classical style; orthodox school; authentic style
Refers to a traditional, established, or authentic approach in fields like music, sports, or arts. Often used attributively (e.g., 本格派の投手).
He is known as a classical-style pitcher.
This restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine.
purist; follower of the orthodox school
A person who strictly adheres to traditional or established methods. Less common than the stylistic sense.
He is a purist and rarely agrees with new methods.
Compound of 本格 (ほんかく, 'original form; authentic') + 派 (は, 'school; faction').