Loincloths make a comeback with the popularity of fundoshi dance videos and the oppressive heat of Japanese summer rearing its ugly head.
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Jiji the cat and Totoro and friends feature on tops, pants, skirts, dresses and accessories in the collection.
Don’t worry–wearing the following clothes will not cause you to abruptly switch sexes (unless you’ve previously fallen into a cursed spring and happen to get wet).
Has the clothing brand has done the unthinkable and permeated the lucrative animal kingdom market?
We wish Tomoeda Elementary School was a real place because they have the most fantastic uniforms.
Use this handy trick when you don’t want your panties saying “Peek-a-boo!” under your white bottoms.
The edgy kimonos designed by X Japan rock star Yoshiki may have been a bit too edgy for most — but not for Hello Kitty!
We’re guessing that this is the only place where you can find a yukata featuring a Loch Ness Monster design!
Keep your kitty close, cool, and comfy with this cat-pouch hoodie that makes room for ice packs!
Could this be the iconic mermaid’s ultimate form? Either way, these Starbucks parody t-shirts are worth checking out!
What’s in your wallet? Soon after looking through this collection, it probably won’t be money.
Don’t have the cash or time for an appointment with a masseuse? No worries; this new massage hoodie promises to work out your knots while you sit back and relax.
We sent our reporter to a shop in Nara where you can dress as a noble from the Nara period (AD 710-794) and even stroll around town in your costume!
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