WORCESTER — Though geographically separated by nearly 7,000 miles, iconic aspects of Worcester and Japan are joined together in a specially commissioned wedding kimono on display at Worcester Art ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A growing trend in Japan is putting a modern spin on the traditional kimono – and it's catching on in Hawaii. More and more brides have been transforming their kimonos – ...

Claiming the spotlight in the center of a large gallery, the “Worcester Wedding Kimono” captivates the eye with its pattern of large interlocking octagons in a variety of rich reds, spring greens and ...

When Yumi Katsura opened Japan’s first bridal store in 1964, little did she know that she was launching a quiet revolution. Despite nearly two decades passing since the end of World War II, Japan in ...

The kimono garment, the national dress of Japan, carries within itself all of the magic and traditions of Japanese culture. The basic features of the kimono are fairly simple. It is a wrapped front ...

This elaborate exhibition at NGV International traces the evolution of the kimono from samurai traditions to contemporary haute couture. Explore how fabric encodes history, identity and desire through ...