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NIGO: From Japan with Love
Explore the vision and legacy of Japanese designer and creative director NIGO – from street style to music and beyond, in the first UK exhibition showcasing his multifaceted creative work, alongside vintage objects and traditional crafts from his personal collection.
What to expect
From the back streets of Harajuku, Tokyo, to the global stage, this is the first-ever museum retrospective exhibition outside of Japan that charts the career and life of the Japanese creative director, NIGO, one of the first creatives to bridge the worlds of streetwear and luxury fashion. Over a 30-year career, NIGO has helped define some of the most influential trends in contemporary fashion, successfully crossing fashion, music, architecture and interior design.
This landmark exhibition features over 700 objects, with highlights including a recreation of NIGO’s teenage bedroom, rare designs, ceramics hand-thrown by NIGO himself, and a life-size glass tea house made especially for the exhibition. His work draws on influences spanning vintage Americana, streetwear, hip-hop, traditional Japanese craft and growing up in 1980s Tokyo.
Working across street style, fashion, music, and more, NIGO has been behind some of the most influential designs, ideas and trends in recent streetwear and fashion history. From founding his first fashion brand, A Bathing Ape, in the ‘90s to his current role as artistic director of KENZO, his impact remains as wide-reaching and relevant as ever.
The exhibition gives visitors a glimpse into NIGO’s world, from his personal collection of vintage clothing and objects to his close network of collaborators, and showcases his practice and ability to draw on wide-ranging disciplines and cultural references, which have given rise to some of the most iconic brands.
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NIGO at the Design Museum. Photo Luke Hayes
Exhibition overview. Photo Luke Hayes
NIGO photographed at the Design Museum. Photo credit Elliot James Kennedy
NIGO photographed at the Design Museum. Photo credit Elliot James Kennedy
NIGO photographed at the Design Museum. Photo credit Elliot James Kennedy
NIGO photographed at the Design Museum. Photo credit Elliot James Kennedy
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NIGO at the Design Museum. Photo Luke Hayes
Exhibition overview. Photo Luke Hayes
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Booking information
Adult: From £15.29
Child: From £7.65
Student/Concession: From £11.47
Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Visit our terms & conditions page for further information.
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OPENING TIMES
10:00 – 17:00 (Monday to Thursday)
10:00 – 18:00 (Friday to Sunday)
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Please note that the museum accepts digital/card payments only, including ticket desk, shops and cafes.
ICOM cardholders, please contact bookings@designmuseum.org for information on how to book your ticket.
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Exhibition shop
NIGO book
You can buy the accompanying exhibition book via the Design Museum Shop for home delivery or add it to your ticket purchase to collect on the day of your visit. Explore our online shop or high street shop to discover exclusive products from the exhibition range.
NIGO Exhibition Shop
Don't miss out. Visit our high street and pop-up shops featuring a range of exclusive items inspired by our special NIGO exhibition, including limited-edition streetwear designed in collaboration with Nike. Not in London? Part of this collection is also available in our online shop, which ships worldwide.
Related events
Audio-Described Tour of NIGO: From Japan with Love
Discover the highlights of the exhibition NIGO: From Japan with Love in this group tour for blind and visually impaired visitors and their companions.
Curator Tour of NIGO: From Japan with Love
Enjoy a group tour of the highlights and behind the scenes details of NIGO: From Japan with Love, delivered by the exhibition curator Esme Hawes.
Relaxed Opening of NIGO: From Japan with Love
Join us for a Relaxed Opening of 'NIGO: From Japan with Love', suitable for people who might find visiting museums overwhelming. A dedicated team will welcome visitors with a neurodivergent profile, sensory processing differences, SEND, neurological conditions, or anxiety and their families, companions, and carers.
NIGO: From Japan with Love is supported by NOT A HOTEL
NIGO’s chosen furniture partner: USM Modular Furniture
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Background image: NIGO photographed at the Design Museum. Photo credit Elliot James Kennedy