Hirokazu Okano's company, founded in 1897, is the second oldest in Hakata weaving and...
Sheila Cliffe
Sheila Cliffe was born in Plymouth, England in 1961 and relocated to Japan in 1985. She graduated from Suzunoya Kimono Gakuin and received a special award for her work in spreading kimono culture from Minzoku Ishou Bunka Fukyuu Kyoukai.
Cliffe wears kimono regularly, and has taken a PhD in the study of kimono trends. She teaches kimono culture and dressing, and studied dyeing under Sassa Reiko.
A kimono influencer, Cliffe has spoken in Japan and in many other countries on kimono culture, and have published a book and articles in many journals.
Sheila Cliffe explores Asian weaving in Indonesia and Uzbekistan, their links to Japan, and...
The kimono show captivated with its blend of tradition and innovation, pushing boundaries, exploring...
Kimono bolts and noren dyed using both traditional and innovative methods adorned the Myoshoji...
The first Monday in January is coming of age day in Japan and many...
The kimono industry suffered under COVID-19, but its impact on fashion gained unprecedented global...
A symposium on Tokorozawa and Iruma's rich weaving history was held in a former...
The annual Kimono Salone showcases kimono's beautiful diversity for both traditional and modern wear,...
Tango in Kyoto prefecture recently hosted a two-day festival to celebrate Tango chirimen, a...
Ichijiku creates timeless bespoke jackets in which sustainability and style converge to bring the...
Ebara Sangyo has been creating exquisite fabrics since 1950. At its new cafe, visitors...
Kimono brands Aono Koubou, Tonami Orimono, and Jotaro Saito showcased their latest designs, with...
