Kijima Takayuki x TEATORA AQUAKINESIS Collection Has a Cap & Bucket Hat
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Kijima Takayuki and TEATORA have collaborated on the AQUAKINESIS capsule, a two-piece headwear collection developed from TEATORA’s performance-focused AQUAKINESIS line. The release introduces the Cartridge Cap AQ and Cartridge Hat AQ, reinterpreting classic cap and bucket hat silhouettes through Kijima Takayuki’s original patternmaking approach. Both styles are presented in an all-black colorway and constructed from fabrics selected for travel, resort, and everyday use. The collaboration combines TEATORA’s technical apparel development with Kijima Takayuki’s established expertise in hat design.
The Cartridge Cap AQ and Cartridge Hat AQ are made from a nylon, polyester, and polyurethane blend that provides stretch, durability, and comfort. The AQUAKINESIS fabric is also designed to be ultra-water-repellent, quick-drying, and UV-resistant, supporting use across a range of environments. The cap is priced at ¥16,000 JPY, while the bucket hat retails for ¥18,000 JPY. The Kijima Takayuki x TEATORA AQUAKINESIS collection launches on May 30, 2026 through TEATORA, Kijima Takayuki, and select retailers including BEAMS, Coverchord, and Loftman.
Image Credit: TEATORA
The Cartridge Cap AQ and Cartridge Hat AQ are made from a nylon, polyester, and polyurethane blend that provides stretch, durability, and comfort. The AQUAKINESIS fabric is also designed to be ultra-water-repellent, quick-drying, and UV-resistant, supporting use across a range of environments. The cap is priced at ¥16,000 JPY, while the bucket hat retails for ¥18,000 JPY. The Kijima Takayuki x TEATORA AQUAKINESIS collection launches on May 30, 2026 through TEATORA, Kijima Takayuki, and select retailers including BEAMS, Coverchord, and Loftman.
Image Credit: TEATORA
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Technical Travel Headwear — A rise in travel-focused headwear combines weather-resistant, quick-drying fabrics with refined silhouettes, enabling multifunctional hats that serve both aesthetic and performance needs.
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