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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.
Village Vanguard is at it again, with more unique fashion items you never knew you needed!
Can’t choose between wearing a dress or a kimono at your wedding? Thanks to this Tokyo-based garment maker, you don’t entirely have to.
Slip into the Taisho Period of Japan’s past as you slip on a kimono from this unique part of the country’s history.
Beautiful kimono and obi sashes are transformed into caps in this impressive new range of Japanese streetwear.
Release your bushido spirit with this stunning new lineup of traditional outfits made for today’s modern man.
He’s handsome, talented and an Olympic gold medalist. And now, Yuzuru Hanyu will be making his screen debut as a samurai lord in the Edo period!
A new collection of menswear based on anime characters Lupin, Zenigata, Jigen, and Goemon will soon be available at Japanese department store Isetan.
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