Born in California, America, "
Marmot" is an outdoor brand with over 50 years of history, loved by many in Japan. From Marmot comes the new brand "
MARMOT CAPITAL," born last year with a completely new concept.
Let’s delve into the charms of MARMOT CAPITAL, from the story behind its inception to the new collection for AW 2024.
Marmot's Roots: Creating Gear for Alpinists
Marmot started in 1974 in California and has since expanded to become a global outdoor brand.The origins of Marmot lie in creating gear such as sleeping bags for a university mountaineering club, and in 1976 it gained recognition for being one of the first outdoor brands to incorporate GORE-TEX material.
Today, it is a large-scale brand known for handling a wide range of outdoor gear, earning the support of many alpinists.
The Director: Kikuno, a Model & Creator
Having touched on Marmot's roots, let’s move on to the story behind the birth of MARMOT CAPITAL. A new project began to create a unique brand for Japan. To achieve something that had never been done before with Marmot, one person was brought on as a director: Kikuno, who excels in various fields as a model, designer, and video creator.