As the title suggests, the costume production currently underway (as of October 2025) is for Scottish Opera’s upcoming production of The Great Wave. The premiere will take place in Glasgow in February 2026, followed by performances in Edinburgh. This design plan has been deeply inspired by a message from composer Dai Fujikura, who shared his thoughts on the meaning and emotional landscape behind the work. Interestingly, although the story is based on Katsushika Hokusai, the c

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