2025.05.14

How Were Hitsujibungaku’s Live Performance Costumes Created? The Creation of Designer Kanako Kakimoto, Who Crafts Outfits for Renowned Artists

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There is a unique fashion for the streets, the office, and even moments of relaxation at home. The same goes for those one-night-only concerts, filled with cheers from the crowd.

Artists' live costumes, bathed in the spotlight for several hours, are often etched into the audience's memory. What kinds of creativity and ingenuity go into designing these special outfits?

In this article, we interview Kanako Kakimoto, who not only produces her own brand but also crafts costumes for musicians. We asked her about the process of creating outfits that are deeply connected to music and physical performance.

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Kanako Kakimoto

Born in 1993. After graduating from Kyoto University of Arts, she enrolled at ESMOD Japon Kyoto branch. Following her graduation, she launched her own brand "Kanako Kakimoto" and began producing costumes for music videos, live performances, advertisements, and more.
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Custom-made Costumes Coloring Hitsujibungaku's Live Shows

At Hitsujibungaku TOUR 2024 "soft soul, prickly eyes," Kanako Kakimoto’s outfits graced the stage.

Moeka Shiotsuka (Vo.Gt.) and Yurika Kasai (Ba.) wore custom-made tops that softly wrapped around their bodies.

Hitsujibungaku TOUR 2024 "soft soul, prickly eyes" / Photo: Takuya Ogawa

"The process of creating costumes for artists usually starts when a stylist reaches out to me. We go through multiple meetings, working together to craft outfits that match the performance.