Kimono Demonstration with Yoshiko Yamanaka and Miyako Fraley
Learn all about traditional Japanese Kimono and Yukata. Also, you will be able to see them demonstrate what is involved in putting on a Kimono or Yukata.
Learn all about traditional Japanese Kimono and Yukata. Also, you will be able to see them demonstrate what is involved in putting on a Kimono or Yukata.
The word Kimono simply means “things to wear” and is the traditional clothing of Japan. A sash, called an Obi, complements the kimono.
The Samurai armor on display in our exhibit area is a replica of traditional Samurai armor worn many centuries ago in Japan.
Volunteers will dress you in authentic Kimono or Yukata and take your picture with your camera/phone in front of a Japanese Backdrop.
Learn all about the traditional Japanese Kimono, including steps involved in dressing and wearing various kinds of kimono for different occasions including men’s formal kimono.