Rental Clothing Shop Owner
かしいしょうてんしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Rental Service Staff
Summary
Operates a business that rents kimonos, dresses, tuxedos, etc., for weddings and events, proposing, providing, and managing the most suitable costumes for customers.
Description
Rental clothing shop owners handle kimonos, dresses, tuxedos, etc., for weddings, coming-of-age ceremonies, graduations, stages, and events. They manage all aspects of store operations, including proposals to customers, fittings, size adjustments, cleaning management, storage, ordering, and inventory control. They collaborate with kimono dressers and delivery services, handle reservation management during peak seasons, staff training, sales and procurement management, and customer attraction and marketing via SNS and the web. Coordination proposal skills tailored to customers and courteous customer service are required.
Future Outlook
Although demand is slightly shrinking due to declining birthrates and fewer marriages, expansion in niche markets such as for tourists, juniors, and seniors, as well as new revenue opportunities from online reservations and e-commerce adoption, are expected.
Personality Traits
Attentive and considerate / Good interpersonal skills / Interest or passion for fashion / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Self-employed / Shift / Store Work / Weekends and Holidays Work
Career Path
Store Staff → Assistant Manager → Manager → Franchise Owner → Multiple Store Management
Required Skills
Cleaning Maintenance Knowledge / Customer Service Sales / Fashion Coordination / Inventory Management / Sales Procurement Management / Size Measurement
Recommended Skills
Dressing / English Conversation / Marketing / SNS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is required for size measurements and checking cleaning conditions. |
| Communication Skills | To elicit customer needs and propose the most suitable costumes. |
Related Qualifications
- Japanese Clothing Dressing Technician
- Service Hospitality Practical Certification
Aliases
- Costume Rental Store Owner
- Kimono Rental Shop Owner
- Rental Costume Shop Owner
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- Apparel Shop Owner
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