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From Takeshi Kitano's movie "Dolls" (Photo courtesy of NAMCO BANDAI Arts)
Yohji Yamamoto

'Fashion show' in a Takeshi Kitano movie: Yohji Yamamoto (24)

Friendship between two men -- a spirit of generosity and chivalry

Yohji Yamamoto | Japan

At a karaoke shop in Roppongi, Tokyo --

One night, I was having drinks next to film director Takeshi Kitano. Around us, the members of the "Takeshi Army" were naked and flailing about wildly. But despite the chaos, Takeshi and I had a peaceful time together, as if we were in a separate world.

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