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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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NEIGHBORHOOD Taps BAPE's Shark Hoodie for Its latest Incense Chamber
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NEIGHBORHOOD Taps BAPE's Shark Hoodie for Its latest Incense Chamber

A must-have item for fans of both brands.
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BAPE Japan Debuts Special The Weeknd Merch
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BAPE Japan Debuts Special The Weeknd Merch

To accompany a special meet and greet.
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An On-Foot Look at the BAPE x NEIGHBORHOOD x adidas POD-S3.1
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An On-Foot Look at the BAPE x NEIGHBORHOOD x adidas POD-S3.1

Close up with the anticipated collab sneaker.
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BAPE Celebrates Its New York Flagship's 14th Anniversary With Celebratory Tees
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BAPE Celebrates Its New York Flagship's 14th Anniversary With Celebratory Tees

Featuring a special Stature of Liberty Ape Head.
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BAPE & PORTER Link for Glow-In-The-Dark Camouflage Bag
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BAPE & PORTER Link for Glow-In-The-Dark Camouflage Bag

Unmissable.
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BAPE x NEIGHBORHOOD x adidas POD-S3.1 Gets a Closer Look
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BAPE x NEIGHBORHOOD x adidas POD-S3.1 Gets a Closer Look

Slated to drop in 2019.
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Lil Yachty, Kid Cudi, and Big Sean Kick off the Return of the BAPE HEADS SHOW
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Lil Yachty, Kid Cudi, and Big Sean Kick off the Return of the BAPE HEADS SHOW

What?! No Teriyaki Boyz?
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A First Look at the BAPE x NEIGHBORHOOD x adidas POD-S3.1
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A First Look at the BAPE x NEIGHBORHOOD x adidas POD-S3.1

Another collaboration in the pipeline.
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BAPE Drops New Glow-In-The-Dark Mask
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BAPE Drops New Glow-In-The-Dark Mask

Winter ready wears.
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BAPE Updates the Type 1 BAPEX With Gold and Silver
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BAPE Updates the Type 1 BAPEX With Gold and Silver

Just in time for the holidays.
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'Ralph Breaks the Internet' Teams up With BAPE for Playful Collaboration
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'Ralph Breaks the Internet' Teams up With BAPE for Playful Collaboration

Ralph and Vanellope play nice with Milo.
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8 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week
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8 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week

Featuring Heron Preston, A-COLD-WALL*, BAPE and Supreme.
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