Why have most countries moved away from their traditional dress? It's not just Japan, globalisation has seen almost every country in the world move towards western style clothing. It's convenient, comfortable to wear and easy to clean. By comparison putting on a kimono can be a bit of a rigmarole.
Historically in Japan there was a push towards westernisation in the late 19th century, during which time western style clothing became more popular, but that doesn't mean the kimono is never worn any more. In Kyoto you often see people wearing them (many businesses give discounts to people wearing kimono and public transport is free if you're wearing one), it's also worn in traditional style wedding ceremonies and people sometimes wear a style of light kimono called a yukata during summer, particularly to summer festivals.
Kimono. The traditional clothing in Japan is called a Kimono, they wear them on speacial occasions, such as festivals or family gatherings.
A kimono and a summer kimono, called a yukatta. Also, try looking up a 'benji' - like shorts and shirt, Japanese style - very comfortable
In Japanese, it literally means "clothing".
The traditional clothing of Japan is called 'kimono,' written: 着物
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The most distinctively Japanese article of clothing is the kimono.
Kimono.
The kimono is a Japanese traditional piece of clothing worn by men and women. It symbolizes the culture and grace of Japan.
Japan has a national dress called the kimono. It is a traditional Japanese garment that is often worn during special occasions and ceremonies. The kimono features long sleeves and a wrap-around style with a sash called an obi.
Formal dress in Japan can be a kimono.
A Yukata is a a light kimono style bit of clothing worn in Japan in the warm/hot weather.
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