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A Bathing Ape, also known as BAPE, is a Japanese streetwear brand founded in 1993 by NIGO. It encompasses men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, as well as a variety of accessories and lifestyle items. In 2011, it was announced that Hong Kong-based fashion conglomerate I.T Group purchased the brand for $2.8 million USD, and by 2013 NIGO had stepped down from the brand’s creative helm.
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BAPE Opens Los Angeles Flagship Store
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BAPE Opens Los Angeles Flagship Store

Celebrating with G-wagons and a Milo photoshoot.
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BAPE Reworks Tradition With Souvenir Hanten Jacket
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BAPE Reworks Tradition With Souvenir Hanten Jacket

Satin detailing, BAPE style.
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Celebrate Chinese New Year Family-Style With Our BAPE Editorial
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Celebrate Chinese New Year Family-Style With Our BAPE Editorial

At New York City institution Nom Wah.
13 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week
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13 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week

Supreme is back.
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BAPE Teams up With mastermind JAPAN on an Exclusive LA Collection
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BAPE Teams up With mastermind JAPAN on an Exclusive LA Collection

Apes and skulls.
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This Week's Footwear Drops Add to the All-Star Weekend Festivities
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This Week's Footwear Drops Add to the All-Star Weekend Festivities

Exclusives, retros and new models galore.
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BAPE Readies a Special Regional Collection for Los Angeles Store Opening
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BAPE Readies a Special Regional Collection for Los Angeles Store Opening

Palm trees and apes.
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A Closer Look at the BAPE x adidas Dame 4 "Green Camo"
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A Closer Look at the BAPE x adidas Dame 4 "Green Camo"

The most-hyped basketball silhouette yet?
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BAPE Releases Vibrant Gradation Camo Collection
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BAPE Releases Vibrant Gradation Camo Collection

New flex.
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BAPE to Drop New Full-Zip Tiger Hoodies
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BAPE to Drop New Full-Zip Tiger Hoodies

One of the Japanese streetwear label’s popular staples.
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BAPE Introduces New 1st Camo Type 1 BAPEX Drop
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BAPE Introduces New 1st Camo Type 1 BAPEX Drop

With glow-in-the dark functionality.
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BAPE Crafts a New Pair of Shark Damaged Denim Pants
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BAPE Crafts a New Pair of Shark Damaged Denim Pants

Lightweight and slightly faded.
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