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Tomomi (director)
Specializing in precision cutting, digital process & color/balayage
Back in Japan, I was the store manager of a salon in Shinjuku. I have over 10 years experience as a hair stylist having won best award at numerous haricutting & makeup contests in Japan. I have also styled hair for various photoshoots and fashion magazines.
Why did you become a stylist?
I've always been interested in professional work of beauty. Also, ever since I was a little girl, I always enjoyed designing and making something from scratch.
If you could be any flavor of ice cream, what would it be and why?
COFFEE flavour,Because... coffee is my life!
What is your favourite food?
It's "Onigiri"rice ball!
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Masato (advanced senior stylist)
Specializing in precision cutting, balayage colour
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I have been a stylist for over 10 years in Japan, Australia, Germany and Canada. I really enjoy creating hair styles that suit the client's face shape and lifestyle. Furthermore, I love getting to know clients which is why I became a hairdresser.
Are you sunrise, daylight, twilight, or night? Please share why you picked your time of day?
Hmmm...I am sunrise because I love to relax. I also NEED coffee and listen to music and puu puu..during sunrise lol
If you could choose to be any super hero villian, who would you pick and why?
Im not sure if he is a hero or villian but I choose Deadpool. He is soo crazy and nice guy
What is your favorite breakfast?
I like Milk :) So I always drink milk with my breakfast. Even without food, I might be able to survive on milk
Mana (advanced senior stylist)
Specializing in precision cutting, digital perms, straightening, headspa massage
I was working in Tokyo for 9.5 years at the same hair salon. And I have been doing makeup and hair setting for weddings, parties and professional photo shootings. I have great confidence in my head spa and massage skills!!
This is my dream to work in abroad since I was junior high school! Finally I could work N15 hair salon I’m happy to join here!
If you woke up as any famous personality, what is the first thing you will do?
If I’m Victoria secret model...I will open my room’s big curtain window with both my arms,and I take in a lot of sunshine!!!
Would you rather be stranded on an island alone or with someone you absolutely hate? Why?
I would rather be there with someone I hate! Because even if I hate them, we can still help each other. And after that I might find good attributes/personality traits in them!
Be a giant rodent or a tiny elephant?
I chose a tiny elephant! Because that’s sounds so cute! And I want to be loved by people!!
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Seika (stylist II)
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Specializing in layer haircut & Natural Colors
Thank you for visiting my profile! I’ve been a hairstylist for 6 years in Japan. My specialty technique is layer cut style and extension. Let me find your best suitable hairstyle :)
What sport would you compete in if you were in the Olympics?
Snowboarding! This is one of the reasons I came to Canada!
What is your favorite restaurant in Toronto?
J’s steak Frites! My friend works as Pastry chef. You should try her pastry!! Definitely you like it :)
If you could pick up a new skill in an instant what would it be and why?
Cooking skill. I love eating but I can’t cook!! If you have some recommendations about a restaurant or recipe, please share with me :)
Kota (senior stylist)
Specializing in short hair precision cutting & Natural Colors
My name is Kota and I've been a Hair Stylist for 7 years in Japan. I came to Canada to experience a melting pot of different cultures and explore a world that is different from what I grew up in. I enjoy biking, traveling, bubble tea, and hitting up the best restaurants that Toronto has to offer.
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
I would eat plain Japanese rice, because it goes well with practically anything.
How old were you when you learned Santa wasn't real? How did you find out?
I don't remember exactly but I think around when I was 9 years old, I wanted to find out who really Santa was, so I stayed awake until Santa came to my house, and realized Santa was... ;)
What three items would you take with you on a deserted island?
Insect repellent, Survival knife, and Big Boat
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