NIGO® Post Announcement Interview for WWD for Japan

In the first interview following the stepping-down of Nigo as head of A Bathing Ape, he offers

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In the first interview following the stepping-down of Nigo as head of A Bathing Ape, he offers some information behind the move in the latest issue of WWD for Japan. Claiming that company re-structuring is common practice, it seems as though not all that much will change. The April 1st move fell in line with the original launch of NOWHERE back in April 1st of 1993. Nigo still maintains a creative role behind the brand as well as majority share owner. As well this latest announcement also featured the launch of a new company in the form of Nigo LD. Stay tuned for more details.

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