Culture
Suntory Museum of Art | ‘Styles of Play: The History of Merrymaking’ Runs Through August 18
The underlying theme of the Suntory Museum of Art’s collections is “Art in Life,” and those who visit the […]
Culture
Feel The Beauty and Spirit of Japanese Women in Kimono at Miki Katoh’s Solo Exhibition
Miki Katoh is a Japanese artist who is truly dear to our hearts here at grape Japan. Her exquisite […]
Politics & Security
INTERVIEW | Japanese Actress and Model Suzuko Hirano on Why She Supports Hong Kong Protesters
Twenty-two years have passed since the handover of Hong Kong to China from British rule, and large-scale protests have
Culture
[Mythbusters] KIMZNICKERS and the Crass KIMONO Flap
For much of May, my Google news alert was peppered with stories about a slug that had allegedly brought […]
Travel
Kimono – Japan’s Traditional Fashion Industry Faces the Challenges of Today
Kimono – the simple yet timeless elegant garment that is traditional Japanese fashion. From the powerful samurai in ba
Culture
Kimono Fashion Can Be Cool — Trust Designer Jotaro Saito
Jotaro Saito doesn’t go unnoticed when walking down a street. The day I met him at Kanda Myojin, […]
Travel
Muslim Women Can Rent Wagara Hijabs To Match Kimonos At Yumeyakata in Kyoto
Kimono Rentals: A Popular Tourist Attraction For many female tourists visiting Japan from abroad, renting a beautifu