Inheriting the past, shaping the future.
Inheriting the past, shaping the future. Kimono is not just any garment. It is a combination of techniques honed over hundreds of years, a respect for nature, and artisanal pride woven within the layers. A culmination of human activity connecting to the present. A living DNA. No matter the changes of eras or lifestyles, this DNA continues to endure. Sometimes it takes the form of delicate woven textures. Other times it appears in bold brushstrokes. And at times, it takes new forms in modern day fashion. It lives on quietly yet proving powerful as it shapeshifts through the ages. In this special feature, we will take you on a journey to unravel the true essence of this DNA through our biennial series. How will Kimono DNA, Japan's pride and joy, evolve through the years and color our futures? We hope that these pages will let you feel its energy within.
-KUDEN rinlife Magazine vol.1
Writer: Takahiro Sato