When should I look at it?

From which perspective should we look at this?

That time when I felt nothing was changing—it definitely led to this very moment.

The present moment, which we can experience, sparks our imagination about what lies ahead.

There are many sides to everything.

Just as light is recognized by the presence of shadows,

You can't understand anything by looking at just one aspect,

By recognizing each of their existences, we can become aware of their multifaceted nature.

We are constantly living within a spectrum of relativity.

That's exactly why

To understand opposing concepts and their multifaceted nature,

Feel that difference and enjoy it.

That applies to things, events, and emotions alike

Even time itself.

Gradient

Gradation

About Gradation

April 24, 2025 / BLOG

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- Cloud Blanket -

Cloud Blanket

A season when you feel cool, chilly, and cold.

I wanted a versatile insulation piece that was different from the standard down or synthetic-fill jackets, so

One answer I came up with was a blanket.

The literal translation of "blanket" is "blanket."

I think many of you remember the sense of security you felt as a child when wrapped in that big, warm blanket.

The Cloud Blanket captures that sense of security and warmth in a way that’s uniquely Gradation.

As if enjoying the way the clouds change shape

Enjoy Cloud Blanket in a whole new way

Please drape a blanket over the areas that need warmth.

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- With Cardigan -

With Cardigan

The comfort of adding one more layer.

The transition between seasons.

If I just wear a T-shirt or a long-sleeve T-shirt, it just feels a little lacking.

It's nice to just throw on a shirt, but
I also thought it would be nice to have another option for how to layer them.

That's what led to the creation of

with cardigan。

A cardigan is something you wear "over" something else.

That’s exactly why the word “with” felt just right.

For example—
"A base layer with a cardigan"
"Today, I'm wearing a wool shirt with a cardigan over it."

I would be happy if I could become a part of your daily conversations and thoughts in that way, blending in naturally.

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- 2025FW - NEW PRODUCT

- Alternative Jacket -

Alternative JKT

Belonging nowhere, yet fitting in anywhere.

It's also a hiking shirt, and,
It also serves as a windshell, and
It's also a lightweight softshell, and,

And somewhere,
It kind of looks like a coach jacket.

"Choose Based on Your Own Instincts"

Alternative JKT is,
This piece effortlessly transcends the boundaries of genres and functions, embodying the freedom to “choose based on your own instincts.”

The fabric strikes a balance between lightness and strength, allowing the wind to flow through it while subtly conforming to the body’s movements.

A texture that blends naturally with both the great outdoors and the urban atmosphere.

The slightly wide silhouette allows the wearer to shape its look according to their own interpretation.

If you choose a larger size, it can be worn like a coat.
If you choose a smaller size, it'll look like a shirt.

There’s no set way to wear it, and there’s no “right” answer.

"How you wear it" is up to you.

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- 2025FW - NEW PRODUCT

- Warm Core Long-Sleeve T-Shirt -

Warm CoreS TE

It looks ordinary, but its core is warm.

The warmth that lies hidden in unseen places gently wraps around your core.

That is,

"Ryo's" Wisdom and
Born from the philosophy of Gradation
A new base layer that “belongs nowhere yet fits in anywhere.”

The change of seasons.

I get cold in the mountains, but I don't want to wear a jacket, and layering is too hot.

To resolve this slight sense of unease, I came up with the idea of giving only the lower abdomen a “double-layered structure.”

――Warm Core――

Literally translated, it means “warm core.”

This refers not only to a structure designed to warm the core, but also to the philosophy that “warmth resides precisely in the unseen parts.”

Choose a balance that feels right to you.

"Warm Core" was born at the intersection of freedom and functionality—a concept so characteristic of Gradation.