# British apparel brands expansion in Japan

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/british-apparel-brands-expansion-in-japan
> Updated: 2026-09-29T13:06:19.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

British lifestyle brands Barbour and Baracuta are expanding their presence in the Japanese market through several new product launches for the autumn/winter 2026 season.

Barbour is introducing new waterproof down jackets based on its Bedale and Border models, featuring 750-fill power goose down. The brand is also collaborating with Urban Research and Urban Research Doors to release exclusive models that reinterpret classic styles with modern silhouettes, including various outerwear and wool or cashmere scarves. Additionally, the Barbour International collection is set to relaunch in Japan on October 2, 2026, marking its first appearance in the country in approximately two and a half years.

Alongside these releases, Baracuta is launching the G4 Light Eco Leather Jacket, a sustainable variation of its iconic G9 Harrington jacket, through the WAIPER online store.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-29: Baracuta and Barbour announce new collections for Japan

British brands Baracuta and Barbour are launching new autumn/winter 2026 collections in Japan, featuring eco-leather jackets and motorcycle-inspired apparel.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/baracuta-and-barbour-announce-new-collections-for-japan

### 2026-09-24: Barbour announces new down jackets and Urban Research collaborations

Barbour is launching new waterproof down jackets and exclusive collaborative outerwear and scarves with Urban Research in Japan.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/barbour-announces-new-down-jackets-and-urban-research-collaborations

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