KYOTO--A star geisha from Gion-Kobu, one of the five major “kagai” traditional entertainment ... For example, she had a kimono made on the motif of ume (Japanese plum) and snow, which is ...

while “Stepping into a traditional Japanese kimono elegant, serene, and unforgettable.” The elegance and tranquility of the kimono seemed to transport her into another time, connecting her to ...

The Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg exhibition, “Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress,” showcases more than 100 pieces ...