Popular jeans shop Right-On has teamed up with the anime and manga series Haikyu!! for a new collaboration. Apparel preorders are open until December 19, and select Right-On stores will begin selling the new merch on December 27, 2021. 

Haikyu!! Print Long T-shirt (Karasuno High School) 

Haikyu!! Print Long T-shirt (Nekoma High School)

Haikyu!! Print Sweatshirt (Fukurodani Academy)

Haikyu!! Printed Hoodie (Inarizaki High School)

This is the second collaboration between the two. The first round of merch was only available online and included hoodies and sweatshirts showing off popular scenes from the series.

The concept for this project is ‘personal clothes for a day off,’ and each character from the Haikyu!! series is shown wearing the new merch in illustrations on the official website. Fans of the series can grab the same top their favorite character is rocking, making this a can’t-miss for Haikyu otaku. 

In addition to apparel, acrylic coasters and desktop calendars featuring the characters in their new outfits will be available during the sales period. Those making a purchase will also snag an original sticker.

In 2022, pop-up stores selling apparel and merch will open in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya for a limited time. 

©古舘春一／集英社・「ハイキュー!!」製作委員会・MBS

Naomi Osaka is one of the fiercest young athletes in sports today. Now a four-time Grand Slam singles champion, she’s caught the attention of aspiring athletes all over the world with her authenticity and skill. Now, she’s teaming up with Levi’s® to release a new collection, available at select stores in Japan beginning August 24. The pieces will also be sold at the official online store. 

Crystal Fringe Short : ¥33,000 (Tax Included)

Lace-Up Short : ¥19,800 (Tax Included)

Trucker Jacket Bustier: ¥24,200 (Tax Included)

Denim Kimono : ¥40,500 (Tax Included)

The collection utilizes vintage or upcycled denim to capture Osaka’s preferred silhouette, with each piece utilizing her unique designs based in femininity and sportiness. 

The Denim Kimono is a respectful homage to traditional Japanese culture. “I loved wearing kimono as a child,” Osaka commented. “I thought if I included one made of denim in the collection, it would be super unexpected and surprising.” 

This collection also includes two denim shorts: the Lace-Up Short is sportier, and is a clever reimagining of the classic Levi’s® denim shorts. They feature cutouts above the knees, a feminine lace-up back, and were made from upcycled men’s Levi’s® jeans. For those wanting something more girly, the Crystal Fringe Short features a collection of shimmering fringe gracefully dropping down the sides of the cut-off pants. 

Rounding out the collection is the Trucker Jacket Bustier, a denim bustier with a lace-up back. This is a remake of the Levi’s® trucker jacket, cut in the traditional corset style with classic lines, flap pockets, and recognizable buttons. “When I was sketching, the idea of the bustier came to me and I absolutely loved it. Now that it’s been made and is actually real, it’s so much cuter than I imagined. I love it even more!” Osaka commented. 

This blend of sporty and feminine makes the collection a perfect shoutout to Naomi Osaka’s rich heritage. Most importantly, the collection is made from vintage and upcycled denim, breathing new life into already existing Levi’s® items and reducing impact on the environment. “Sustainability initiatives are important to me. What I love most about the collection is how responsibly the pieces were made,” the tennis star said. 

Which of these four pieces would you like to rock this summer? 

JAPAN DENIM, a Japanese denim company formed of both Japanese and non-Japanese designers, has announced that it will open a limited-time pop-up shop at GINZA SIX in Ginza, Tokyo from August 26 to September 22.

This is the second pop-up shop that JAPAN DENIM has opened at GINZA SIX. The brand was first launched in March 2019 by Acces. Co., Ltd. It is lauded for its focus on high level design, quality, concept, and affordable pricing by both the wealthy clients of the rich Ginza area as well as foreign visitors and tourists.

JAPAN DENIM is also collaborating with numerous other distinguished international brands this time around too, including DENHAM.

If you’re in Tokyo for summer, don’t miss out on their exclusive line-up.

Japanese jeans select shop Right-on is now taking pre-orders for their new “Denim Masks” which are made using “wash denim.”

Denim Mask – ¥1,290 (Before Tax)

“Washi Denim” is a material used in Right-on’s private brand “BACK NUMBER” which has sold over 450,00 products. The inside of the mask is antibacterial and odor-resistant, protecting the masks from yellowing as a result of staphylococcus. The fabric is also cool touch and so can be used for the hot weather too. And of course the mask can be washed.

The straps on the side have an adjuster so you can fit it to you face.

The top of the nose part is cut to make the mask fit better so it can be worn comfortable for long periods of time.