To mark the 25th anniversary of his debut, actor and film director Takumi Saito has directed a short documentary film that follows the process of "manufacturing" over a period of six months.

The story of a maison with over 50 years of history that is unique even in Japan, the moment when a design is born from the selection of fabric, the process of a collection being completed after fittings, the work of technicians, backstage and on stage on the day of the show, and what lies ahead... Through a long interview with Director Saito, what does creation mean to Ashida, and the conflicts she faces as "Ashida Jun's daughter" are all brought to light...

Please enjoy the world depicted by director Takumi Saito's sensibility and aesthetic sense.

In autumn 2016 Tae Ashida celebrated her 25th anniversary as a designer. To commemorate the occasion a short documentary film has been realized, directed by actor/director Takumi Saitoh, exploring all aspects of “Ashida creation” over a period of half a year.

In a maison with a history of over 50 years and a peerless reputation, we see the flow of the process, from fabric selection, through the birth of the designs, the fittings, and the work of the technical experts, and visit the day of the show – the brilliant runway, and its back-stage ... Everything falls into place during the long interview by director Saitoh. What is “fashion” to Tae Ashida, and what are her thoughts about following her famous father as a designer.

It is our pleasure to welcome you to view this world Precisely and beautifully painted by Takumi Saitoh.