10th Year Anniversary

kay me started back in March 2011 and
we have made our way to 2021.
As we work on building the future, let's
take a look back over the journey
over the last 10 years

10th Year
Anniversary

kay me started back in March 2011 and we have made our way to 2021. As we work on building the future, let's take a look back over the journey over the last 10 years

"In a blink of an eye, we have already reached our 10th anniversary! For us, it is a huge achievement that came to be because of the support you have given us.

Supporting women with their busy lifestyles has been kay me's mission from the beginning, so to hear that our brand has encouraged women to feel more confident, proud, be complimented on or help them achieve success is truly uplifting. It is exactly what I envisioned us to do.

I'm really grateful to everyone that has shared their voice with me every day for the last 10 years - we exist to support you!"

kay me’s Lead Designer

10th Anniversary "Kimono Collection"
Select pre-orders available now

Full collection available for reservation from April 7th

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10th Anniversary "Kimono Collection"
Select pre-orders available now
Full collection available for reservation from April 7th

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Taking a Look Back at our Journey

2011.03

kay me is founded

On the day of the Great East Japan Earthquake, Junko Kemi decides to change direction – from consulting company to founding the kay me clothing line for modern women’s needs. The company is founded by Junko with support from her sister Reiko, neither of which had any experience in the retail or fashion businesses at the time

2011.07

kay me opens its first ‘salon’ in Ginza, Tokyo

2011.11

First fashion show at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel

kay me hosts its first ever fashion show event at the prestigious Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Tokyo

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2012.01

New "Try & Buy" service launches

Our new "Try & Buy" style service launches (‘Shichakubin’), giving customers in Japan the chance to try any clothing item without a down payment – a first of its kind

2013.02

Second shop opens at Shinjuku Odakyu

kay me expands into the world of department stores – collaborating with Odakyu at Shinjuku train station

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2014.02

kay me’s Ginza
moves to the high street

"A rolling stone never gathers moss" – kay me doubles the size of its flagship store in Ginza, Tokyo

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2015.07

Second fashion show

kay me holds its second fashion show in Ginza, Tokyo – appealing to a wider global audience

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2016.10

kay me live on the BBC

The BBC features kay me as an innovative new brand aimed at disrupting the professional women’s clothing sector

2017.07

Sixth store opens in central Shinjuku

Seven years after kay me's founding, the sixth location opens in Shinjuku 3-chome, close to Isetan

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2018.08

kay me Bag range launches

Offering up the same concepts as kay me clothing – light, comfortable, gorgeous but functional, kay me launches a range of bags for busy professionals and travelers

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2019.10

Launch of D2C Jewelry line

kay me’s new jewelry line launches with the concept of giving power to wearers, with designs greatly inspired by founder Junko Kemi's passion for traditional Japanese art and beauty. With planning, manufacturing and sales all handled inhouse, high-quality diamonds and craftsmanship in each piece can be retailed for less than 50% of the price of other high-end jewelers

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2020.07

Our Vegan Shoe ranges come to life

As part of our Eco-Project series, we launched a new series of pumps designed for those who want everyday beauty and maximum comfort from their heels. Crafted by artisan shoemakers in Tokyo, the design features '10 times the cushioning' built into the shoes and is made from 100% vegan materials

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2020.09

Expanding our product line
with Vegan Boots

Born out of the need of making shoes that were beautiful, comfortable and warm for the cooler seasons of the year. Crafted with high-tech vegan materials that don’t compromise on quality.

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2021.02.24

New store opened in Nagoya

Opened on the 4th floor of Nagoya’s iconic Mitsukoshi Department Store and a short distance to the Nagoya TV Tower and Nagoya Castle!

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2021.03.03

New store opened in Fukuoka

Located in the heart of Fukuoka on the 4th floor of the beautiful Mitsukoshi Department Store.

Around a 100 square meters, this is kay me’s largest shop to date, perfect to relax while shopping!

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2021.03.10

New store to open in Hanshin Umeda

Conveniently placed with direct access to Osaka’s Metro system, this shop on the 5th floor of Hanshin Department Store is a new look for kay me, come see the chic new interiors!

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