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Our Brands

WIND AND SEA

Stylist, photographer, and brand director Takashi Kumagai, who has been active in various fields and previously launched the brand 'GDC', opened a personal shop 'WIND AND SEA' in Komazawa, Tokyo. The original brand 'WIND AND SEA' derived from there was transferred to franky and started in September 2018. In addition to online sales, it is also sold at the flagship shop in Nakameguro.

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moln

moln is a brand for creating individual journeys. Starting with meticulously crafted suitcases, we assist in enriching journeys around the Earth.

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PERVERZE

'PERVERZE' is a Tokyo-based fashion brand and project established in 2016 by anonymous young creators. It updates the respect for vintage wear from the 1980s to 90s into streetwear, gathering much support with its unique style.

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Yu Akasaka赤坂優
CEO
Co-founded Eureka, Inc. with Nishikawa in 2008 and became the CEO. Released one of Japan's largest dating and marriage matching services, 'Pairs', in 2012. Membership has grown to 10 million. Sold all issued shares to the US-based NASDAQ-listed Match Group in 2015. Since 2016, has been an angel investor focusing on domestic startups, investing in about 90 companies. External director of trippiece Inc. Started franky Inc. in 2020.
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Ryota Shirakami白髪亮太
CFO
Graduated from Waseda University, Faculty of Law. After working at Mitsubishi UFJ Bank and Deloitte Tohmatsu Consulting LLC, became a founding member of Tryfunds Inc., involved in launching the consulting business, fundraising, organizational development, management, business investment, and M&A as Director and CFO. Spun off the in-house new business BIZIT Inc. and sold it to GCA Corporation, then joined franky in April 2021. Responsible for business planning, finance, HR, and management. Appointed Executive Officer and CFO in September 2022.
Jun Nishikawa西川順
Advisor
Graduated from Rikkyo University, Faculty of Economics. Studied at Maastricht University School of Business in the Netherlands. After working at foreign IT ventures and CyberAgent, co-founded Eureka, Inc. with Yu Akasaka in 2008, serving as Executive Vice President COO & CFO. Released one of Japan's largest dating and marriage matching services, 'Pairs', in 2012. Also launched and represented Taiwan's Weili Family Co., Ltd. and Singapore eureka. Resigned in October 2017 after selling Eureka to the US-based Match Group. Since then, as an angel investor, has invested in 30 startups in NY, LA, San Francisco, Singapore, Korea, and Japan, and co-founded franky Inc. with Akasaka in 2020.
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2020.10.29Press Release

Acquired All Issued Shares of Merckmahl Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Hirotaka Shiga) and Made It a Wholly Owned Subsidiary

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PERVERZE to Participate in Design & Art Festival 'DESIGNART TOKYO 2025'.

EcoSmart Fire Launches New Product 'Pillar 3 Leather Low'

EcoSmart Fire Roppongi Showroom to Host Limited-Time POPUP Exhibition 'Texture & Flame – Leather x Stone x Flame'

The T-Lite3 by EcoSmart Fire was featured in the lifestyle magazine 'Ku:nel November issue'

PERVERZE Opens Store in 'HAUS NOWHERE SHENZHEN', Shenzhen, China

[WIND AND SEA] Gotemba Premium Outlets Permanent Store Opens

EcoSmart Fire Roppongi Showroom to Host 'The World of Brazilian Modern – Furniture and Flame' Exhibition

moln to Host Popup Store at Isetan Shinjuku

WIND AND SEA Korea THE HYUNDAI SEOUL Popup Store to Open for a Limited Time

PERVERZE to Open 'PERVERZE TEMPORARY PRESENCE' in Kyoto for a Limited Time

Luxury Brand Store 'Stok' Officially Released

WIND AND SEA Shibuya PARCO Popup Store to Open for a Limited Time

WIND AND SEA Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets Popup Store to Open for a Limited Time

EcoSmart Fire Magazine 'Fire and People' vol.6 Released

WIND AND SEA Gotemba Premium Outlets Popup Store to Open for a Limited Time

MARVEL×WIND AND SEA Collaboration Product Pre-Orders Begin

WIND AND SEA to Host Popup Store at Hankyu Men's Tokyo

moln Hosting Popup Store at Matsuya Ginza 7F Design Collection

PERVERZE Hosting Limited-Time POPUP STORE at Hankyu Umeda Main Store 3F D-LAB

EcoSmart Fire to Exhibit at 'JAPAN SHOP 2025' from March 4th (Tue)

moln to Host Popup Store 'Start your journey with moln' at Ginza Mitsukoshi

franky Acquires 'PERVERZE' Brand from IMCF Corporation

WIND AND SEA's Tokyo Flagship Store Relocates and Opens Along Shibuya Fire Street

tokotowa Featured in 'Fujingaho' Magazine November 2022 Issue

tokotowa Featured in Online Edition of 'Numero TOKYO' Magazine

Interview with Our CEO Akasaka Featured in Lifestyle Magazine 'GOETHE' October 2022 Issue

Pre-Orders Begin for 'moln' Suitcase, a Bag-Like Suitcase that Blends with Earth's Scenery

Qualum Featured in Web Media 'PetHapi'

Interview with Our CEO Akasaka Featured in Lifestyle Magazine 'GOETHE' February 2022 Issue

Qualum Featured in Web Media 'TechCrunch Japan'

'Qualum' Officially Launches Breed-Specific Personalization Feature

Qualum Featured in Web Media 'no-ma'

Qualum Featured in Web Media 'BRIDGE'

Qualum Featured in Web Media 'CNET Japan'

Roundtable Discussion with Our CEO Akasaka Featured in Fashion & Beauty Industry Media 'WWD JAPAN.com'

moln Featured in Space Design Media 'TECTURE MAG'

moln Featured in Technology Media 'GIZMODO'

Merged with Elliott, Operated by WIND AND SEA

Travel Brand 'moln' Suitcase Design Image Released on Teaser Site

Interview with Our CEO Akasaka Featured in Business Media 'Diamond Signal'

Official Release of 'Qualum' Gift Box Service for Dogs

Roundtable Discussion with Our CEO Akasaka Featured in Business Media 'Forbes'

Interview with Our CEO Akasaka Featured in Lifestyle Magazine 'GOETHE' February 2021 Issue

franky Featured in Fashion & Beauty Industry Media 'WWD JAPAN.com'

Interview with Our CEO Akasaka Featured in Business Media 'Diamond Signal'

Acquired All Issued Shares of Merckmahl Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Hirotaka Shiga) and Made It a Wholly Owned Subsidiary

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[WIND AND SEA] Ikebukuro PARCO Parappa the Rapper Collaboration POPUP Event