Takahiro Miyashita (宮下貴裕) has confirmed he will step away from the label he founded in 2010, TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist. His Autumn/Winter 2025 collection — titled “The Black-and-White Realism” — will be his final showing for the brand.
Miyashita’s exit was announced in a press release and covered by fashion media worldwide. The brand says it is “committed to nurturing its next chapter,” while Miyashita’s own words hint at a fresh start: “A new band, a new noise, catch me there,” a line quoted in coverage of the announcement.
Miyashita first rose to prominence with Number (N)ine in the late 1990s and launched The Soloist after leaving that project. Over 15 years, he built a reputation for quiet, personal work that mixes avant-garde ideas with strong references to music and youth culture. His career and creative approach have made him one of Japan’s most discussed designers in recent decades.
Expect the FW25 show to be treated as a manifesto and a closing chapter. Industry sources say the brand will continue on, though details about leadership or creative direction have not been announced. Outside the runway, many in Tokyo and abroad will watch for Miyashita’s next move — whether it’s another label, a collaboration, or a different creative path.