Japanese fashion designer Kobayashi Kaori was enchanted by the beauty of the hijab while visiting Malaysia. The experience ...

Japan may be a small island nation, but this Asian country has made some big contributions to the world. From technology to ...

In the 19th century, Japan opened its doors. The "Kimono Dress"—emblematic of a broader clothing revolution—sheds light on Japan's forward-looking strategy as it joined the global community.

There’s a delightfully unexpected story behind UNIQLO’s iconic name. It was born from a little error. “When we were ...

One finding indicates that Japanese artisans were involved in embroidery for the dress, one of several worn ... from the viewpoint of preserving culture, an official said. Textile researchers ...

Kien is a company dedicated to revitalizing the traditional Japanese kimono. Founded by Yoshie Kitagawa, who was born and ...

According to the Victoria & Albert Museum, "the kimono became the principal item of dress for all classes and sexes in Japan from the 16th Century and is still a symbol of Japanese culture".

Women are subjected to sexist dress codes - requiring high heels and make up, or banning glasses - in workplaces around the globe. In Japan, a requirement in workplaces that women not wear glasses ...