The world of Kimono

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July 6th 2021
During the past year I have been taking live stream virtual trips around the world, usually these have been sightseeing or walking tours but this tour sounded very interesting as the Japanese guide took us into her home to explain about the world of Kimono. Eriko demonstrated three different type of Kimono and how they are represented to show respect for different occasions, whether for doing t ... read more

Asia » Japan » Kanagawa

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more