Japanese fashion designer Kobayashi Kaori was enchanted by the beauty of the hijab while visiting Malaysia. The experience ...

Today, kimonos are mostly worn by women on special occasions. But in the past, both men and women wore them. But while we think of it as uniquely Japanese, the original concept came from China.

Kien is a company dedicated to revitalizing the traditional Japanese kimono. Founded by Yoshie Kitagawa, who was born and raised in Kyoto, Kien has long supported local artisans, including kimono ...

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 ...

On the other hand, some older members with Japanese background wear the kimono in a more traditional way to reconnect with their cultural identity. One thing is common, both generations ...

KYOTO--Alarmed at decreasing opportunities to wear kimono in modern Japan ... which are enjoying a heady economic expansion. The traditional Japanese designs received a favorable response ...