From the 17th to the 20th century the kimono was the principal piece of clothing in Japan for both men and women. But now it’s an inspiration for fashion all over the world Fashion as we know it – the ...

Kim Kardashian surely went too far when she attempted to name her bodywear brand Kimono. Yet Japan has largely looked kindly on how this robe-like garment has fascinated the world and inspired fashion ...

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, ...

In part one of this article, I looked at three big mysteries surrounding the kimono. I also hinted at a fourth mystery, which is perhaps the biggest one of all: how this traditional form of clothing ...

From courtesans to haute couture, kabuki to Star Wars, this show unfolds the story of Japan’s national dress in all its gorgeous, shapeless glory Kimonos: they are not what you think. The Japanese ...