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Expansion NY. Expansion NY clothing is American Classic Menswear. http://www.expansionny.com/ Edwin Tetteh

In an industry over saturated with fashion designers who set their sights on recreating yesteryear’s looks, there’s one brand leading the new wave of unconventional and progressive menswear in a special way. Established in 2002 by Hiroshi “Kirk” Kakiage, Expansion has produced a wealth of collections with each drawing inspiration from dated military uniforms, American sportswear and the outdoor aesthetic. Each Expansion piece tells a rich and enthralling story, as its fabrication is globally sourced and produced. From the design phase through post-production, Kakiage is present - ensuring every detail meets his standards and quality is not foregone. Having developed a strong presence in the Japanese market, Expansion has set its sights on penetrating that of the USA.

ART OF MUSIC“目で聴く、音楽。”HIP HOPのアルバムジャケット、写真、ロゴを創ったクリエイターたちの作品展。あのNITROを撮ったのは、B+。2000年。NITRO MICROPHONE UNDERGROUND。日本のHIP...
09/11/2026

ART OF MUSIC
“目で聴く、音楽。”
HIP HOPのアルバムジャケット、写真、ロゴを創ったクリエイターたちの作品展。

あのNITROを撮ったのは、B+。
2000年。
NITRO MICROPHONE UNDERGROUND。
日本のHIP HOP史に残るその姿を写した
フォトグラファー B+ の作品を、東京で展示します。

さらに、8組のクリエイターが参加。

そして今回、
EXPANSION NY 25TH ANNIVERSARY ×
NITRO MICROPHONE UNDERGROUND
コラボレーションも発表します。

9/16 12:00–18:00
9/17 10:00–18:00
9/18 10:00–21:00

9/18 19:00–21:00 Closing Party
DJ MURO / KASHI DA HANDSOME / DJ MASAKAZ

SLOTH GALLERY JINNAN
東京都渋谷区神南1-14-7 ワイズ神南ビル2F

EXPANSION NY 2027SS COLLECTION 同時展示。





09/08/2026

Mary J. Blige

このMary J. Bligeを撮ったのは、
NYの写真家 Michael Benabib。

彼が撮影した2Pacのポートレートは、
MoMA、そしてSmithsonianにも展示された。

HIP HOPの歴史をつくった写真を、東京で。

ART OF MUSIC
9/16 12:00–18:00
9/17 10:00–18:00
9/18 10:00–21:00

SLOTH GALLERY JINNAN
東京都渋谷区神南1-14-7
ワイズ神南ビル2F

EXPANSION NY 2027SS COLLECTIONも同時展示。
3日間限定。保存して、ぜひ会場へ。  #ヒップホップ  #アート  #渋谷

09/02/2026

WE DON’T JUST DESIGN. WE SHOW UP.

SILK. TAKEN SERIOUSLY.

MADE WITH YOU IN MIND.

A FIRST LOOK.
SEE THE REST AT OUR 27SS PREVIEW.

EXPANSION NY
SPRING / SUMMER 2027 PREVIEW

SHOWROOM CONTACT — RITZ CO., LTD.

08/31/2026

Pete Rockの、あのロゴはどうやって生まれたのか。
90年代HIP HOPを代表するプロデューサー、Pete Rock。
そのロゴを手がけたデザイナー Steve Brock に、Pete Rockとの出会い、そしてデザインが生まれた背景を聞きました。


Steve Brockの作品を、9月、東京・渋谷で展示します。
ART OF MUSIC  目で聴く、音楽。

写真、ロゴ、アートワークから見る3日間。

📍 SLOTH GALLERY JINNAN / 東京・渋谷 神南�📅 2026.9.16 — 12:00~18:00
📅 2026.9.17 — 12:00~18:00
📅 2026.9.18 — 12:00~21:00

会場では、EXPANSION NY 25TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTIONも同時展示。

#ヒップホップスタイル  #渋谷  #アート展示会

EXPANSION NY 26AW Exhibition�with Michael Benabib Photo ExhibitionApril 14–16�11:00–18:00�POT GALLERY Minami AoyamaClosi...
04/01/2026

EXPANSION NY 26AW Exhibition�with Michael Benabib Photo Exhibition


April 14–16�11:00–18:00
�POT GALLERY Minami Aoyama
Closing Reception / After Party�April 16�18:00–21:00

Music by�DJ MURO �
KASHI DA HANDSOME �
NON CREDIT

ニューヨークのヒップホップカルチャーを記録してきた�Michael Benabib の写真展と、�EXPANSION NY 26AWコレクションを同時開催します。
最終日はDJによるクロージングパーティを開催。�ぜひお立ち寄りください。
入場無料

� � � #南青山� #写真展

12/31/2025

Tape Kingz × EXPANSION NY
**Parka & BB Cap — dropping 1/2/2026**
with each drop comes a DJ MURO **mixtape**.
Before socials, mixtapes were the original way HIP HOP spread.
and Tape Kingz was at the center of that movement.
DJ MURO 🎧 a true digger from the golden era, crafted this mix with authentic respect and energy.

Heritage + utility, refined. This cropped jacket pulls from military & fishing-jacket styles. Rip-stop fabric (65/35 pol...
11/22/2025

Heritage + utility, refined. This cropped jacket pulls from military & fishing-jacket styles. Rip-stop fabric (65/35 poly/cotton) for durability, big utility pockets for purpose, clean box-shaped fit for versatility.

Heritage-inspired, modern-cut. Our first-ever A-2 leather jacket channels the spirit of the 1930s U.S. Army Air Corps pi...
10/22/2025

Heritage-inspired, modern-cut. Our first-ever A-2 leather jacket channels the spirit of the 1930s U.S. Army Air Corps pilot — bold, fearless, American. Shorter length, thick premium leather, room for layers. Fly the legacy.

A wise person once said . My life got better when I realized I did not have to be nice.Nice got me used and being stress...
07/25/2024

A wise person once said . My life got better when I realized I did not have to be nice.
Nice got me used and being stressed out and disrespected.
I'm not nice. I'm a good person. There's a difference. You don't have to be nice to be a good person. Being good and being honest. Setting boundaries and taking care of yourself without compromising your values.
Being nice may give you temporary approval. But rarely earns you respect or helps you build genuine connection. Honor your truth. you won't regret it.

Now, here's my take: I get where they're coming from, and I agree... mostly. But let's be real, some of us (yours truly included) were born with the "nice gene"! It's like it's hardwired into my DNA or something. Yeah, I've been taken advantage of more times than I can count, and it's landed me in some pretty sticky situations. But hey, what can you do? My folks always taught me not to bother people, you know? if someone crosses the line, you better believe I'll give 'em a good metaphorical punch and takedown. Just kidding. Just be yourself I guess. Have a nice day.



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ジャーナルスタンダード様より貴重なインタビューの機会を賜りました。過去を振り返ることには少々躊躇いがありましたが、20年もの間、情熱を持って取り組んできた経験について語る機会となりました。皆様にもぜひご一読いただければ幸いです。
07/02/2024

ジャーナルスタンダード様より貴重なインタビューの機会を賜りました。過去を振り返ることには少々躊躇いがありましたが、20年もの間、情熱を持って取り組んできた経験について語る機会となりました。皆様にもぜひご一読いただければ幸いです。

〈JOURNAL STANDARD〉の通算3度目のコラボレーションに際し、ニューヨーク在住のKIRKへとインタビュー。懐かしい固有名詞や貴重な写真が飛び出しはするが「あのときは良かったね」なんて、レトロスペクティブなヘッズに媚び...

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