So many people admire Japan for its traditional culture and art forms. But it’s also impossible to discuss Japan without mentioning fashion. As the center of Asian fashion, Japan has broken the West’s monopoly on the scene and created a completely different fashion style all its own. It’s no exaggeration to say that Japan is even a guide for Asian fashion trends. Japan’s trendy looks develop and evolve in sync with elements of fashion from around the world:
With its fusion of different styles and attention to detail, Japanese fashion has had a profound influence on fashion trends in Asia.

Many women admire the admire the stylish and practical styles worn by Japanese fashion models, and hope to master the elegant and refined techniques of Japanese fashion. To this end, we’ve carefully selected several clothing shops and brands in shopping malls in Umeda. We spoke with store staff, who know the local trends and fashion culture inside and out, and got the inside scoop on the latest must-have items in modern Japanese ladies fashion.

une nana cool

Fashionable women also take care with their underwear. With this in mind, let’s take a look first at une nana cool in HANKYU SANBAN GAI.

"une nana cool" means "a kind of cool girl" in French. The shop’s manifesto says that “women should live for themselves.” Every day, the act of putting on your underwear can even be a small ritual to feel confident as you start a new day. To that end, une nana cool’s underwear items are both beautiful and comfortable, perfect for any woman ready to face herself head-on.

Staff here recommended a non-wire triangular bra with a Liberty print. This bra is made from a popular cotton-blend, which makes it soft and comfortable to wear. It’s available in size M or L, and because it folds up to a compact size, it’s also the perfect choice for girls who love to travel.

le.coeur blanc

le.coeur blanc, located in Diamor Osaka, is a ladies fashion brand designed with a "French comfy chic" theme. The simple and understated designs make use of just the right amount of trendiness, giving a French sense of relaxation, and still letting your personality shine through.

This season's fashion item, as recommended by store staff, is this plaid double-breasted jacket. Its simple and sophisticated design is sure to make the wearer look snappy. The delicate silhouette is perfect for casual, everyday wear that can perfectly round-out your fall closet.

RNA MEDIA

Founded in 1984, the brand RNA is a casual women's fashion brand with a focus on jeans and unisex style. Focusing largely on denim items, RNA adds new highlights each season, offering fashionable and avant-garde street fashion that’s sure to elevate your look. Located in HEP FIVE, RNA MEDIA is RNA’s official store. The store manager recommend two simple and easy-to-use fashion items, both of which can add the perfect accent to a simple outfit. Try adding some zip to your look, too!

Mixed chain necklace; ¥3,850 (tax included)

Striped large knit hat ¥7,150 (tax included)

exclusive plus

Sometimes, even wearing the most common outfit can put some spring in your step. Sharing the true power of clothing - to change how we feel - is exclusive's simplest brand philosophy. exclusive plus is a select shop in HERBIS, and every item - whether from a traditional brands or the latest - offers the power to change your outlook.

The store staff recommended this nylon tote bag with a rope handle. The bag has a simple design, and the rope handle adds a highlight. The inside of the bag is divided into two parts, offering the kind of excellent storage capacity you’d expect from a Japanese-made product. The nylon material has excellent water repellency, is very easy to clean, and is lightweight, too, so it’s perfect for everyday outings.

FORM-i

With a history of 50 years, FORM-i offers repair services for clothes and bags, but is also a very interesting alternative fashion shop. The store is staffed by highly skilled staff who can offer a variety of professional tailoring services, not only for ordinary clothes, but also for repairing and dyeing knitted and leather products. If you need to adjust the length of the pants you purchased on your trip, FORM-i offers a same-day shortening service perfect for travelers.

Most notably, in addition to their usual tailoring services, FORM-i can not only adjust the size of your clothes, but also combine your ideas with their professional designs to make completely new designs. Your clothes will be transformed, with a whole new look to love.

The staff most recommend a free size fashion item remade from a Japanese kimono! It’s the perfect way to uniquely incorporate this traditional Japanese design into your everyday fashion. All items are handmade and available in limited quantities, so don't miss out!

*Information in this article is accurate as of the date of posting. There is a possibility that details regarding these products and services have changed, or that some shops have since closed.