Japan beyond the Kimono

Innovation and Tradition in the Kyoto Textile Industry

Autor*innen

• Jenny Hall

Parameter

• 272 Seiten
• 10 Lesestunden

• Lehrbücher
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Universitätslehrbücher

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Focusing on the evolution of Japanese clothing, the book delves into how contemporary artisans in Kyoto are blending traditional wafuku aesthetics with modern design. It showcases innovations in the fashion industry, including the adoption of digital weaving and printing technologies. Additionally, the influence of social media on the distribution of fashion is examined, illustrating how these elements are reshaping the perception and accessibility of traditional garments in today's world.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2020
• Einband: Hardcover