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In 2013, designer Takayuki Kijima rebranded his label from its predecessor, "coeur," to his own name, "KIJIMA TAKAYUKI," launching with both men's and women's lines. KIJIMA TAKAYUKI is a hat brand based on the concept of "design that enhances styling," incorporating the zeitgeist captured from various sources through a unique perspective and sense of balance. From 1990 to 1994, Kijima apprenticed under the late Akio Hirata, a leading figure in hat design. During this time, he was involved in creating hats for brands such as Issey Miyake, Yohji Yamamoto, and Comme des Garçons, mastering the techniques of European haute mode. He established his atelier in Daikanyama, Tokyo, in 1995 and opened a flagship store in 1999. In the atelier, skilled artisans meticulously craft each item by hand, employing unique techniques that produce a soft, comfortable fit impossible to achieve through mass production. Collaborations with brands such as TOGA and TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist. showcase the brand's ability to provide intricate manual expression and traditional craftsmanship. In the Fall/Winter 2017 season, KIJIMA TAKAYUKI launched its high-end line, "HIGH LINE." This collection expresses the designer's timeless values by utilizing rare materials and luxurious fabrics, all crafted through traditional haute mode techniques. KIJIMA TAKAYUKI's collections are presented twice a year in Tokyo and Paris and are distributed both domestically and internationally.