”

Sleeve Length: 8.5”

Shoulder Width: 19”

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Hi everyone,

I recently picked up this Yohji Yamamoto jacket. Its a piece from the Fall/Winter 1996 women’s runway i think. It’s a stunning garment, and I managed to snag it for an incredible price.

However, I’m having some second thoughts about the silhouette. The jacket has a very pronounced nipped-in waist and a hourglass shape. While I’m usually comfortable wearing genderless or unisex clothing, my family has pointed out that it looks verry "feminine" on me.

Here is my dilemma:

Im not trying to make a specific gender statement. I try to think beyond the binary entirely. I want to style this as a kind of dystopian uniform, or more like body architecture.

Does the cinched waist work for a dystopian, avant-garde look, or does it lean too far into traditional feminine tailoring?

If this was SOMEHOW an XL I would have grabbed it instantly, as a beginner issey collector it’s a beautiful blazer. I’m thinking of going back and buying it for my girlfriend but 165 euros is a bit steel given I’m seeing some sold online for 320.

We have just received 2 pieces from the Japanese label CANTATE, a trucker jacket with splatter treatment & a Denim Straight Trousers, 1950s 501XX as a point of departure.. Honestly we love it.. Thoughts??

Had to post this 3 times cause I suck at reddit… sorry.

Might’ve done some things… super stoked on the 3 shirts/tops. The black Issey is a vintage piece from 1991 (my birth year!) that I found at 2nd Street.

Full haul top to bottom, left to right:

1991 Issey Miyake Men Black Long Sleeve

Kapital Bones Sakura Short Sleeve

IM MEN Itajime Shirt

Seiko x Nano Universe men’s/women’s watches (Cartier Tank inspired[dupe])

Y’s for Men trousers

IM MEN 2 way pant

Kapital bandadas & socks

Will keep you posted on further finds, let me know if you have any questions!

My God I love Samurai Jeans.

I think this pair cements them at the top of my list of Japanese denim brands.

Their attention to detail is amazing. The denim itself is a work of art. Yes, a bit stiff (I had to get my wrench out to loosen the button holes again lol 🔧). Yes a bit crunchy. But they are already softening up. The richness of that indigo is to die for. I love the artwork on the patch too.

These are their Slim Straight cut, which I love. These are a W33 and I'm 175cm and about 78kg for reference. At a 36" inseam, I will be getting these hemmed at some stage. I know a lot of you love the double cuff - in my case it's a quadruple cuff 😅 I don't like all that bulk at my boots.

My first pair of Samurai's was there S211AX 18oz. I feel like I didn't do them justice. I'll be taking much better care of these 💪

Went to Japan for the first time this April and managed to get everything I wanted from Kapital, Buzz Rickson’s, Sugar Cane, and Real McCoys.

EDIT: Since I’m seeing a lot of questions about the pieces and prices I’ll do my best to break everything down

Denim Jackets:

Kapital Century Denim Westerner No.5, No.7 ~40,000 JPY pre tax discount

Kapital Raw Denim Westerner 1-Wash ~25,000 JPY

Kapital Century Type I No.9 ~ 60,000 JPY pre tax discount

Kapital Denim Gold Rush Drizzler Jacket ~ 60,000 JPY pre tax discount

Sugar Cane 14.25oz. BLACK DENIM JACKET 1953 AGED MODEL - SC15650H ~ 31,000 JPY

Other Jackets:

Buzz Rickson’s** **Lot No. BR14870 / Type L-2B ~ 72,000 JPY pre tax discount

Kapital Rain Camo Track Jacket ~ 31,000 JPY pre tax discount

Needles Black Cowboy Jacket ~ 30,000 JPY pre tax discount

Sweaters:

Jackman Cotton Burgendy Knit Sweater ~ 15,000 JPY pre tax discount

Kapital Kapsize Rule Hoodie ~ 27,000 JPY I think

Pants:

Kapital Century Denim Cisco No.5 ~ 35,000 JPY pre tax discount

Needles Track Pants ~ 21,000 JPY pre tax discount

Momotaro Selvedge jeans ~ 33,000 JPY

KAPITAL Patchwork Denim Pants ~ 25,000 JPY

OrSlow Dad 100 Jeans ~ 23,000 JPY pre tax discount

And wander Nylon Pants ~ 25,000 JPY pre tax discount

Bags:

Vintage LV Boston Keepall Bag Bandouliere 45L ~ 70,000 JPY pre tax discount

Porter Force Shoulder Bag Small ~ 35,000 JPY

Porter Crag 2Way Bag Khaki ~ 60,000 JPY

Dakota Leather Crossbody Bag ~ 40,000 JPY

Accessories:

Kapital Socks and Bandanas were like 2,500 - 3,200 JPY each

Real McCoys Bandanas and Socks were like 3,000 JPY (Their socks are amazing btw)

Slow Japan Western Belt ~ 14,000 JPY pre tax discount (literally better quality than Our Legacy belt at half the price)

Kapital Oiled Leather Studded Disco Buckle Belt ~ 20,000 JPY pre tax discount

Hi guys!

just bought SDA D-1937 and just wondering if the fit is too big for me or is it just in my head

normally i wear 34 on any other jeans but decided to size up to 36 because 34 was a bit too tight on my waist. the staff told me that 34 might work bcs they will stretch a bit but I was scared of the shrinkage after washing.

now i am second guessing myself with 36....

Kapital + Japan Blue Jeans + Momotaro

One of my friends traveled to Japan in early April, and had asked me to recommend some secondhand stores in Tokyo. Originally, this list was made for him, but I decided to upload it here as well (i know, no one asked, but why not).

For context - I am based in Tokyo and most of my clothes is thrifted. These are the places that I personally recommend, and it's not a comprehensive guide. Just a list of my favorite stores (the ones I like the most are underlined).

I have 3-4 go-to stores, but would love to learn about new places, so if you have some recs, let me know.