Tag: Kimono

Originally, “kimono” was the Japanese word to describe all clothing in general. But in more recent years, the word has been used to refer specifically to traditional Japanese clothing. Over time, as the practice of wearing kimonos in layers came into fashion, Japanese people began paying attention …

The word “kimono” literally means a “thing to wear” (ki “wear” and mono “thing”). The kimono is a Japanese garment traditionally worn at important festivals or formal events. Kimono are T-shaped, straight-lined robes worn so that the hem falls to the ankle, with attached collars and long, wide sleeves. Kimono are wrapped around …