When it comes to denim, Japan is the planet’s leading market. The country’s infatuation with the utilitarian fabric started with an overall obsession with all things Americana in the 1950s, and thanks to the multi-faceted sensibilities innate to its culture, crafting denim and designing denimwear have become an expertise that inspires professionals and consumers anywhere. It’s no surprise that denim brands, especially foreign ones, pull out all the stops to make their mark in Japan as any action is bound to resonate worldwide.