masaaki homma

masaaki homma

Founder of mastermind JAPAN

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Industries
Streetwear
Founded 1970
Headquarters Niigata, Japan

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Masaaki Homma is a Japanese designer and the founder of mastermind JAPAN. Homma had worked in sales for seven years at Yohji Yamamoto, after which, he became a manager for a boutique that sold clothes from new designers. In 1997, Homma launched mastermind. After struggling for a few seasons, the label got its first order and the brand was launched into popularity. mastermind is known for its skulls and bones logo, which adorns the high priced products. The brand often collaborates with other labels on limited edition and coveted items.
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An Official Look at Timberland & mastermind WORLD's Upcoming Collaboration
Fashion

An Official Look at Timberland & mastermind WORLD's Upcoming Collaboration

A branding heavy team up.
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Investigating the Past, Present & Future of mastermind JAPAN/WORLD With Masaaki Homma
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Investigating the Past, Present & Future of mastermind JAPAN/WORLD With Masaaki Homma

“I think I drew more than 1,000 skulls to create the design we use now.”
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A Closer Look at the mastermind x SUICOKE ELS-VM2 Boot
Footwear

A Closer Look at the mastermind x SUICOKE ELS-VM2 Boot

Part of mastermind JAPAN’s 2017 fall/winter collection.
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Uncovering the Mystery of mastermind JAPAN
Fashion 

Uncovering the Mystery of mastermind JAPAN

A timeline of the brand with help from founder, Masaaki Homma.
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mastermind JAPAN Is Set to Release a Series of Retrospective Books
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mastermind JAPAN Is Set to Release a Series of Retrospective Books

To celebrate its 20th anniversary.
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Essentials: Masaaki Homma of mastermind WORLD
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Essentials: Masaaki Homma of mastermind WORLD

Including coveted collaborations from the renowned brand’s archive.
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