Why We Built This

From Toonami to Tokyo Dreams

I grew up glued to Toonami. DBZ, Digimon, Inuyasha, YuYu Hakusho—these weren’t just shows. They were my foundation. When anime wasn’t popular, it was still everything to me. Years later, during my time in the Marines, a buddy introduced me to Sword Art Online—and that spark turned into a wildfire. From duty stations to deployments, anime was our escape, our hype, our bond. After returning home from Okinawa, I craved that feeling again—the vibe, the culture, the connection.

Match Point Moment

In 2025, I got invited to play pickleball by a friend from church. With a tennis background, I picked it up fast—but what really clicked was the people. Young, diverse, often anime-loving players. Our conversations turned to manga, shows, cosplay, voice actors… and I realized something: no one was repping the culture that raised us. That’s when Ikuzo was born—a brand for players who move like warriors, live with passion, and wear what they love.

This Is The First Serve

Ikuzo is more than streetwear. It’s for the ones who stay late, talk anime over ramen, chase every rally, and never back down. I built this brand for us—for the fans, the fighters, the ones who never fit into one box. Every drop is a tribute. Every shirt is a piece of the story. You’re here now. You’re part of the crew. IKUZO! Let's GO!!!