Now you can relax around the home in a traditional outfit worn by schoolgirls during the romantic Taisho period.
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Japanese brides are taking control of their Western-style weddings with a uniquely Japanese flair.
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Traditional fashion meets contemporary cool in a variety of eye-catching fabrics and patterns.
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Japan’s most playful intimate apparel company looks back to the country’s roots in creating its latest offering.
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The classic Japanese school backpack hits the street with unusual materials and cutting-edge designs.
Gorgeous samurai styles can be delivered to your door as the maker of the famous samurai chino pants now offers international shipping for his entire collection.
German-born Tokyo designer Anji Salz wows with this home-made Space Invaders kimono, and she’ll show you how to make your very own, too!
We’re guessing that this is the only place where you can find a yukata featuring a Loch Ness Monster design!
Samurai warrior designs get a warm-weather overhaul with colourful patterns and unique sheer fabrics.
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