Trusted long-established stores that have supported the vintage clothing scene. Part 2: Suntrap, CAPRi, and RAIN

It's said that secondhand clothing is currently experiencing a huge boom, with many attractive secondhand clothing stores popping up in many cities across the country. Here are some must-visit stores in Japan, the world's enviable secondhand clothing powerhouse!

photo: Jun Nakagawa, Natsumi Kakuto, Shinryo Saeki, Shimpei Hanawa / text: Tetsu Takasuka, Shuhei Sato, Kei Osawa, Yusuke Nakamura, Shohei Kuroda

A long-established store that has supported the vintage clothing scene for many years

Suntrap (Koenji/Tokyo)

Inside Suntrap in Koenji
Don't miss the old signboard inside the store!

A prestigious and foundational store for second-hand clothing in Koenji

This famous store has been at the forefront of the highly competitive Koenji vintage clothing area for 25 years, specializing in high-quality vintage workwear. Knowing that famous designers from Japan and abroad, including NIGO®, place their trust in the store speaks volumes about the high quality of its products, but above all, its dedication to its customers.

There are many second-hand clothing stores that sell rare clothing, but it is extremely rare to find a store that stocks a large amount of old American household items such as buttons, thread, and zippers. It's a store that makes you want to learn about the history of clothing.

Inside Suntrap in Koenji
The racks are filled with a large number of miscellaneous items such as patches and thread.

RAIN (Osaka/Osaka)

Inside the Osaka store "RAIN"
Although it has a miscellaneous feel, the items are neatly arranged by genre.

A long-established restaurant with a distinctive Osaka-style mix

This long-established Osaka shop will celebrate its 27th anniversary in 2023. Owner Hiroyuki Onuma, who is in charge of buying, selects a wide variety of vintage, regular, and designer second-hand clothing.

The shop travels to the US every two months to purchase new items, so you'll find something new every time you visit. In the summer, the shop stocks a wide variety of Hawaiian shirts, and you can enjoy a unique Osaka-style mix of workwear and military wear.

Inside the Osaka store "RAIN"
There is also a wide selection of traditional vintage clothing that will satisfy even the most discerning adult.

CAPRi (Kyoto/Kyoto)

Inside CAPRi in Kyoto
There's also a leather jacket from Lewis Leathers.

It's like a maison. A fascinating microcosm of vintage clothing.

Located near Bukkoji Temple, this building is reminiscent of a Parisian maison. The interior has the same elegant atmosphere. This is a famous store in Kyoto's vintage clothing scene, focusing on denim and military items, and is particular about the ultimate condition and the background of each item.

The denim in the appointment-only room on the first floor is only the finest dark blue. Another specialty is the style that representative Sosuke Tanaka says "wear vintage and classic pieces from the past as if they were basic items." Learn the art of secondhand clothing for adults.

Inside CAPRi in Kyoto
The fixtures are vintage pieces from France and other countries.

*Many of the second-hand clothes introduced are one-of-a-kind and may be out of stock. Price information and other information is from the time of coverage and is subject to change.

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