Kien is a company dedicated to revitalizing the traditional Japanese kimono. Founded by Yoshie Kitagawa, who was born and ...

People stopped wearing the kimono as everyday clothing during the reign ... By the time he died in 1912, Japan had become the most modern country in Asia. If you want a kimono of your own, beware ...

In the 19th century, Japan opened its doors. The "Kimono Dress"—emblematic of a broader clothing revolution—sheds light on Japan's forward-looking strategy as it joined the global community.

A native Briton spends nearly 365 days of the year wearing kimono, even though daily use of the traditional Japanese clothing is on the decline among modern Japanese fashionistas. Sheila Cliffe ...

Other exhibits include modern kimono designed by artist Taro Okamoto and Yoshiki of the rock band X Japan. The exhibition runs until Aug. 23. Admission is 1,700 yen ($15.80) for adults ...

Maybe being outside Japan helped.” The kimono, which means ‘thing ... War II when it was replaced by Western clothing considered more modern and practical. For the general public ...

Sanrio's Hello Kitty has received a new "haute couture-like" kimono and yukata collection from Yamato Lab, with the clothing ...

But Japanese people on social media have said the trademarked brand disrespects traditional clothing. The kimono, a loose long-sleeved robe typically tied with a sash, dates back to 15th Century ...

Some Japanese people on social media complained that the trademarked brand, Kimono Intimates - a play on her name - disrespected traditional clothing. Kardashian West initially defended the name ...