Nigo, real name Tomoaki Nagao was born in 1970 in Maebashi, Japan. A graduate of Bunka Fashion College, he began his career as an editor and stylist for the magazine Popeye, where he developed a deep understanding of youth culture and style. In 1993, he founded A Bathing Ape (BAPE) in Tokyo’s Harajuku district, a brand that quickly gained cult status for its bold designs, camouflage patterns, and limited-edition releases. Under Nigo’s vision, BAPE became a symbol of exclusivity and...
