[Mother's Day] Beautifully Overcome the Intense Heat with Black. kuros' (Cross) Proposes New Summer Gifts

Tokyo Soir Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo, President and Representative Director: Junichi Koizumi), which develops women's formal wear, will sequentially release gift products for Mother's Day from late April, offered by its lifestyle brand "kuros'" (Cross), which specializes in black. The lineup is themed "Gift a beautiful item to get through the long summer."

**Social Background**
Summers are getting hotter year by year. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency's announcement*, the average temperature in Japan during the summer (June-August 2025) was +2.36°C higher than the average, making it the hottest summer since statistics began in 1898. The number of locations that experienced extremely hot days (mosho-bi), as observed at AMEDAS stations nationwide, also recorded a record high of 9,385 locations since 2010. Summer 2026 is also expected to have an early end to the rainy season and an increase in extremely hot days, so heatstroke prevention measures may be necessary earlier than usual this year.

*Source: Japan Meteorological Agency website
https://www.data.jma.go.jp/cpd/longfcst/seasonal/202508/202508s.html

**kuros' Mother's Day Gifts**
May 10, 2026, is Mother's Day. According to a survey by Hahanohi.me*, over 60% of respondents said they "sent a gift" on Mother's Day 2025.
• Sent: 62.3%
• Did not send: 37.3%
• Other: 0.4%
Furthermore, over 70% of respondents stated that "mothers-in-law are included as recipients of Mother's Day gifts."
• Mothers-in-law included: 72.0%
• Mothers-in-law not included: 26.2%
• Other: 1.9%
This indicates that Mother's Day has become established as a culture for expressing gratitude to loved ones.

"kuros'" (Cross) is a new lifestyle brand by Tokyo Soir that extends the aesthetic of "black" from formal wear, cultivated for over 50 years, into everyday life. With the desire to deliver the infinite potential and strength of black to everyone living true to themselves, they offer a wide range of items based on black. Their product selection is based on the concept of "items that bring joy to mind and body," "things born from the passion of their creators," and "items that can be cherished and used for a long time." Moving forward, they will continue to propose gift items centered around black to refine daily life and sharpen sensibilities, across all aspects of lifestyle.

We want to spend our days feeling refreshed and dignified even in sweltering air. As a Mother's Day gift, we propose "summer black" that allows one to comfortably spend time even in extreme heat. kuros' offers items themed "Gift a beautiful item to get through the long summer," including high-quality, breathable linen shirts, dresses that can be casually worn for relaxation or outings, and beautiful parasols that enhance the elegance of being under one.
This time, a message card will be included for those who wish for Mother's Day gifts.
Because it is a gift for a loved one, we aim for sustainable consumption by choosing high-quality items that can be used for a long time.

*Source: Hahanohi.me ([https://hahanohi.me/](https://hahanohi.me/)) [2026 Fiscal Year] Mother's Day Survey
Survey Subject: Males and females aged 10s to 70s (Total 1235 participants) Survey Period: February 16, 2026 - March 9, 2026

**Stores**
• KITTE Marunouchi 2nd Floor
• NEWoMan Takanawa North Area 1st Floor Limited-time POP-UP Shop
• Official Online Store
• ZOZOTOWN

Official Website: https://kuros.style/
Instagram: @kuros_tokyo
LINE: kuros' | Official LINE Account

**Gift a Breath of Fresh Air to Drape On Casually**
kuros' Original Linen Shirt Long Sleeve (UNISEX) ¥20,900 (Tax Incl.)
[OJO DE MEX × kuros' Exclusive] Mercado Bag ¥12,100 (Tax Incl.)
A minimalist long-sleeve shirt utilizing high-quality linen material. Its smooth feel makes it a convenient item to have for sun protection or air-conditioning. A summer staple item that completes your style when worn over a t-shirt or tank top.

kuros' Original Dress (LADIES') ¥22,000 (Tax Incl.)
[AMPIANA × kuros' Exclusive] Raffia Bag Shallow Black S ¥16,500 (Tax Incl.)
This elegant French-sleeve dress is perfect for hot days. By blending polyester with moisture-absorbing cupra material, even cupra, which normally cannot be machine washed, becomes machine washable. It's a welcome material that can be worn without worry even during sweaty seasons.
The bag is a black woven bag exclusively made for kuros' by AMPIANA from Madagascar. Its appeal lies in the texture unique to natural materials and the patina that develops with age, becoming more supple with use. The feeling of nurturing a handmade bag is a charming item.

**Gift Dignified Elegance**
Lightweight Linen Apron ¥11,000 (Tax Incl.)
Even the classic gift of an apron looks stylish in dignified black. With a minimalist design that strips away the unnecessary and a light linen material that feels like wearing the wind, it's an apron for adults that values the sensation of 'wearing' and inspires one to live each day carefully.

Hammock Bag ¥8,800 (Tax Incl.) ~
This bag features a design resembling a hammock folded in half. Each one is handwoven using a loom in Mexico. Its charm lies in the texture unique to handmade items, and its ample capacity ensures you can comfortably carry essential items for the upcoming season, such as parasols and light outerwear.

Top/Paper Rim Hat ¥16,500 (Tax Incl.)
Right/Abaca Hat Black ¥14,300 (Tax Incl.)
Left/Raffia Cap ¥10,780 (Tax Incl.)
Wide-brimmed hats have an elegant and stylish design, making them a welcome item for the extreme heat season. Hats that fold compactly for easy bag storage, or cool black hats with charming ribbon details – choosing a gift while thinking of your mother's face is also part of the joy.

Left/Folding Umbrella ¥20,900 (Tax Incl.)
Right/Long Umbrella ¥20,900 (Tax Incl.)
This parasol is made from yukata fabric dyed using Chusen, a traditional dyeing technique. Because of the Chusen dyeing, the pattern looks beautiful even from inside the umbrella, and the overall appearance when open is striking, making it a fine Japanese product. (UV cut processing, water-repellent processing)

**Gift Healing for Mind and Body**
kuros' Original Glaze Frustum Teapot & Sencha Cup Set (White Glaze, Boxed) ¥16,500 (Tax Incl.)
kuros' Original Blend Herbal Tea - Reset - 3 pieces ¥1,296 / 10 pieces ¥3,564 (Tax Incl.)
A tea set consisting of a teapot and cups, finished by Shinzan Kiln Yamatsu of Mino Ware with an original glaze exclusively for kuros'. Winner of the "Red Dot Award 2020 (Germany)," one of the world's top three design awards. While blending seamlessly into daily life, its sophisticated form catches the eye.
kuros' original herbal teas include "Reset" to support bodily cleansing, and for when you want to calm your mind, "Relax," and "Cheer up" to support power-charging and overcome fatigue – three blended teas. They are caffeine-free, so they can be enjoyed before bed. They can also be cold-brewed, making them a welcome summer tea bag.

Incense ¥3,520 (Tax Incl.)
Potpourri (with petri dish) ¥11,000 (Tax Incl.)
Room Spray ¥3,520 (Tax Incl.)
A series of scents, limited to kuros', created by perfumer Shari of "Sui," inspired by the scent of black, offering four types of fragrances. This series includes potpourri, room mist, and incense. The fragrances, which express the strength, sacredness, light and shadow, and the full potential of black, are scent items that stimulate the senses, such as a fragrance like dappled sunlight that brings cheerful feelings, or a moist and alluring scent reminiscent of the night.