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Japanese art exhibitions London 2026

Japanese Culture and Craftsmanship Through London’s Japanese Exhibitions London continues to celebrate the beauty of Japanese culture through a series of remarkable exhibitions, showcasing the rich heritage, craftsmanship, and artistic traditions that inspire contemporary Japanese design. Samurai: The Art and Spirit of Japan Earlier this year, the British Museum presented the spectacular Samurai exhibition. Although […]

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How Japanese kimono has changed in Japan?

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A Cultural Symbol Written in Numbers In Japan, the decline in everyday kimono use is not just something we sense — it is written plainly in the numbers. The market, once vibrant and full of promise, has dwindled dramatically. But behind these statistics lies a much deeper human story — one of aspiration, memory, and

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“OSHIMA TSUMUGI” mud dyed traditional silk Kimono

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“OSHIMA-TSUMUGI” the world’s top three textiles, alongside France’s Gobelin tapestry and Iran’s Persian carpets. Known for its durability, it is said that an Oshima Tsumugi garment can last 150 to 200 years. It is also one of Japan’s three great tsumugi silk together with Yuuki Tsumugi and Ushikubi Tsumugi. Tsumugi (紬) refers to a traditional Japanese slub-woven silk fabric,

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One-of-a-Kind Japanese kimono Clutches

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Fashion is more than fabric and thread—it is memory, heritage, and artistry woven into something we can carry with us. At Tomomi Yamamoto, every handbag tells a story. Crafted from vintage Japanese kimono fabrics, Tomomi’s designs are not just accessories; they are wearable works of art that bridge cultural tradition with modern elegance. In this article, we’ll explore the

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