The men's brand "theSakaki" is uninhibited. Its lookbook, featuring masks like Hyottoko and Tengu, is fun and entertaining. However, the pieces themselves are carefully crafted, with no gaps or gaps, down to the fabric, cutouts, and even the tucks. While the tailored clothing appears casual, it exudes a certain dignified tension.

The designer is Kotaro Sakaki. He worked at the meticulous brand "AUGUSTE-PRESENTATION" under Tomoya Ohno before going independent and launching theSakaki in Spring/Summer 2012.

Whenever someone asks me, "Which Japanese brand are you paying attention to right now?" I always mention theSakaki. The reason is simple: the designer's creativity and the unique location of Japan create incredibly original men's clothing. With item names like "thebang" and "imagi," the brand logo featuring the designer's family crest, the relaxed silhouette, and items like stadium jackets and sweatshirts, the Sakaki brand is often seen as incorporating elements of Japanese and street fashion. However, the Sakaki brand's true essence lies in the sheer beauty of its tailoring. "I don't care at all if people call me Japanese. I don't want to be tied down," says Sakaki. We spoke to Suematsu to explore the creative process hidden behind his contrary side. What emerges is a truly unique, masculine aesthetic, befitting a creator.

Continued from 2/5, "Hottoko Makes a Clown"