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Kapital

Kapital (Japanese: キャピタル), often stylized as KAPITAL, is a Japanese denim and clothing brand known for its use of traditional textile and patchwork methods.

ConsumerFounded 1985

About Kapital

Kapital (Japanese: キャピタル), often stylized as KAPITAL, is a Japanese denim and clothing brand known for its use of traditional textile and patchwork methods. Kapital was founded in 1985 by Toshikiyo Hirata. The clothing brand is renowned for its denim, workwear, and Americana-inspired garments, and has developed a cult following for its eclectic and handicraft work and limited-production denim. It has been described as “ perhaps the best-known Japanese workwear brand on the planet.” Kapital operates 13 stores across Japan, and is sold in select retailers globally. Clothing is produced across 4 sewing factories and 1 dyeing factory.

Investors & Backers

Kapital has received investment from 1 venture capital firm.

Company Details

Sector
Consumer
Founded
1985
Status
Active