A Bathing Ape

A Bathing Ape

Visit Associated individuals (as referenced publicly): Nigo (Tomoaki Nagao) Since: 1993 @bape_us (5M) Add Bookmark

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Established: 1993 (multi-source)

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*A Bathing Ape* (BAPE) is a pioneering Japanese streetwear brand founded in 1993 by Nigo (Tomoaki Nagao) in Ura-Harajuku, Tokyo. The brand is renowned for its bold, distinctive designs, including the iconic ape head logo and camouflage patterns, and specializes in men's, women's, and children's lifestyle and streetwear. BAPE operates 19 stores in Japan and has expanded internationally with locations in Hong Kong, Taipei, Beijing, and more. The brand is known for its collaborations with pop

ular media franchises (e.g., SpongeBob SquarePants, Marvel, Nintendo, Hello Kitty) and major brands (e.g., Pepsi, Coca-Cola, Rimowa), as well as artists like Biggie Smalls and Wiz Khalifa. BAPE's design ethos combines Japanese youth culture, hip-hop influences, and pop culture references, creating a

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