Hello everyone!

This is Hasegawa from GANKO Takasaki.

Today, I’m excited to introduce CCU, a new brand we will begin carrying for the 2025 Autumn/Winter season.

【About CCU: Brand Concept】

The brand name CCU originates from the traditional festival "Chagu Chagu Umakko."
This event, rooted in Iwate's Nanbu Magariya culture, represents the deep affection and respect for horses — a spirit known as “aiba seishin.”
The festival began as the only day of rest during the farming season when horses were still essential for agricultural work.

With great respect for that spirit, CCU aims to create timeless products that grow more beloved with every use.

Under the concept of “LEATHER – COMFORTABLE – PRODUCT,” CCU focuses on soft, comfortable leather that overturns the traditional image of leather being stiff or hard to wear.
The brand’s pattern making values the space between the body and the leather, ensuring comfort and ease.
Its collection features leather pieces that naturally blend into everyday life.

【Designer Background】

The designer Tsubasa Kaneko previously worked in production management at WACKO MARIA, and he brings that wealth of experience into CCU’s product development.

【Personal Impressions】

Personally, I find CCU incredibly appealing for its balance of premium quality and accessible pricing — most pieces are priced under 100,000 yen despite being made of genuine leather.

As the brand concept emphasizes, the relaxed sizing created by the thoughtfully spaced patterns gives the jackets a casual ease, while still functioning as authentic leather outerwear.

The range is also impressively diverse, including coats, vests, down vests, and tailored jackets — all crafted from leather.

You can see the lineup in person at our store.

If you’re curious, we’d love for you to stop by!

Please stay tuned for even more exciting developments from GANKO this 2025AW season!