KUN0008 4 GEN 0634 FRANCE /AFP -NWY5 SOC-JAPAN-YUKATA Traditional Japanese clothing experiences revival By Miyoko Ishigami (With photos) TOKYO, Aug 27 (KUNA) -- "Traditional Japan" is making a ...

The history of traditional Japanese women’s clothing has one culturally important piece at its core: kimono. A robe-like garment in an elegant shape, the kimono has dazzled many with its intricate ...

A project to create modern clothing using traditional Japanese textiles is making a splash. Mizen, led by Shunsuke Teranishi, features the fabric of 12 producers across the country. Teranishi, 43, who ...

If you’ve ever seen someone wearing traditional Japanese clothing like a kimono or a yukata, you might have noticed the wooden sandals worn as part of the outfit. The sandals are called geta, and have ...

In Japan, the term “mottainai” – loosely translated to “what a waste” – has deep roots. Originating from a Buddhist belief that every object has intrinsic value and should be utilized for its full ...

When it comes to Japanese clothing, the first thing that comes to mind is the iconic kimono, often adorned with stylish floral motifs and deeply rooted in history, influenced by the Chinese Tang ...

In his latest book, “Ametora: How Japan Saved American Style,” W. David Marx makes the case that Japan is now the strongest authority on traditional American-styled clothing. Ametora — a Japanese ...