Tokyo Fashion Express

Textile Town Kiryu Captivates the World (2019x3)

: 11, 2019

The town of Kiryu has received acclaim for its textile production, a long-standing local tradition. From the 1970s to 90s, globally-renowned textile creator Junichi Arai put his hometown on the map with stunning textiles on the runway. The town enjoys the perfect balance of technique steeped in tradition and the flexibility to continue innovating. In this episode, meet three design teams that are adding their own creative artistry to Kiryu textiles.