Artist / Creative Director “Artman” Sagara

Born in 1980 in Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture.Influenced by a family background in the stone industry, they began practicing calligraphy from an early age. After joining Shu Uemura Cosmetics Co., Ltd. as a makeup artist, they moved to France alone. Inspired by the design aesthetics of art, fashion, and architecture in Paris, they held solo exhibitions featuring paintings and calligraphy. After returning to Japan, they relocated to Tokyo and founded Sagara Design Office Co., Ltd. in 2013. In 2020, they launched UN-P, where they continue to work as a creative director, engaging in store design, product design, and furniture production both domestically and internationally.

Director “Katsu” Manabe

Born in 1979 in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture.
After joining Japan Blue Co., Ltd., a company founded by their father, they traveled across Asia, Europe, and the United States to develop new markets for denim-related products, including Momotaro Jeans.Later, they were appointed as Executive Vice President, dedicating themselves to expanding the company’s business both domestically and internationally.Following the establishment of UN-P, they have leveraged their expertise in apparel and extensive international experience to contribute to brand.

Buyer / Creative Director “SUGI”

Born in 1981 in Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Upon graduating from university, they joined a vintage clothing store and later relocated to Nagoya City, where they began working as a full-fledged vintage buyer while also engaging in the development of new apparel products.At UN-P, they are responsible for sourcing vintage clothing and materials, including fabrics. With extensive knowledge of vintage history and functional beauty, they contribute ideas and designs for the reconstruction of UN-P creations.