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Nippon Style: Design Wave from the Provinces - Keigo Kamide, New Generation Kutani Ware
Advanced technologies are being applied more and more to create new designs for old Japanese crafts with an eye on global markets. Born the sixth-generation head of the famous Kutani Kamide Choemon kiln in Ishikawa Prefecture, Keigo Kamide not only upholds the family tradition but has also been developing one radically new product after another. We delve into the hidden potential of Japan's traditional crafts through Kamide's works, which span the wide range from accessories to tableware and decor.

Catwalk Trends:
We pick up ladies' brands from Japan Fashion Week in Tokyo. What trends are revealed by our three featured brands?

In Vogue: Fisherman's Cap or Boater?
This is it if you are looking for one extra item this year! Plenty of girls are donning hats around town. The "marine hat" (fisherman's cap) and "Kankan hat" (boater) are in the forefront, and we focus here especially on the hugely popular Kankan trend.

Uniform File:
This time we introduce the uniform of the Kaetsu Ariake Junior and Senior High School that was a pioneer of fashionable uniform design even in Tokyo. There is also an interview with Takeo Kikuchi, the man who handled the design.