NIGO’s Visionary Legacy to be Spotlighted in First-Ever UK Exhibition

Summary

• The London Design Museum will host “NIGO: From Japan with Love,” the first UK exhibition on the pioneering Japanese designer
• The show will explore NIGO’s influential career, from founding A Bathing Ape to his current role as Artistic Director of KENZO
• The exhibition runs from May 1 to October 4, 2026, and will feature items from his personal collection of vintage clothing and Americana

The pioneering vision and expansive legacy of Japanese designer and creative director NIGO will be the focus of his first-ever UK exhibition, titled “NIGO: From Japan with Love.” Slated to run from May 1 to October 4, 2026 at the London Design Museum, the show will offer an intimate exploration of NIGO’s multifaceted creative work, spanning from street style and fashion to music and beyond.

Charting the designer’s journey from the back streets of Harajuku, Tokyo, to his current position on the global stage, this exhibition is also the first retrospective outside of Japan. NIGO has been instrumental in shaping influential designs and trends in recent streetwear and fashion history. His impact is immense, from founding the foundational brand A Bathing Ape in the ’90s to his current role as the artistic director of KENZO.

Visitors will gain a unique glimpse into NIGO’s world, which includes his personal collection of vintage clothing and Americana ephemera, highlighting his distinct practice of sampling diverse cultural references. The exhibition will also illuminate his close network of collaborators. Ticket sales for this landmark event will be announced in 2026.

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