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nonnative EXPLORER

Basic information

Country
Japan
Founded
1999
Category
Clothing / Bags / Footwear

Overview

nonnative EXPLORER is a sub-line/product group developed by nonnative, a Tokyo-based brand. The parent brand nonnative was founded in Tokyo in 1999 by founder Satoshi Saffen, and Takayuki Fujii became its designer in 2001. The EXPLORER designation is used for technical/utility-oriented items such as jackets, vests, bags, and footwear. The range focuses on practicality and uses high-performance materials such as GORE‑TEX. Its products are sold through official shops and select shops in Japan and overseas. The parent company, TNP Company, also operates brands and retail businesses such as Hobo and Vendor.

Concept

Independent. Unaffiliated. Neutral. Not belonging to a particular country or culture.

Parent brands

  • nonnative 1999

    nonnative EXPLORER is the name of an outerwear and gear line centered on outdoor functionality. It has consistently offered down jackets, puffer jackets, and bags and pouches marked EXPLORER. Products using GORE‑TEX and high-performance insulation have been presented in collaborations with outdoor-specialist brands such as WILD THINGS. The line is positioned to reinforce the brand’s field and technical domain.

    A line focused on outdoor and technical outerwear