1.
orthodox school; traditionalist; mainstream type
A person, style, or thing that follows the established tradition of its field rather than an experimental or unconventional line. Often used attributively with の to praise something as properly traditional.
Formed from 正統 (orthodox, legitimate) plus 〜派 (school, type). Almost always positive: it credits someone with mastering the standard form of a field.
Common collocations
- 正統派の美人: a classically beautiful person
- 正統派アイドル: an idol in the traditional mold
- 正統派路線: a traditionalist approach
- 正統派後継者: the legitimate successor to a tradition