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Morita of Saraba & Fumito Kawai Also Give a Thumbs-Up! The Vintage Clothing Haven "Retro Boutique Kotori" Curated by a Former Hanjiro Staff Member

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"Retro Boutique Kotori" in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, is a vintage clothing store and culture shop run by Toru Takayama, a former staff member of Hanjiro.  
With a selection based on American casual wear and an array of Takayama's own precious collection, the shop attracts visitors of all ages, especially men in their 30s to 50s.
Since being introduced on the YouTube channel of the comedy duo "Saraba Seisyun no Hikari," it has become a popular spot frequented by many vintage clothing enthusiasts, including comedians.
In previous interviews, Takayama shared stories from his time at Hanjiro, but this time we delved into the allure of "Retro Boutique Kotori," which has captured the attention of vintage fans.

How Takayama, who visited vintage stores five times a week, opened 'Retro Boutique Kotori'

Takayama worked long years at Hanjiro, and his encounter with it goes back to his high school days.
 
"When I was in my second year of high school, I received a hand-me-down pair of Big John flare bell-bottom jeans from my mother, and that’s when I became fascinated by vintage clothing.
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