The history of the Kimono Dress and the clothing revolution surrounding 19th century Japan. In the 19th century, Japan opened its doors to the world. The Kimono Dress, emblematic of a broader clothing ...

Damian Flanagan's friend, Kazumi Shimodate, left, in Japanese dress with his partner Mariko Tsukinowa, on their travels around Britain. (Photo courtesy of Mariko Tsukinowa). By Damian Flanagan ...

Discover how Japan used a strategy as it joined the global community in the 19th century. In the 19th century, Japan opened its doors to the world. The "Kimono Dress," emblematic of a broader clothing ...