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A New Era of Fashion: Tani and Kurumi Wakagi's Wabi Sabi Collection

In an exciting union of comfort and artistic expression, premium comfort wear brand Tani has unveiled a limited edition collaboration with contemporary artist Kurumi Wakagi. This unique offering, titled the Wabi Sabi Collection, takes inspiration from the Japanese aesthetic of finding beauty in the natural, the imperfect, and the ephemeral. With Tani's commitment to creating the ultimate daily wear, this collection presents a new concept that merges fashion with personal storytelling.

A Journey of Customization

The standout feature of the Wabi Sabi Collection is its engaging customization experience. Unlike traditional clothing, these t-shirts empower wearers to become creators of their own narratives. Each piece comes with eight assorted action motifs that can be ironed onto the shirt at your choice of location, allowing you to craft a one-of-a-kind story through fashion. The base designs are inspired by nature’s contrasts: the Horizontal model represents the serene calm of the sea, while the Vertical model reflects the majestic strength of mountains. Wearers can select their preferred scenery as a backdrop for their personal journey.

Innovative and Eco-Friendly Material

The canvas for this artistic endeavor is a pioneering fabric blend of cotton and corn-derived fibers (Sorona®). This light, stretchable material boasts a Q Max Factor of 0.16, providing a cooling sensation that stays refreshing even in the hottest weather. The collection is a product of a collaboration among Japan's top creative networks, originating with design work in Kyoto. Highly detailed printing techniques from Tokyo and precise sewing from a specialized line in Mie come together to create this contemporary, high-quality limited edition.

Profile of Artist Kurumi Wakagi

Born in 1985 in Hokkaido, Kurumi Wakagi resides in Kyoto and has established a distinctive style that combines printmaking with body expression and digital technology. Her artistic accolades include the Okamoto Taro Award at the 12th Okamoto Taro Contemporary Art Prize (2009), the Grand Prize at the Rokko Meets Art (2013), and the Kyoto City Art Newcomer Award in 2021. Recently, she has exhibited at the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art in Kanazawa and the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum. Looking ahead, she is set to kick off a series of solo exhibitions in Spain starting in 2025 and is also an instructor at Kyoto Seika University.

Product Details

• - Collection: Wabi Sabi Collection by Kurumi Wakagi
• - Design: Horizontal (Sea), Vertical (Mountain)
• - Price: 13,200 JPY (tax included)
• - Size: Unisex (2 sizes: S/M, L/XL)
• - Material: Cool Cotton 68% Cotton, 32% Sorona® Polyester]
• - Features: Light stretchability, Q Max 0.16 cooling effect
• - Included: T-shirt, 8 custom motif options
• - Website: [www.tanicomfort.jp

Pop-Up Event

Join us at the JR Kyoto Isetan from May 13 (Wed) to May 26 (Tue) for a chance to experience this stunning collection up close. Following the pop-up, the collection will also be available online starting the week of May 18.

Retail Locations

• - Hankyu Men’s Tokyo: 100-8488 Tokyo Chiyoda Yurakucho 2-5-1 B1

Phone: 03-6252-1381

• - Tani Daikanyama Store: 150-0033 Tokyo Shibuya Sarugakucho 20-1

Hours: Reservations only for weekdays, open 12:00 - 17:00 on weekends
Phone: 03-6820-8240

Discover a brilliant blend of art, customization, and comfort with Tani's Wabi Sabi Collection featuring Kurumi Wakagi, where your unique story unfolds through every wear.