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Shinichi Kushigemachi

Shinichi Kushigemachi

President,
Bunka Fashion Graduate University

Realizing your dreams

The Fashion Design Course is honoured to play an integral role in nurturing a core group of young, innovative, and passionate designers. Our expectations for students are high, and in their first year, they engage in intensive research and multiple projects within a limited time frame, and creating eight full outfits is a vital part of our curriculum. We encourage students to embrace challenges, take bold risks, and learn from their failures. At BFGU, we firmly believe that failure is not just a setback, but a stepping stone to future success. By the end of the year, they are challenged to explore their limits, exploring their direction: What is my mission as a fashion designer, and how can I contribute to society? What is my ultimate goal? What is the essence of timeless aesthetics beyond fleeting trends?

After establishing a solid foundation and defining their creative vision, students move into an advanced level in their second year, where their focus broadens towards refining originality and personal expression. They also gain business perspectives to understand the complexities of the industry. An important aspect of their final development is the creation of a Visual Book, which reflects their creative journey and vision, showcasing their ideas and progress

BFGU is believed to be a driving force in nurturing creativity, confidence, and the determination needed to realise their dreams. With passion and commitment, our students take significant steps toward achieving their goals. For those who aspire to build their own personal brand, we provide the guidance and support to bring that vision to life.

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