Kaptain Sunshine

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Kaptain Sunshine was founded in Tokyo by former publisher Shinsuke Kojima. The brand specializes in creating clothing with a vintage-inspired aesthetic, drawing inspiration from vintage workwear, military clothing, and traditional Japanese garments. Kaptain Sunshine uses premium materials and construction techniques to ensure their pieces last a lifetime, all crafted with meticulous attention to detail and a focus on functionality.

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Relaxed fit trousers cut from a linen and silk fabric woven in a classic irregular mesh structure. The lightweight cloth has a cool hand and airy feel. Designed with a mid rise, double pleats and half lining.

Made in Japan
78% Linen, 22% Silk
Ash Grey

Shoecut Slacks Linen Silk Mesh

Relaxed fit jacket cut from a heavy oxford fabric woven with cotton warp and thick hemp weft at a high density. The fabric is repeatedly washed without tension to create volume and a soft structure, then garment dyed for a vintage appearance. Designed with four flap pockets.

Made in Japan
54% Cotton, 46% Hemp
Brown

Cotton Hemp Hunt Jacket Heavy Oxford

Relaxed fit trousers cut from cotton linen voile gabardine woven with tightly twisted FINX Egyptian extra-long staple cotton and Belgian linen. Garment dyed for a washed, natural appearance. Designed with a zip, elasticated side waist and chin flap closure.

Made in Japan
70% Cotton, 30% Linen
Black

Gaba. Zip Blouson Finx Linen Voile Gabadine

Relaxed fit shirt cut from a super lightweight cotton gauze with a soft, airy hand and gentle volume. Designed with a regular collar and a boxy straight hem.

MAde in Japan
100% Cotton
Indigo


Plain SS Shirt Super Light Cotton Gauze

Relaxed fit spring knit made from a cotton and Japanese paper blend. The tightly twisted yarn gives the fabric a dry touch and crisp texture. Hand-frame knitted with a seamless shoulder construction and finished with product dyeing.

Made in Japan
73% Cotton, 27% Japanese Paper
Ash Grey


Cotton Washi Hand Frame P/O Knit

Relaxed half sleeve crewneck T-shirt cut from ultra-fine Super180’s merino wool jersey. The washable wool fabric is made from very fine yarn, offering a soft and lightweight feel with natural temperature regulation.

Made in Japan
100% Wool
Navy

Super Soft Merino Tenjiku Half-sleeve Tee

Relaxed fit jacket cut from an ultra high-density cotton nylon twill with cotton warp and nylon weft. The fabric is treated with a water-repellent finish and features a roll-in hood, leather back pleats and leather trim.

Made in Japan
65% Cotton, 35% Nylon. Lining: 54% Rayon, 46% Cotton
Espresso


Hunter Jacket Water Repellent Twill Cloth

Relaxed regular-collar shirt cut from a high-density cotton and silk cloth woven with 120/2 extra-long staple cotton. Slowly woven on an old-fashioned loom, then washed and sun-dried for a soft texture with a light volume. Finished with a single chest pocket and a striped pattern.

Made in Japan
79% Cotton, 21% Silk
Ink Black

Regular Collar Shirt Stripe Washed Cotton Silk

Painter Pants cut from a heavy oxford fabric woven at high density with cotton warp and thick hemp weft. Dyed with traditional Japanese ink and persimmon tannin, the fabric is repeatedly washed without tension to achieve natural volume and a soft, textured hand. Designed with a relaxed fit and unlined construction.

Made in Japan
54% Cotton, 46% Hemp
Sumi

Cotton Hemp Painter Pants

This jacket is cut from a heavy oxford fabric woven at high density with cotton warp and thick hemp weft. Dyed using traditional Japanese methods with ink and persimmon tannin, the fabric is repeatedly washed without tension to create natural volume and texture. The jacket features a wool lining, ribbed wool trim, and a relaxed fit.

Made in Japan
54% Cotton, 46% Hemp
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Cotton Hemp Hoody Jacket

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A new sneaker commissioned by Wakouwa to promote the concept of “Scientific Shoe Fitting.” Designed with careful attention to material texture, color balance, and rubber feel, it faithfully recalls 1960s Japanese craftsmanship. Built on an original cushioned sole for enhanced comfort and everyday wearability.

Made by Wakouwa
100% Cotton
Navy

KS Derby Cap Toe

Trousers in ultra-high-density drill cloth, woven from thickly twisted Finks cotton yarns. The fabric is washed for a moderate luster and firm texture. Designed with double in-pleats, side buckle adjusters, and a regular tapered fit.

Made in Japan
100% Cotton
Khaki

Cotton Drill Wide Military Khakis

Shirt in premium corduroy woven from extra-long staple Suvin cotton, using only the finest long fibers for a smooth touch. Features a relaxed fit, standard collar, patch chest pocket, button closure, buttoned cuffs, and a curved hem. One-wash finish.

Made in Japan
100% Cotton
Almond

Suvin Corduroy Regular Collared Shirt