WILDSIDE YOHJI YAMAMOTO Reimagines Japanese Iconography in Exclusive Drop

WILDSIDE YOHJI YAMAMOTO, the avant-garde offshoot of the legendary Japanese fashion house, is spotlighting its deep reverence for Japanese culture with the launch of a special collection titled “The Japan Edit.” Designed to celebrate the convergence of traditional aesthetics and modern subculture, the curated capsule drops alongside a new campaign offering free international shipping and a limited-edition gift to early adopters. The collection is a bold showcase of the house’s cultural roots, where centuries-old motifs are transformed into wearable art pieces.

Leading the charge is a limited reissue of the “Hannya” rayon shirt, a standout from WILDSIDE’s cult-favorite collaboration with RYU GA GOTOKU STUDIO (SEGA’s “Like a Dragon”). Like a Dragon is an action-adventure series developed by the Japanese Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio. The first gaming entry dropped in 2005. The franchise provides a tempting look into the seedy underbelly of 1988 Japan and the adventures of the night. Evoking the raw intensity of Japan’s underworld, the shirt is dyed using a black-on-white printing method that captures the Hannya mask’s twisted expression in haunting detail across the back and sleeves. With its flowing silhouette and lustrous finish, the $700 USD piece blurs the lines between game-inspired memorabilia and high fashion.

Complementing the collection’s apparel are exclusive canvas bags crafted in partnership with Kyoto’s heritage brand, ICHIZAWA SHINZABURO HANPU. Known for their century-old craftsmanship, ICHIZAWA lends its minimalist and durable touch to a navy and black tote ($300 USD) and a sleek crossbody shoulder bag ($240 USD), both bearing Yohji Yamamoto’s signature. It’s a blend of functional elegance rooted in local tradition, now made for global streets.

Finally, WILDSIDE’s Japan-exclusive T-shirt selection taps into a more playful, graphic-forward language. Whether it’s a kabuki actor surrounded by skulls, a maiko donning a sash of bones, or a wild leopard drawn in Ukiyo-e style, each of the 11 tees ($90 USD each) offers a fresh take on classical Japanese iconography. Available only through WILDSIDE’s website, these limited designs encapsulate the brand’s signature fusion of rebellious edge and cultural homage.

For more information on the collection and free international shipping, visit the official WILDSIDE site.

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