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FRONTRUNNERS

FRONTRUNNERS

2023Returning Series4 Seasons42 EpisodesTMDB
NHK WORLD-JAPAN

FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

Season 1 · Episode 9

Kyoto Kimono Dyer - Tabata Kihachi

Sep 27, 2023·28m

Kyo-yuzen is a famous dyed textile from Kyoto Prefecture, used in kimono. The Tabata family have been top producers for decades; they've produced garments for a royal wedding, costumes for maiko in a popular dance performance and modern kimono too. The 88-year-old, 5th generation owner, Tabata Kihachi, produces dynamic, contemporary designs that preserve traditional techniques. At a solo exhibition in Tokyo, he shares his wisdom with visitors, and explains why people wearing kimono seem to glow.

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When did FRONTRUNNERS Season 1 Episode 9 air?

FRONTRUNNERS Season 1 Episode 9 aired on September 27, 2023.

How long is FRONTRUNNERS Season 1 Episode 9?

This episode runs for approximately 28 minutes.

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