Why an Indian family faced police action in Japan over a kimono—and what travellers can learn

A delayed kimono return led to police involvement in Japan, sparking debate online. The incident highlights deeper cultural ...
Newsday

Japan's traditional kimonos are being repurposed in creative and sustainable ways

TOKYO — The kimono, that elaborate, delicate wrap-around garment worn by geisha and samurai from centuries back, is getting a vibrant remake, appreciated these days for a virtue that’s more relevant ...

Family from Japan has kimonos stolen outside Seattle Center: 'Irreplaceable'

A family came all the way from Japan to perform at the Seattle Cherry Blossom Festival, but ended up dealing with a smash-and ...
The News-Herald

Exhibit details kimono’s evolution reflects changing Japan

NEW YORK (AP) – It’s difficult to imagine a more eloquent symbol of Japan than the deceptively simple, T-shaped kimono. Traditional yet ever changing, the kimono (“thing to wear,” in Japanese) has ...