“Kimono retreat hotel” to open in Yamagata Prefecture in spring 2021
A “kimono retreat hotel” that offers guests an escape from everyday life while experiencing Japan’s kimono culture is set to open in Yamagata Prefecture in…
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Japanese service transforms old kimono and obi into gorgeous sneakers
It can always be hard to say goodbye to or simply etire old clothes. Whether they’re damaged or just don’t fit, threads that have sentimental…
Textile maker releases woven traditional Japanese paper masks for kimono
As masks have become an everyday essential in Japan as a countermeasure against the spread of the novel coronavirus, makers have taken to releasing more…
Popular Japanese textile maker releases beautiful yukata designs for Animal Crossing
Renowned kimono makers and textile manufacturers from Kyoto have been releasing designs modeled after their actual high quality garments in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Animal…
Kyoto textile manufacturer makes their famous yukata and garments available in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
Earlier this month, Animal Crossing: New Horizons players became able to dress themselves up in the gorgeous designs of a renowned kimono maker. Animal Crossing:…
Renowned Japanese kimono maker releases gorgeous Animal Crossing designs
Players of Animal Crossing: New Horizons have been on a great streak of creativity when it comes to designing their islands, including recreations of old…
3D art bubbly kimono wearing shiba inu glasses are the cutest drinking buddies
Artistic glass and cup designer Goodglas Japan has gained quite the fanbase lately due to their creative bubbly 3D-art glasses, which use handmade blown double…
“OBI square sandals” using upcycled kimonos: Relier81 and UNITED TOKYO collaboration
Kyoto-based Relier81 has made a name for itself crafting fashionable footwear from upcycled kimonos as a way of preserving the venerable tradition of kimono-making while…
Kimono: Timeless Treasures on Display at London’s Victoria & Albert Museum until 6/21
Duncan Bartlett for JAPAN Forward A major new exhibition at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum celebrates the kimono’s elegant history. It also displays its dynamic…
Japanese Maker Uses Age-Old Craft For Elegant Earmuffs To Pair With Kimono
Tsumami zaiku is a traditional Japanese craft that dates back to the Edo Period used to create beautiful hair ornaments and sticks to pair with…
Japan’s Adult Festival: How to Celebrate Coming of Age Day
If you head down to your local municipal office, shrine, or even Disneyland this coming Monday, you’ll probably run into hordes of newly or soon…
Traveling to Kyoto? Go to Studio Kokoro for a Traditional Japanese Transformation
Japan has many wonderful places to visit. Among them, Kyoto has become the image of Japan in the eyes of many people. Therefore, many foreigners…
[Kimono Style] Jūnihitoe: Empress Masako’s Sumptuous Enthronement Dress
Sheila Cliffe, for JAPAN Forward The recent enthronement ceremony of the new Emperor and Empress has been a talking point in the last few weeks,…
See Exciting Samurai Film “Hatamoto Taikutsu Otoko,” Splendid Kimonos Worn by Lead
Those who are visiting Tokyo this fall or live in the area may be interested in an exciting opportunity to enjoy traditional Japanese culture thanks…
The Kimono Will Survive: Sheila Cliffe Says It’s A ‘Complete, Fulfilling Fashion System’
Arielle Busetto, JAPAN Forward Are you curious about the Japanese traditional dress known as kimono? After the recent media storm surrounding Kim Kardashian’s short-lived underwear…