Fashion
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‘Secrets of the Kimono’ Showcased in Kyoto; Museum Exhibit Features Early Modern Pieces, Related Items
KYOTO — An exhibition featuring about 260 kimono and related materials recently opened at the Nat...
July 28, 2025
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Everyday Items Brightened with Nature’s Colors; Tokyo-Based Plant Dyeing Brand Offers Range of Products, Beginner’s Kit
When it comes to the subtle yet varied colors brought out through plant dyeing, simple descriptor...
May 29, 2025
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Samurai Armor Designs Adorn Bags, Accessories; Traditional Techniques Applied to Everyday Items by Tokyo Craftswoman
Armor is a symbol of samurai warriors. Originally a practical form of protection, samurai warrior...
May 5, 2025
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Dior Unveils Fall Collection at Garden of Historic Kyoto Temple; Traditional Japanese Textiles Incorporated in Pieces
KYOTO — Taking over the historic garden of Toji temple, a World Heritage site in Kyoto, French fa...
April 16, 2025
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What Does Hiroshi Fujiwara even Do?; Multitalented Art Sensation Discusses His Work
Hiroshi Fujiwara has been active on the music scene since the 1980s. He has been a driving force ...
March 21, 2025
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Paul Smith Holds 1st Fashion Show in Tokyo Since 2011; Eponymous Designer Appears Showcasing New Design
British clothing brand Paul Smith on Wednesday held its first fashion show in Tokyo in 14 years.<...
March 20, 2025
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Tokyo Fashion Show Showcases Horror Manga ‘Tomie’; Models Embody Bewitching, Beautiful, Immortal, Multiplying Girl
A fashion show showcasing the horror manga “Tomie,” about a girl who keeps regenerating after dea...
March 20, 2025
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Tokyo’s Asakusa Hanayashiki Amusement Park Holds Yoshiokubo’s Show as Part of Tokyo Fashion Week
A fashion show featuring Japanese brand Yoshiokubo was recently held at Asakusa Hanayashiki amuse...
March 19, 2025
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AI Becoming More Widely Used in Japan’s Fashion Industry
With the widespread use of generative artificial intelligence in the fashion industry, AI is bein...
February 16, 2025
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Otsuchi Sashiko Embroidery Adds New Value to Used Sneakers; Iwate Pref. ‘Gals’ Work Hard to Turn Old Shoes into Art
Sneakers decorated with an embroidery technique called sashiko in a style particular to Otsuchi, ...
February 14, 2025
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Traditional Japanese Wrapping Cloth Furoshiki Gets a Hungarian Twist; Sustainability Trends, Floral Designs Revive Practice
A European twist on furoshiki, Japanese wrapping cloth, is opening up a new world of wrapping as ...
January 12, 2025
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Telma Founder Terumasa Nakajima Expresses Warmth Through Handwork; Enjoys Using Japanese Techniques to Create Garments
This September, Tokyo Fashion Week spring/summer 2025 opened with the debut of the latest styles ...
November 15, 2024
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Japanese Sneakers Making their Presence Known with Innovative Designs; Drawing on Retro Inspiration for New Styles
Japanese brand sports sneakers have been growing in popularity among enthusiasts. Old models of r...
October 31, 2024
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Maison Yoshiki Makes Paris Debut During City’s Fashion Week; Yoshiki Plays Piano as Models Walk Runway Near Eiffel Tower
PARIS — Maison Yoshiki Paris, a fashion brand by Yoshiki of the rock band X Japan, held its first...
October 1, 2024
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Snow Man Member Raul Walks Paris Runway for Anrealage; Fashion Week Show Features ‘Cool Wear’ With Tiny Fans
PARIS — The Japanese brand Anrealage presented playful “cool-wear” embedded with tiny electric fa...
September 27, 2024
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