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Yosuke Ishii
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Hiroshi Yamamoto
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Shuhei Wakiyama
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Yuri Sudo
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Kazuki Sakaguchi
One weekend.
Enjoyed cherry blossom viewing with friends at a campsite over a bonfire. The next day, we stopped by a sound demo held in front of Shinjuku Station in the evening, and then went to a live concert by Soul Flower Acoustic Partisans with Nanao Tabito. It was a fulfilling two days, and I was able to recharge my batteries.
Sanmont.
Sunmont Shirts
Expressive white.
It is a common thing for clothing lovers to want white shirts in the spring. Whether it is a problem at the genetic level or due to accumulated experience, or what kind of psychology is at work is a mystery, but every year when the cherry blossoms bloom, I am always looking for a white shirt. However, since this white shirt is the ultimate in simple clothing, it would be uninteresting if it were nothing special. In this case, I would like to rely on the material and details of the shirt. The one we found at "Saint-Mont" is made of a nep fabric that is a cross weave of cotton and silk. It is based on a classic work shirt and has many details such as a pocket with a flap at the chest, three needle stitches in key places, and gussets at the hems on both sides. The puckering around the stitches also plays a role in giving the garment a deep, rich look. It will look even better after being washed. Simple, but one piece will make you look good. This white shirt is the best to wear in spring.
29,700 yen
Saint-Mont
Instagram:@sanmont_official
FOUNDOUR
Founders' denim pants
Distance from Vintage.
I like vintage clothing, although I wear it less now. I started getting into it when I was in junior high school and was immersed in the vintage clothing swamp from my teens to my 20s. I used to work at a vintage clothing store, and before Huinamu, I worked as an editor for a magazine that frequently dealt with American vintage clothing. Therefore, I am proud to say that I was exposed to vintage clothing a little more than others. However, I have a tendency to be too familiar with vintage clothes, and I don't like to buy so-called "royal road" or "masterpiece" items. Similarly, I am not fond of brand-new items that are faithfully reprinted from the vintage. I prefer items that are slightly off the beaten path, or have been arranged in some way that adds an extra dimension. For example, the "Founda" denim pants are based on the 1937 model denim pants with cinch backs, but they are made of black denim, which is not found in the original. The fact that they are moderately made and prioritize silhouette, comfort, and ease of matching is also favorable. There is none of the odd stiffness that tends to plague vintage replicas. Founda's approach of incorporating a fashion point of view, without going into too much detail, is very comfortable for me nowadays.
¥41,800
founder
Instagram:@foundour_journal
foundour.com
PUMA
Puma tops and pants
A new era of tracksuits.
The image of tracksuits as loungewear goes way back. Today, tracksuits have become widely popular as fashionable street wear, and even a variety of derivative items have been developed. It has achieved a unique fashion evolution. One of the most outstanding items is the capsule collection "Project
Puma
Plus," a capsule collection by PUMA that started this season. While maintaining the design and comfort of tracksuits, such as the brand's symbolic T7 line (sideline) and jersey material, they have succeeded in creating a completely new look. The photo shows one example: the top has a roomy silhouette with a deep skipper, and the matching pants have a wide silhouette with a drawcord at the hem. The Puma icons on the left chest and left thigh are discreet and do not give a sporty impression. The side lines in the same color scheme also give a very nice, relaxed feel. It is a tracksuit that can be styled in a variety of ways, including layering.
Tops ¥14,300, Pants ¥17,600
Puma Customer Service
0120-125-150
jp.puma.com
Felisi
FELIGI leather bag
Dare to be American casual.
I had a kind of glossy image of Italian goods, and I had been away from Italian goods for a while, but when I picked up a bag from the new Ferrareggi line, "Ferrareggi", it fit easily with my current style and I thought, "This is good! I was like, "I love it! I especially like the one in the photo, with its elegant grained leather texture, tasteful brass buckle, and colonized drawstring silhouette, all of which give it a familiar feel. The adjustable shoulder length can be adjusted, but I like to keep it as short as possible and use it as a handbag. Come to think of it, more than 20 years ago, I used to dress up my entire body in vintage American clothes and match it with a "Ferreri" helmet bag. I like to wear "Ferragge" with that kind of tension, just to add a touch of American casual style to it.
¥143,000
Ferige Roppongi Hills
03-6459-2540
www.felisi.net
Mt. Fuji 100.
I will challenge 100 miles for the first time in a long time. Mt. 100". I hope it will be okay. I completed two 100km races last year, and I thought if I were going to do it this year, it would be 100 miles...but to be honest, I am worried.
Peak Performance
Peak Performance Hood Jacket
Bold prints on high-performance fabrics.
Trail running requires a backpack of around 10 liters to hold the gear needed to safely make it through the mountains, so the luggage to be stored must be lightweight and compact. The most bulky of all is the middle layer. In recent years, however, the evolution of active insulation has made it possible to reduce weight to an astonishing degree. A typical example is Alpha Direct by Polartec, known as the "father of fleece. It is highly breathable, has excellent heat retention, dries quickly, and is still lightweight. This hooded jacket from Swedish outdoor manufacturer PEAK PERFORMANCE features a bold print on Alpha Direct. A dynamic geometric pattern based on contour lines is applied throughout the jacket, differentiating it from similar products in the market. It is a design conscious product that works in the mountains and looks good in town. It will still be chilly when the sun goes down, so I thought I'd throw it in my bag for now. By the way, it weighs 200g.
28,600 yen
Peak Performance Call Center
050-1720-5897
peakperformance.com
CITY COUNTRY CITY
City Country City Shorts
Shorts to buy for adults.
In summer, I usually wear shorts. As I write this, the weather is so nice that I've decided to lift the ban on shorts for this season. I am such a shorts lover, and I am planning to make shorts my mainstay this season.
Country
I'm planning to wear the City Country's easy shorts as my main shorts for this season. The base is made of a stretchy material with excellent elasticity, making them suitable for running. The pockets on the sides and back allow me to easily store my phone, cigarettes, hand towels, and other essentials. The bag is available in five different colors to add a touch of style. From bright pink and yellow to charcoal gray, black, and blue, I would buy every color for every style.
18,700 yen
CITY COUNTRY CITY
citycountrycity-ccc.com
BILLIONAIRE BOYS CLUB
Billionaire Boys Club Cargo Pants
Cargo pants, we have started.
Basically, I like to dress conservatively. I used to wear jeans and button-down shirts every day. Because of my job, I'm convinced that in order to maintain a neutral stance, I should "keep it basic. Because of this mediocre fashion history, I have not even touched cargo pants very much. However, there are times when I do get a craving for them. I fell in love with the silhouette of these pants from the Billionaire Boys Club. The drawcord at the hem can be adjusted to change the silhouette, and the tucked-in knees allow for a full range of motion. The playful design with brand names placed throughout softens the rugged atmosphere characteristic of cargo pants. This is a fascinating item that even a me who is indifferent to military wear can easily pick up. I am thinking of making my debut in cargo pants, even if it is a little late.
¥22,770
Billionaire Boys Club
billionaireboysclub-store.com
amazfit
Amazfitt watches
The power structure may change.
I don't change watches that much. GPS watches used for running/trail running have different UIs and different operability from one brand to another. There are too many things to do just to change watches, such as finding a dial of your choice, setting necessary items for running, and so on, without getting used to the operability. After overcoming many such hassles, we arrived at "T-REX" by "Amaze Fit
3
PRO. Naoki Ishikawa, a proud Japanese mountaineer, is an ambassador for this brand. Its features include both military-grade ruggedness and elite training functions. The 44mm model boasts an astonishing battery life of 26 hours with high-precision GPS and 60 hours in long-duration mode, allowing you to run 100 miles (I estimate around 40 hours), depending on your settings. The dedicated Zepp app is also quite excellent. It manages health data, supports training using AI, and even has a simple game you can play with the watch. And yet, the price is reasonable compared to other companies' models with the same performance. We feel that "Amaze Fit" has the potential to significantly change the power structure of running watches.
¥59,900
amazefit
www.amazfit.jp
Cold.
Where did that word, kippiki, come from? Anyway, I suffered from a severe cold in the middle to the latter half of March. The most common cause of colds is viruses, of which rhinovirus seems to be by far the most common. This is a good study. By the way, our company is called Rhino.
D.C.WHITE
DC White blouson
I'm in a checking mood.
This spring and summer, I'm kind of in the mood for madras checks. However, I was thinking that it would be boring to wear only that, when I noticed this blouson from DC White. Indian madras fabric is smooth and very light. The weave is sweet, and it feels like it lets the wind blow through. I love its cheapness, but this blouson is different. The fabric used is an Italian fabric made of high quality cotton. The high-density woven fabric has good color and luster. The boxy silhouette with a wide body and short length has a very mature atmosphere. I am quite in the mood to wear it with chinos in spring. Also, my personal favorite is that the lining is white cotton. It's a perfectly self-complacent point, but I think it works strangely well. I think you can even love the way it looks when you put it down on the floor.
38,500 yen
DC White
dcwhite.shop
bal × FARAH
Bal x Farrar Pants
Casual and classy.
When buying clothes, I think everyone has a rule of thumb. For me, this means that I only want to choose clothes that can be easily washed if they are likely to come in contact with my skin. That is why I usually choose cotton or synthetic fibers. However, I thought these pants from "Bal" might fit my current mood. The pants, created in collaboration with "Farrar," have a wide silhouette typical of "Bal," and are washable, made of wool-like polyester and rayon. Moreover, the 2-way stretch and wrinkle-resistant finish make it easy to use without worrying. I tend to choose casual pants that look good with wrinkles, but I really like the balance of the wool look and this shape.
¥40,700
balcony
baloriginal.com
Leica
Leica Smartphones
The Leica debut of your dreams is on your smartphone.
Recently, I have been paying attention to the evolution of smartphone cameras; perhaps it is the evolution of AI, but I feel that image processing power is improving rapidly, and I feel that it is possible to take pictures that are not only beautiful, but also powerful. Several companies are collaborating with camera makers, and they are so powerful that it is hard to tell whether it is a smartphone with a camera or a camera with a smartphone. Among them is Xiaomi, which has been working with Leica since 2022. The smartphone is characterized by the fact that it is designed for photography. It has a triple camera with a lens ring, and until Monday, April 6, it even comes with a photography kit as an early purchase bonus. I would like to say that "Leica" is special after all. I am quite satisfied when I hold it in my hand. However, let me say one thing. The number of words "Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi" is indeed a crying need for manuscripts...!
¥249,800
Xiaomi Japan
www.mi.com
cash & barba
Cash and Barba's Cardigan
Adults' daily wear.
I don't want to overreach. But I want to be classy. Maybe it's my age, or maybe it's the times, but I find myself thinking this way more and more these days. At times like these, I turn to Cash & Barba. They take high quality materials and incorporate them into everyday wear, so you can get the goods without feeling self-conscious about it. This cardigan is just such an item. The balance of cashmere 70% and silk 30% is easy to use all year round, especially during the change of seasons like now. I love wool too, but it has a different elegance. It's cheating.... Another important point is that it is a cardigan. I haven't worn sleeves at all in recent years, but it changes my mood quite a bit. In spring and summer, I tend to focus on shirts, but how about wearing one instead this year?
¥39,600
existence
03-6412-8217
cashbarba.com
It's something, you know.
A drama that is controversial is a good drama. Winter no something, Spring no something" was a drama that truly lived up to that statement. For me personally, I watched the film with an uneasy feeling of being both stroked and affirmed by my memories of the past. It was amazing that a drama that was supposed to be a cut-and-dried affair could become so rich in flavor... I will enter April with the irony that people who leave a drama after one episode probably won't be able to watch the movie all the way through. Hehe.
MAISON et VOYAGE
Maison et Voyages pajama shirt
From the bedroom to a walk on the beach.
A shirt is a shirt, but I like pajama shirts. The name suggests that they have a limited number of usage scenarios, and I like the fact that many of them are in nouveau patterns and colors. While digging through old and new shirts alike, I found one at Maison et Voyages that had the right balance.
I found a vintage pajama shirt at Maison et Voyages. The shirt is based on a vintage pajama shirt, so the classic collar is retained, but the size is more relaxed, in keeping with today's mood. The material is high-density cotton poplin with just the right amount of luster and bounce. A “pajama shirt”.
But of course, it can also be used in everyday life. It would be great to wear it with chino shorts and loafers for a fresh look. It comes in a total of four colors. The shirt is also available in green and yellow, which is perfect for the warm weather we have been having recently. Casual clothes are also in the hands of "Maison et Voyage.
Maison et Voyages' handcrafting can make even casual clothes look this luxurious.
¥49,500
Maison et Voyages Azabudai Hills
03-5797-8515
Jimmy Fairly
Jimmy Fairley Eyewear
The grace of subtraction.
Sometimes products are created by addition, but this one is definitely the opposite. It is a gem created by subtraction. Jimmy Fairly is a French brand born in 2010. Based on the concept of “affordable luxury,” the brand offers eyewear of high quality at a price range that is easy on the wallet. This season's lineup is the "Belmont" model that really caught my eye. Finished in stainless steel, it has a light yet minimalistic beauty. The shape is oval-shaped. As a matter of hand, I have a thin and round face, so if it is too iconic, the eyewear would defeat me, but this model has no problem. While blending in without discomfort, it gives off a much more intellectual atmosphere. The rims are decorated with a small motif, adding a subtle touch of individuality. The price is in the 20,000 yen range. And they come with blue light cutoff. These new products just landed in Japan last year, so keep an eye out for them in the future.
¥24,900
wecare@jimmyfairly.com
ts(s)
T.S.S. Jacket
The best solution for adult selfishness.
As I enter my thirties, I have a new concern about what to wear. I don't want to wear only old clothes. But I also don't want to wear clothes that are too formal. We have found the best solution to this problem. This is the summer corduroy jacket shirt that "ts(s)" is offering this season. It is thinner, has thinner ridges, and is softer than regular corduroy. Therefore, it can be worn as a jacket and looks great on its own. The gentle purple color is exquisite and gives the shirt a mature look. It has large pockets on both sides, so you can go out for a short walk with just this one piece. I want to wear it beautifully, but I also look forward to seeing the way it will wear out. I want to wear it beautifully, but I also look forward to it getting a little worn out. I want to welcome spring with this one piece of clothing, while also holding on to my luxurious conflicts.
¥53,900
T.S.S. Daikanyama Store
03-5939-8090
notsohardwork.com/tss.html
court ladies' residence (in the inner Heian Palace)
Portable radios from Shinkogeisha
The embodiment of alternatives.
There are good and bad things about social networking, but I buy into the fact that it offers something outside of my realm. My encounter with Shinkogeisha was just such a case. My first impression was that the 3D printer-based products were both strange and compelling. I was particularly interested in this portable radio. The speaker grille is made by a technique called "weaving over" and I was attracted by its uniformity and its cute, rounded shape. The handle is made by heat bending, and the letters are written in a single stroke Gcode font. As you can see from their other products, Shinkogeisha is a manufacturer that specializes in using 3D printers to take things that are familiar to everyone and transform them into new ways of seeing. We look forward to seeing what they will continue to create in the swell of the times.
33,000 yen
court ladies' residence (in the inner Heian Palace)
www.shinkogeisha.com
DROP BASS NOT BOMBS.
The event was held on March 29 (Sun.) at Shinjuku Station Southeast Exit Plaza.protest raveI participated in the "Japan International Forum for the 21st Century" (JIF). The venue was filled with the sound of heavy bass and many people gathered with placards in hand to protest against Prime Minister Takaichi and President Trump. Witnessing the solidarity under the music, I realized the power of house and techno as level music, which I usually listen to for dancing.
BODE
Bodhi's Racket Sleeve
Classic equipment for a gentleman's sport.
I played hard tennis for six years in junior high and high school. Due to the hurdles of reserving courts and scheduling with friends, I have not had much opportunity to play recently, but a certain tennis racket shoot has rekindled my enthusiasm. However, all the tennis equipment I have is what I used to use when I was a student, and to be honest, it's lame.... I was thinking that I would like to buy new equipment little by little, when I visited “BODE Tokyo,” which opened in Yoyogi Uehara in February this year.
I found a nice racket sleeve at "BODE Tokyo" which opened in Yoyogi Uehara in February this year. This one is decorated with the word "BODE" in needlepoint, based on a vintage sleeve. The jacquard weave, with its uneven surface and thick fabric, gives it a classy look befitting a gentleman's sport. The bold use of red and blue colors and the dull gold-like hue of the metal fittings are both excellent. The handmade embroidery on the back pocket shows the brand's typical craft element from knot to knot. The ability to hold three tennis balls is also a nice point. Nowadays, tennis wear made of synthetic fibers is the mainstream, but it looks good with classic tennis styles such as polo shirts and tilden knits.
33,000 yen
Bodhi.
bode.com
AURALEE
Oralee shoulder bag
Like an accessory.
As we start to wear lighter and lighter clothing, we tend to keep our outfits simple. This is when you need to incorporate accessories into your styling. Bags and caps can add a touch of color to simple outfits. This is where the shoulder bag from "Auralee" caught our attention. I had an image of a rough military-derived bonsack and a juvenile image of a pool bag, but they brilliantly betrayed my image. The thin leather strap, thick leather handle, and white stitching on the handle give it an elegant impression. It is hard to see in the photo, but the leather piping on the bottom is also very thoughtful. The lime yellow body and bright beige leather give a light impression, perfect for spring. It can be worn over the shoulder or wrapped around the hand like a drawstring. At 19 cm high and 13 cm wide, it is small enough to be worn like an accessory. Incidentally, the production was commissioned to "Aeta. No wonder it has a classy finish.
60,500 yen
O'Rally.
auralee.com
DIGAWEL
Digawell sweatshirts
Sweatshirts are the mainstay of spring.
The cherry blossoms are in full bloom and spring has finally arrived. It is almost time to start wearing outerwear. However, it is still a bit chilly in shirts and long T-shirts, so sweatshirts are just right. And, compared to knitwear, easy-care items are easy to care for, so you don't have to be nervous when you wear them. So I was looking for a sweatshirt that would look good even when worn alone. I picked up a piece from ’Digawell," which has this season's theme of "American casual" as seen from Italy. The distinctive design of the neck represents an 80's American college sweatshirt with a reverse-weave body, which was brought to Italy as second-hand clothing and modified locally. The skipper-like shape and white gusset accent the white, creating a simple yet playful finish that is typical of "Digawell. The colorful blue has a strong presence, and is sure to be a mainstay sweatshirt for the spring season.
¥20,900
Digawell.
store.digawel.com
OHG Scent Research
Room Spray from Otaki Perfumery
Green scent mood.
Scenting is a way to refresh and relax. I used to burn incense when reading a book, working, or when I wanted to refresh myself. Recently, however, I have found that the fragrance is a little too strong for burning in my room, so I have refrained from using it. It seems to be just right in a large space like a store, where people come and go and the space is properly ventilated, but for use in a room, a room spray would be just right. While I was thinking this, I came across this bottle at the Otaki Useful Plant Garden. It is a room spray from the "OHG Scent Research" fragrance product line, created by Rei Horie, a distiller who produces the craft gin "HOLON. Based on research conducted in the garden's perfumery, the relationship between the color of plants and their fragrance was pursued. The fragrance is refreshing and earthy, with earth, coolness, and tranquility as its keywords. I love the smell of the mountains and the damp earthy smell of early morning grass at festivals, so perhaps it was inevitable that I was drawn to this fragrance. Unlike incense, you don't have to dispose of the ashes, and it is also nice to be able to use it before going to bed by putting a drop on your pillow or bed sheets.
¥4,800
Otaki Useful Plant Garden
otaki-herbgarden.jp
