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Rei Kawakubo

Businessperson

Rei Kawakubo is a Japanese fashion designer, business woman (1942-).

Rei Kawakubo

FigureAsia Profile

Snapshot as of 15 July 2026

Primary market
Japan
Field
businessperson

Professional record

Rei Kawakubo is a Japanese fashion designer, business woman (1942-).

Education includes Keio University. Recorded honours include Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, Compasso d'Oro, Honorary Royal Designer for Industry, Lifetime Achievement Medal, and Officer of the National Order of Merit.

Selected recognition