The kimono is the most famous garment worn in Japan. Kimono literally means “thing to wear” – it is made up of the Japanese words ... called tabi. The patterns and colours of the fabric ...

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 ... to Cliffe partly because the patterns can be used to embody ...

Sanrio's Hello Kitty has received a new "haute couture-like" kimono and yukata collection from Yamato Lab, with the clothing seamlessly blending a traditional Japanese style with modern-day kawaii.

Every fashion company was looking for a Japanese patterner, particularly ones who came from Yohji Yamamoto, Comme des Garçons, or Issey Miyake,” he said. “The reason for this is that in Japan we are ...

"This figure dresses Hello Kitty in a pastel-colored kimono while maintaining the iconic beckoning cat pose. The floral patterns on each piece vary slightly, making every doll truly one-of-a-kind.