The origin of kimono - Google Arts & Culture (2024)

Kosode as an origin of modern kimono

Do you know the Japanese traditional theatre, “Noh”? Its origin goes back to 14th century and it was just like today’s popular musical. In the late 16th century, actors used kosode as Noh play costumes which were very gorgeous indeed -- decorated with great techniques of weaving, embroidery, dyeing. They became the origin of modern kimono.

Solidity that high technique of weave created!

The origin of kimono - Google Arts & Culture (2024)
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