Kaptain Sunshine

The Americana revival movement is everywhere at the minute, but few are as adept at making it their own as Kaptain Sunshine. Led by Shinsuke Kojima, a former publisher and long-time appreciator of archival clothing, the fairly young brand breathes new life into time-honoured styles through carefully-selected, predominantly natural materials and easy tailoring that often echoes 80s casual wear and mid-90s skateboarding attire. Though it's easy to recognize the origins of each piece, Kaptain Sunshine has an idiosyncratic design language with a universal appeal that seamlessly bridges the gap between past & present.

Kaptain Sunshine FW24 Collection

The FW24 Collection from Kaptain Sunshine continues the brand's tradition of blending Americana-inspired style with a distinctly Japanese sensibility. Led by Shinsuke Kojima, the collection takes cues from 80s casual wear and mid-90s skate culture, offering a fresh take on time-honored silhouettes. Known for its commitment to natural materials and easy tailoring, Kaptain Sunshine presents a lineup that feels both nostalgic and contemporary.

Denim plays a central role this season, with the 5P Zipper Front Denim Pants and 35 Baker Denim Pants in indigo, complemented by the Denim Tracker 2P Jacket in matching indigo one-wash. These pieces offer a relaxed, timeless look while nodding to vintage workwear.

The collection also emphasizes versatile layering with pieces like the Cotton Field Jacket in black olive, the Puffer Mil Jacket in light grey, and the Short Mil Coat in black, providing outerwear options that balance function with understated design.

For knitwear, highlights include the luxurious Wool Cashmere Silk Knit Crew Neck P/O in black and the cozy Royal Alpaca Knit P/O in burgundy, both ideal for cooler weather. The Suvin Supima Tube Tees—available in light, heavy, and half-sleeve variations—feature high-quality cotton in versatile shades like black, white, steel navy, and feather grey, perfect for layering or wearing on their own.

Accessories like the 2Way Tote Bag in faded black and white, and the U.S.A. D Pack in coffee brown, round out the collection with practical, stylish additions for everyday use.

With a blend of archival influences and modern design, Kaptain Sunshine’s FW24 collection offers a seamless fusion of past and present, perfect for those who appreciate heritage style with a contemporary twist.

Introducing Kaptain Sunshine

A Japanese label producing high-quality takes on archival Americana staples isn’t exactly newsworthy at this point, but trust us – you’ll want to pay attention to what the folks at Kaptain Sunshine are up to. Rather than producing exact replicas and reproductions, Kaptain Sunshine injects elements of designer Shinsuke Kojima’s own style into each piece the brand produces. The silhouettes are largely borrowed from vintage workwear and military & naval gear, but it’s difficult to put one’s finger on the exact time-period any garment hails from since the past is used more as a jumping-off point than an exact template. To put it plainly, Kaptain Sunshine produces riffs, not covers. Learn More...