80th Anniversary Event Held at Isetan Shinjuku Main Building 1F | YOSHIDA Gallery
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August 16, 2015

80th Anniversary Event Held at Isetan Shinjuku Main Building 1F | YOSHIDA Gallery

<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE"
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"adidas Originals"</strong> To commemorate YOSHIDA KABAN's 80th anniversary, original Stan Smiths were created. Part of the upper uses the same nylon twill fabric as the Tanker series, with an orange goat leather lining. A special model featuring shoelaces inspired by the Tanker series cords. The new navy color uses nubuck leather, drawing attention to its exquisite, casually elevated hue. Purchasing at YOSHIDA KABAN product retailers includes a PORTER-made drawstring bag for storing the shoes.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"fragment design"</strong> Items from fragment design, Hiroshi Fujiwara's design project, utilize "Cuben Fiber," a special fabric made by laminating lightweight yet strong threads. Its appeal lies in its excellent material, boasting high durability despite its semi-transparent appearance. Three types are available: a backpack, a Boston bag, and a tote bag.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"engineered garments"</strong>
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"LOCOWOOD UMBRELLAS"</strong> An original umbrella was commissioned from the emerging London brand "LOCKWOOD UMBRELLAS." Made with YOSHIDA KABAN's original camouflage nylon twill and a leather strap, it's designed for easy portability. A special item that includes an original design canvas umbrella case.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"Maehara Kouei Shoten"</strong> An original folding umbrella was commissioned from the long-established umbrella maker Maehara Kouei Shoten. The umbrella itself uses the same nylon twill material as the Tanker series, and is meticulously crafted one by one by artisans with exceptional skills, from fabric cutting to sewing. A matching umbrella case made of the same material by YOSHIDA KABAN artisans is included.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"michael lau"</strong> An original figure was commissioned from the world-renowned toy artist Michael Lau. This special 12-inch figure, fitting for the 80th anniversary, features his signature proportions, charming face, detailed joints, and meticulously finished clothing, all crafted by a highly skilled factory. It depicts him holding two bags shaped like "8" and "0," and comes with a dedicated box and display stand. Additionally, a tote bag designed by Lau himself, inspired by shopping bags, will also be available.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"MISSONI"</strong> This collaboration with the esteemed Italian maison MISSONI is a capsule collection combining MISSONI's original knitwear with YOSHIDA KABAN's original fabric. Gold metal parts add a luxurious accent. Three types are available: a backpack, a Boston bag, and a tote bag.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"M/M (Paris)"</strong> Items from the Paris-based creative unit M/M Paris form an artistic capsule collection featuring their iconic "WORLD OF M/M" graphic print throughout. Three types are available: a backpack, a Boston bag, and a tote bag.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"PAUL SMITH"</strong> Items from the British fashion brand Paul Smith feature contrasting colors characteristic of the brand, with the orange color being a homage to YOSHIDA KABAN. Includes an original shoehorn. Three types are available: a backpack, a 3-way brief case, and a waist bag.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"RYAN GANDER"</strong> This collaboration with the globally acclaimed contemporary artist Ryan Gander features a tote bag expressing his tagging through special laser processing. The design on the bag represents the onomatopoeia for opening an emergency door from Gander's children's book, "The Boy Who Always Looked Up."
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"Ryota Aoki"</strong> A dedicated case was produced for Ryota Aoki's signature Golden Porcelain Cups and Silver Porcelain Cups. The cups are fired using white clay kneaded with glaze, then meticulously coated with pure gold and pure silver before being fired again, resulting in a metallic finish. Limited to 80 pieces worldwide, each with a serial number. The dedicated case, carefully crafted by artisans specializing in small leather goods, is a masterpiece born from trial and error to perfectly store the cups.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"SHISEIDO MEN"</strong> A travel kit, themed around "travel"—one of YOSHIDA KABAN's core manufacturing concepts—was co-developed with "SHISEIDO MEN." This set includes a skincare kit for maintaining healthy skin anywhere on a journey, and a dedicated pouch for organized storage. The travel kit's packaging is a special edition in rescue orange, commemorating the 80th anniversary.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE" <strong>"STONE ISLAND"</strong> Items from the Italian high-end outdoor brand STONE ISLAND utilize two of Stone Island's signature original textiles. One is a polypropylene canvas fabric so light it floats on water, and the other is a nylon metal material with a unique luster. This special capsule collection, featuring Stone Island's iconic patches and snap buttons, includes a backpack, a Boston bag, and a shoulder bag.
<strong>YOSHIDA | YOSHIDA KABAN</strong><br />YOSHIDA KABAN 80th Anniversary Event "YOSHIDA 80th ANNIVERSARY THE STAGE"
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YOSHIDA Gallery Hosts 80th Anniversary Event at Isetan Shinjuku Main Building 1F

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