TOKYO — The kimono is one of the most recognizable forms of national dress, wielding its influence in fashion, art and media.

Kien addresses this challenge by transforming these historic kimono garments into modern fashion pieces—elegant dresses that blend tradition with innovation. One of Kien’s standout features is ...

For centuries, Kyoto has been the hub of kimono fashion ... the city's aesthetic sense through a new wave of local fashion in step with modern lifestyles. While seemingly Japanese, the coat's ...

A native Briton spends nearly 365 days of the year wearing kimono, even though daily use of the traditional Japanese clothing is on the decline among modern Japanese fashionistas. Sheila Cliffe ...

Kimono, which means ‘thing to wear ... after World War II when it was replaced by Western clothing considered more modern and practical. For the general public, it transformed into ...

People stopped wearing the kimono as everyday clothing during the reign of Emperor ... By the time he died in 1912, Japan had become the most modern country in Asia. If you want a kimono of ...

A special exhibition tracing the evolution of the kimono, from its inception in the Kamakura Period (1185-1333) to outfits designed by modern-day ... an impact on art and fashion scenes outside ...