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SV Other models in smock-dresses and brightly coloured stockings and hot-pants suits
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SV Three small boys wearing white suits and hats with red piping running around stage
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Background: Top designer Kansai Yamamoto, who first hit the international fashion scene in London last year with purely artistic collection, has aimed his new works at the commercial market. His latest creations, in 150 styles for all ages from children upwards, was unveiled in Tokyo on Friday (February 4) -- and critics acclaimed the collection "immensely saleable" on the open international market.

But although his styles were commercial, the presentation of his collection followed his earlier London show -- a party-type dance scene instead of the more usual parade of models on a catwalk. This film of the opening includes a track of the music that accompanied the presentation.