The kimono today enjoys greater prominence and influence in the world of fashion than ever before. There was a time, though, when the traditional garment seemed in danger of disappearing from the ...

Going back to its Japanese roots, streetwear stalwarts BAPE has just unveiled a new set of Kimono shirts. Dressed in BAPE’s signature 1ST CAMO print, the Kimono shirts are available in two colorway ...

Sales of aloha shirts from Sendai that are made of recycled kimono are surging among tourists at a duty-free shop in Narita Airport thanks to their uniquely Japanese designs. The shirts, called ...

The kimono garment, the national dress of Japan, carries within itself all of the magic and traditions of Japanese culture. The basic features of the kimono are fairly simple. It is a wrapped front ...

From geisha gown to 21st-Century fashion statement, the kimono is a quintessentially Japanese garment entrenched in symbolism From a first visit to the shrine to coming of age and marriage ceremonies, ...

The history of the Kimono Dress and the clothing revolution surrounding 19th century Japan. In the 19th century, Japan opened its doors to the world. The Kimono Dress, emblematic of a broader clothing ...

In her Brooklyn studio, designer Sara Sakanaka keeps a small drawstring bag that her grandmother made for her decades ago. Sewn from textile scraps, the striped pouch is one of Sakanaka’s oldest ...

Kimonos are deeply woven into the fabric of Japan’s cultural identity. Yet, the iconic garment is rarely worn now. Mostly relegated to formal occasions, kimonos are often kept for generations — and ...

Owning a kimono is a big commitment as it requires very specific care and cleaning methods. However, you don't have to wear a traditional kimono to appreciate its intricate beauty. There are a variety ...

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