An international symbol of post-modern consumerism, Tokyo is a visual tapestry of competing references and cultures. Famed for a symphonic skyline which switches from temples of ancient pasts to skyscrapers of distant futures with unquestionable elegance and propriety. The Far-East's answer to NYC, Tokyo is a bar-setting metropolis which blends old and new like an expertly curated gallery where each element is captivating in isolation, but utterly mesmerising when absorbed as one.
This intrinsic blend of references and style codes has trickled down into the very fabric of Tokyo culture and informs, quite literally, the fabrics its inhabitants produce, source and consume. Defined by a distinctly post-modern sensibility; a digitally developed hyper-city with a legacy that spans the millennia, Tokyo is a global hotspot for culture of almost any form.
Kicking off our Tokyo street style series, international streetstyle photographer Robert Spangle captures the very best fashion and lifestyle that this iconic city has to offer exclusively for END.
First up: Harajuku - a neighbourhood synonymous with Japanese culture across the world, and a retail and dining destination on the hit-list of sneakerheads, streetwear buffs, and industry insiders alike.
A melting pot of influence, Tokyo has mastered a new generation of style commandments.Demonstrate a postmodern sensibility by blending on-duty and off-duty pieces that reflect the counterpoints in your lifestyle.Blur the lines between the office and the street by taking your work home and your style to work.
Home to a subtropical climate which runs the gamut of seasons with welcome definition, Tokyo is host to some of the best transitional styling around.When it comes to turn-of-the-season, the devil is definitely in the details. Sharpen your look with the addition of well-chosen accessories for a considered take on modern menswear that works for the weather without compromising on aesthetics.
The most densley populated metropolitan area on the planet, Tokyo hosts a representation of every style tribe there is.For the everyday man, a subtle blend of netural tones can often make the most impact. Opt for effortless style and boundless comfort with a clean take on casual sartorialism by pairing a classic coach or waxed jacket with a straight leg pant.Ramp up this evergreen look with a statement beanie from Acne Studios or The North Face.
