SPECIAL
Special articles by the NiEW editorial staff


His hobby is fantasy. Kenta Kobayashi of bicycle specialty store “tempra cycle” gives shape to “what I want to do”.

Hirofumi Kurino’s Vision: Embracing “Beyond Elitism” and the Future of Fashion

Beyond the Mainstream: Hirofumi Kurino Explores New Horizons in Modern Fashion

Interview with Kenya Okuno about “adress,” golf apparel created by a professional skateboarder

Fumitaka Takebayashi, owner of a golf select store, talks about the similarities between golf and business.

TAMATAMA FESTIVAL 2023: A Snapshot of the Pop Culture Phenomenon with 40,000 Enthusiasts

Yuya, who works with Dr. Martens and Tenshin Nasukawa, puts his gratitude into words

An unusual barbershop. What is Takadanobaba’s “isel”, which takes on challenges such as introducing subscription.

What is the appeal of horse racing, music, and chocolate that multifaceted model Sakura Yokose is addicted to?

Starting from soccer study abroad and now a manga artist. Cultural figure Kenta Kojima talks about the secret to surviving in Tokyo.

Jewelry designer Naho Okamoto was inspired to create her own brand because of her metal allergies.

The “AKIRA” T-shirt is part of costume designer Tsuyoshi Takahashi’s identity.

A Sense of Balance Important to Ryusuke Eda of the Fashion Brand “bal”

Went to Daikanyama in 5th grade. RK, a photographer who creates a buzz on Instagram, has been highly sensitive since childhood.

Winiche & Co.’s KATSU on the Emotional Memories Hidden in Collecting Things

Shogo of Koenji’s “Fukamidori” vintage clothing store breaks new ground with all the affirmations.

Mikio Sakabe sheds light on the unique identity of ‘grounds’ footwear
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