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SUBU vs AMBUSH: similarities and differences

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SUBU

Japan Founded 2016

Outdoor & functional · Minimal & basics · Polished & dressy

AMBUSH

Japan Founded 2008

Streetwear · Trends & youth culture · Decoration & playfulness

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Outdoor & functional

    SUBU shows a stronger emphasis

  • Streetwear

    AMBUSH shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

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Traits of SUBU and AMBUSH, shown relative to each brand.
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Traits farther from the centre are more prominent within each brand. The chart uses the same relative display as the brand profile. Area does not indicate brand quality or absolute differences between brands.

Traits by category

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  • SUBU
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Minimal & basics
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Polished & dressy
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Luxury & heritage
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Avant-garde & designer
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Decoration & playfulness
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Streetwear
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Trends & youth culture
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Sporty & sportswear
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Outdoor & functional
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Basic information

Field
SUBU
AMBUSH
Country Japan Japan
Founded 2016 2008
Category Footwear Clothing
Other categories — Bags Accessories Footwear Eyewear

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

SUBU

  • SUBU NANNEN

    Within SUBU’s lineup, this outdoor-oriented derivative line is designed for use near fires, such as ...

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  • SUBU VAMP

    A derivative line positioned as an “evolved” version of SUBU, building on its signature comfort with...

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  • SUBU amp

    A premium label launched by SUBU in 2018, this derivative line is centered on “premium basics,” elev...

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  • SUBU RE:COLLECTION

    Re: is a spin-off line developed by SUBU as a sustainable collection that “moves forward toward the ...

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AMBUSH

Collaborations

SUBU

  • 2025-11-28

    TOGA

    TOGA and SUBU’s first collaboration, featuring winter sandals that incorporate TOGA’s coin metal and Western motifs/graphics into SUBU slip-ons with brushed lining and a four-layer insole.

  • A.P.C.

    A.P.C. × SUBU (November 2024): two styles of winter sandals. Available in A.P.C.-like colors and materials, including black and khaki, they are also ideal as year-end gifts.

SUBU collaborations

AMBUSH

  • 2023

    Levi's

    A Spring/Summer 2023 collaboration with AMBUSH. Details derived from moto culture are incorporated into denim, and the collaboration is presented as a continuation of the first installment from the previous season.

  • 2021-05-18

    Nike

    AMBUSH (Yoon Ahn) × Nike. Multiple colorways featuring its distinctive “extended Swoosh” and heel construction were released in 2021, using models such as the Dunk High.

  • 2019-10-21

    Converse

    A collaboration with Ambush (2019). The first collection reinterpreted the Chuck 70 and Pro Leather with futuristic utility, exaggerated proportions, and protective elements.

  • 2018-06-23

    Dior

    As part of Dior Homme’s new structure, AMBUSH’s YOON AHN was appointed jewelry designer in 2018 and collaborated on the accessories division of the men’s collections. The range focused mainly on jewelry such as chains and logo pieces.

  • 2014-02-24

    Maison Kitsuné

    In 2014, items including jackets and fox-fur key accessories were released with AMBUSH to mark the first anniversary of the Tokyo store.

  • 2011-08

    WTAPS

    A limited release by three brands: AMBUSH × A BATHING APE × WTAPS. BAPE CREEPSTA is offered in an all-leather version in black/blue.

AMBUSH collaborations

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