I'm thinking of starting skateboarding this spring, wearing a Vans cap.

—This time, the collaborations range from global corporations to Sakuzo Kinashi, which is typical of Noritake-san.

I thought it probably wouldn't work out since Audi is the car I own, but when I went to talk to them about it, they found it amusing and said OK. When they said OK, I couldn't help but say, "You've got to be kidding me!!" (laughs). The double name with Vans is cool too. I might start skateboarding this spring wearing this hat. I might even try surfing, just to get the "feel" for it (laughs).

Kinashi Sakuzo's designs are really strong, aren't they? It's not a collaboration or anything (laughs). I never thought I'd see hats with my dad's name on them in Isetan. When I wear the Sakuzo hat, my face looks almost exactly the same (laughs). Actually, it took the longest time for my dad, Sakuzo, to get permission (laughs).

—You've collaborated with a total of 15 companies and brands. Would you be willing to wear one of them?

This time, we've designed caps with the names of various companies, from large corporations to personal friends, so how about "Ganbakonno" (laughs)?

Lately, the only autographs I've been signing are "Pele" or "Gamba Konno" (laughs). Ima-chan is a really serious, cheerful, and nice guy. When I go to Kansai, we go to watch games and eat together. When I showed him the finished sample, he was really happy.

--So , do you have a message for our customers who are looking forward to this event ?

Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building has everything from top fashion brands, but we've also created some unique items, so if you find something you like, please take a look (laughs). At the pop-up on the first floor of Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building , after Hermes and Dunhill you'll find Kinashi Cycle, followed by A.P.C. and GUCCI , so the caps are lined up as a palate cleanser (laughs).

--thank you very much.

Kinashi Cycle Pop-up Shop
□March 29th (Wednesday) - April 11th (Tuesday)
□ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 1st Floor = Promotion

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