Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO 2026 A/W – Day 6 (Final Day) Highlights

March 22, 2026

Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO 2026 A/W – Day 6 (Final Day) Highlights

The final day of Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO 2026 A/W concluded with a mix of experimental presentations, emerging talent, and international engagement, bringing the week to a close across venues including Shibuya Hikarie.

RYUNOSUKEOKAZAKI

TEN10

RYUNOSUKEOKAZAKI presented its third runway show in four years, titled “〈005〉 Talk About the Habit.”

Designer Ryunosuke Okazaki evolved the brand’s long-standing theme of “prayer,” shifting from abstract, floating forms to garments grounded in human emotion.

Highlights included:

Sculptural pieces constructed with wire and stretch fabrics
Newly introduced patterned textiles, including floral and python motifs
A move toward more wearable silhouettes, while retaining experimental elements

The collection explored the contradictions of modern life — where emotions coexist and constantly shift — reflecting a more human, introspective direction.

ALAINPAUL

Shibuya Hikarie Hall A

ALAINPAUL, founded in 2023 by a designer with experience at Vetements and Louis Vuitton, presented a reinterpretation of its Paris collection under the theme “REPERTOIRE.”

Drawing from contemporary ballet, the show emphasised:

The connection between mind and body
Fluid, performance-driven movement
A runway staged in an infinity loop formation

The collection featured models of diverse gender identities, reinforcing a sense of inclusivity and modern expression.

MIKIO SAKABE

Kyōsō Nodobiya

MIKIO SAKABE delivered one of the most immersive presentations of the season, staging a haunted house installation inside a traditional Japanese residence.

Visitors moved through multiple rooms where models appeared in eerie, theatrical scenes, blending fashion with storytelling.

Despite the unsettling atmosphere:

Garments featured playful, childlike elements such as frills and heart motifs
Silhouettes referenced historical Japanese eras
The experience blurred the line between reality and fantasy

Designer Mikio Sakabe noted the shared qualities between Japanese horror and fashion — both merging the everyday with another world.

EITARO

Shibuya Hikarie Hall B

Emerging brand EITARO made its Fashion Week debut with a fresh and relatable collection.

Founded just three years ago, the brand continues to gain attention for its honest approach and strong creative voice.

This season’s theme, “Seihanagi (背花着)” — meaning “blooming from the back” — focused on:

Garment design centred on the back view
Embroidery techniques such as boutis
Symbolic motifs reflecting personal growth and life journeys

The collection offered a thoughtful perspective on individuality and self-expression.

mukcyen (Closing Show)

Shibuya Hikarie Hall A

Fashion Week concluded with mukcyen, winner of both the TOKYO FASHION AWARD 2026 and JFW NEXT BRAND AWARD 2026.

The closing show marked a strong finish to the season, with a full report to be released separately.

Industry & Global Presence

This season saw strong international participation, with buyers, media, and industry figures from around the world attending shows and engaging with Japanese designers.

The continued presence of global stakeholders reinforces Tokyo’s growing influence within the international fashion landscape.

Summary

The final day of Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO 2026 A/W wrapped up a week defined by innovation, storytelling and diversity — highlighting Tokyo’s role as a platform where emerging talent and established designers converge to shape the future of fashion.