Partners

Every person and thing possesses its own individuality. Sometimes, it's something the person themselves don’t even notice, or it’s something so obvious that it gets overlooked.

PARTNERS STUDIO is a creative direction studio that dares to shine a light on these unique qualities and make the invisible visible. This approach remains the same whether it’s a printed publication like PARTNERS magazine, a video, or a project-based initiative where we collaborate with others.

Its founder, Takuhito Kawashima, originally majored in biochemistry, often grappling with complex homework late into the night. However, he held a firm belief: '1 + 1 = 2' isn’t always true. Depending on the situation and environment, the result could be 3 or even 10. Driven by a desire to explore this idea further, Takuhito made a bold career shift, becoming an editor at a fashion and culture magazine. Later, he co-founded the creative agency kontakt in Tokyo. Now, as a creative director, he leads creation services across fashion, art, beauty, and crafts.