News – Kimonora

A haori is a traditional Japanese jacket worn open over a kimono. Here is how it differs from a full kimono and a modern kimono jacket, and how to wear one today.

Satin is a weave, silk is a fiber. Here is how polyester satin and real silk kimono robes compare on feel, breathability and care, plus how to choose the right length and fit.

What does each kimono color mean in Japan? Learn the traditional symbolism of red, black, white, green, pink, yellow and purple, and how to choose the shade that suits you.

Dragons, cranes, koi, kitsune masks and the Great Wave each carry a traditional meaning. Here is what the most popular kimono motifs symbolize and how to choose the one that fits you.

Twelve easy ways to style a kimono cardigan, from jeans and a tee to office looks, festival outfits and winter layering, with fit and length tips for men and women.