Takuya Kusakawa of Chotokkyu Appears in FIRST DOWN USA Official Web Magazine 'FD WEB MAGAZINE Vol.2'

Mizujin Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: 1-15-3 Ryutsu Center, Yanagizu-cho, Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture; Representative Director: Yoshinari Nakamura, hereinafter "Mizujin"), which operates the American street and outdoor brand "FIRST DOWN USA," has released its official web magazine, 'FD WEB MAGAZINE.' In Vol.2, Takuya Kusakawa of Chotokkyu appears again, following the previous issue.

FIRST DOWN USA, born in the United States in 1983, is a brand that has evolved against the backdrop of street and outdoor culture in New York during the 80s and 90s. For its Spring 2026 collection, the brand proposes a new style that fuses urban and nature, street and outdoor, under the theme of "NEW MIX OF CULTURE."

Appearing in the web magazine again is Takuya Kusakawa, an actor and member of the main dancer & back vocal group Chotokkyu. We asked Kusakawa, who also announced collaboration items with the brand in April, about his fashion roots and what has influenced him.

In conjunction with this project, socks and caps were developed as collaboration items with Takuya Kusakawa.

The collaboration items were released on April 15, 2026, and sold out on the same day.

Due to overwhelming customer response, made-to-order production began on April 17, 2026 (Friday) at 9:00. Orders will be accepted until May 3, 2026 (Sunday) at 23:59.

Collaboration Item "Logo Cap" Collaboration Item "Logo Socks"

▷Limited to purchasers of collaboration items or worn items! Original trading card gift

Following the previous issue, customers who purchase two or more items, including collaboration items or worn items, will receive an original trading card.

There are two types of trading cards.

Which one you receive will be random and cannot be chosen. Don't miss out on these special items that can only be obtained here. *Orders placed from April 15 (Tuesday) 9:00 are eligible.

Now available on the official website.

FD WEB MAGAZINE Vol.2

Wearing Information

Worn Items

MOUNTAIN CREST COVERALL

An impactful coverall featuring FIRST DOWN's iconic "mountain motif" as a switching design. With a relaxed silhouette and raglan sleeves, it offers a comfortable, stress-free fit.

Worn Items

S/S TEE COTTON JERSEY #1

A simple yet sophisticated short-sleeved T-shirt with a single-point logo. The single-point logo embroidery adds an accent, enhancing the simple design. Available in 8 variations, it supports a wide range of styles from casual to sporty.

Worn Items

UTILITY CINO PANTS

Utility chino pants updated to a modern silhouette based on military and work elements. A gusset crotch is adopted in the inseam for ease of movement and comfortable wear. In addition to the three-dimensional wide straight silhouette, center creases give it a casual yet elegant look.

Photos / Video: Yuki Hori

Styling: Kazuro Sanbon

Hair & Makeup: Kazuhiro Nagano

Text: Kaori Komatsu

Direction: Dai Iwaya

Takuya Kusakawa

Takuya Kusakawa (born November 24, 1994, from Tokyo) is an actor and dancer. He belongs to Stardust Promotion and is also active as a member of the dance & vocal group "Chotokkyu" (activity name: Takuya). He joined Chotokkyu in 2012 and gained popularity as a main dancer, while also appearing in numerous dramas and films as an actor. His representative works include the "Ultraman Ginga" series and "Minato Shouji Coin Laundry." He balances his acting career and music activities, drawing attention for his natural acting and stable presence.

About FIRST DOWN USA

"Dream It. Be It."

In 1980s New York, where subway cars were filled with tags and graffiti, and an unsettling mood and tension hung over the city as one of America's most crime-ridden cities.

FIRST DOWN was born and grew in this very place, and continues to evolve as a real street and outdoor brand. Its functional and urban items give you the power to challenge and achieve.

View Official Brand Website

Store Information

◆FIRST DOWN USA Kichijoji Store

1-7-7 Kichijoji Minamicho, Musashino City, Tokyo HULIC &New KICHIJOJI 1F

0422-26-8230

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