6 Japanese Brands EVERY Grown Man Should Know for Timeless Style |THELIST

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Looking to refine your style as you mature? In this video, we break down six incredible Japanese brands that are perfect for men who want to elevate their wardrobe without abandoning the styles they loved when they were younger. From timeless cuts to innovative designs, these labels offer everything you need to upgrade your look with sophistication and edge. Whether you’re into casual wear or classic menswear, these brands are tailored to the grown man who knows fashion evolves, but never fades. Tune in to discover your new favorite brands!
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[@djmikio]

I'm a 65-year-old with Japanese ancestry who moved into collecting Yohji from my habitual Italian menswear typified by Canali and Corneliani so this video is PERFECT for me. Thank you so much sir!

[@dennisguillermo9691]

Finally!!!!!! Fashion geared for older men. I have been searching for this kind of video. I am 68 years old and never want to dress like a grandpa!!!!!! Thank you!!!! Please do more for us mature men!!!!

[@ce_rouse]

Finally, a video for older folk. Thank you Sir. 👴🏾

[@decalotus]

Amazing content and definitely in line with what I've been looking for. Much love!

[@steampunkvampyre]

Clothing in England and the west is based on being, "Age Appropriate" which is suffocating in its conformity , allows almost no say and strong on hierarchy.

[@DABA2024]

Adult men dressing like teenagers is just sad though.

[@nickolette22]

Sounds like an opportunity to stand out ;)

[@LaFLGRLNTaGODa]

I’ve been watching you for years And your sword keeps sharpening every video! Reggie don’t miss

[@jonstrocity]

As a "grown ass man" with "grown ass responsibility" who has loved fashion for as long as I can remember, everyone should wear what they want regardless of trends or societal norms. Wolves don't care about the opinions of sheep, and the fastest way to live an average life with average results is to be overly concerned with what anybody thinks. Want to change the world? Make a ton of money? Attract people? Do you and stand out for whatever reasons you want. People who follow things like "norms" and "best practices" and are compliant and live to appease others -- or worse, for the approval of people who don't matter. Do you!

[@doggyninja]

Lol what an alpha 🐺! You tell them what a true skibidi sigma thinks of these sheeps! RAWR

[@dlcy]

Same as the previous videos, proovide variable information. Thanks. However, appreciate if you can also list the brands under the description for easy reference. Thanks again

[@user-sf3os2xb9d]

Good stuff! That’s what I appreciate about the older gents Japanese aesthetic…structured, interesting, yet playful but timeless. Hit my 50s recently, and these gents are both inspirational and modern.

[@jonathanelie1279]

good video had to drop a like real quick. I'm 27 still a grown man but not 30+ lmao. Definitely will be looking at these brands and would love to see you post videos about the pieces you buy, as well as try them on from these brands, including other Japanese brands.

[@roberthalny403]

Hi Reggie! Great channel and great presentation style of stylish menswear. At 10:31 United Arrows + Beauty and Youth the first model on the left wears excellent high waste pants, black turtleneck and the black-grayish checkered jacket. Do you know where I can find these item to buy? Much obliged! Cheers🎩👋

[@Fitflyfellow]

I'm coming back to just shop. Just turned 40 and need to elevate my wardrobe. Love United Arrows & Sons and a few other brands.

[@evant6288]

Personally, I’d love to see some show cases. Especially because they’re investment pieces. Also I’d be interested in your thoughts on Japanese fashion magazines. They’ve been a point of inspiration for me recently and they’re slowly getting more popular out west

[@hnguyen218]

I credit EG for being the gateway drug to my Japanese jawnz addiction. Junya & UA are the only brands on this list I haven’t bought something from.

[@cathat99]

Love this. Any suggestions on where to go in NYC to pick up any of these brands? There are the brands not available outside Japan at all, and those whose websites are readily available - I’m looking for the sweet spot in between, where a store like Alumni of NYC would carry some of these brands. Other suggestions?

[@bradraughley6206]

Fantastic video, thank you. Though I'm 6'2" with broad shoulders so not much will probably fit me. I've been experimenting with inspiration from your videos and designing and sewing my own clothes from there. I've also got a tailor who will work with me to try to get closer to this sort of style. I'm so frustrated with the set of clothing options for larger guys and Japanese inspired style works well with a larger frame (I carry a bit of muscle and getting trousers to fit is a nightmare). I even was trying on shirts the other day and none of them would fit in the forearms so any help that you have for bigger folks would be appreciated. Thank you for all your videos, they've at least given me a direction of things that can be both stylish and comfortable.

[@jonlee580]

U HAD ME AT JUNYA...🥲🥲🥲

[@wlseow2738]

Great content. You should do more of this.

[@Memehai333]

Good stuff thanks man🎉

[@LittleKahu]

The only thing worse than the "essential items every older man should have" videos are the "no man should ever wear" videos. Wear what makes you happy and you feel comfortable in I reckon. Great video btw (new subscriber), really like the Flathead and Beam Plus ranges, keen to see more of those. First time visitor to Japan in November and it'd be great to know where the best places are to buy all these labels. Cheers!

[@hoangbui9452]

Thank you for sharing. I like military style, which shop should I visit in Japan? Can you pls suggest?

[@gem.monk.]

Ask and you receive. Thank you Reggie

[@antoinekikkers9022]

Nice energetic intro. Loved it. If I could like it twice. I would.

[@ryanpark9120]

I love your necklace. What brand is it?

[@jeremybrees]

Where did you get that necklace?

[@grivashah5930]

6 Brands : 1. THE FLATHEAD -flannel , leather , denim . 2. JUNYA - patchwork, tailoring, adventurous 3.N.Hollywood -comfortable office stting ,lose ,minimalism 4.Engineered garments - avalible in west . Mikitary cobtemperory 5.Beams + = prints, colours 6.United arrows n sons- sub brand

[@josephterrell2835]

Flathead stuff is super dope but at designer prices for us in the US. I'd buy a ton of it at half the price. If you see American men wearing clothes designed for younger dudes you can safely assume they are either creeps or going through a mid-life crisis. BUT this was a great list of brands that add edge without feeling like teenage wear.

[@lt3880]

Any brand worth buying is worth buying second hand, and japan has a healthy second hand market you can buy a bunch of this stuff.

[@jomni]

Thanks. Maybe need to give Junya a closer look. :) My preference is quite "boring" though as I'm not into bright colours and patterns which most of these brands show. I play with silhouettes instead.

[@THECASUALco]

Check out N. Hoolywood, Nano Universe, Journal Standard, and Urban Research

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

As a gen-Xer I appreciate the information.

[@tomtran7810]

Is Attachment a respected brand in Japan?

[@michaelfrancis-p3o]

What no Kapital? I prefer them to Beams+…Engineered garments are made in NYC. Probably why they are so available.

[@THECASUALco]

Kapital is far too experimental for classic standard. Plus everyone always says Kapital. Beams+ is way far easier to adopt for most standard styles.

[@arielalonzountung2961]

wheres visvim

[@JostenDooley]

no mention of Needles?

[@THECASUALco]

Part of Nepenthes as is Engineered Garments so it’s altogether part of the same family.

[@JostenDooley]

@@THECASUALcothat’s true 👌🏾

[@Bobsam-m1p]

Its not the bbrand, its the type if clothes and fabric. This you can get anywhere fir cheap

[@THECASUALco]

We talk about this a lot on the channel. But we also like to inform people of choices that give you design elements that often you can't get with cheap labels. While design is an overall subjective element it helps us choose an aesthetic that is more in line with our values.

[@thetrustysidekick3013]

Lucky for me I have a friend over in Japan who I can ask to get me stuff and I just pay him.

[@mrjones023]

You forget the Wacko Maria core line..

[@ES-qm5hr]

If you need clothes to stay out, you will never stand out.

[@Eurovision324]

This style is different OK but sorry it doesn’t come close to European classic style

[@davidhunternyc1]

Though Japanese clothes are stylish, I'm NOT convinced that wearing synthetic clothing is healthy. Your skin is your largest organ. Synthetic clothes are made from a myriad of chemicals, some hormone disruptors and others may lead to cancer... but I'm not a doctor nor a scientist. Noble textiles are natural, made from wool, cashmere, cotton, linen, and silk. Yes, the processing of natural textiles can be unhealthy too if not treated correctly. For more information on synthetics, you can start by watching Paul Saladino MD's KZbin videos: "Lululemon Leggings Contain What?" There's also, "Clothing can be toxic" and "Is polyester clothing affecting our fertility/hormones?" Synthetic clothing has not been proven to pass the test of time. We've been hoodwinked by governments and industries into believing that products are safe, such as cigarettes, when they are not. Be wary

[@RWOner666]

For giant clothing corporations definitely would question its “safe” practices, but the global consumers who flock to fast fashion are to blame. These products are generally made cheaply and more than likely with a hazardous process, the excess clothing that does not sell is generally just sent to landfills where it doesn’t really even disintegrate . However, I think Japanese brands like anything else made by the Japanese is always meticulously done and better materials are used, while I can’t speak to the “safety” of the process but at least it last longer and disrupts mass production for a certain audience.