Today, the Kimono is mostly worn on special occasions like weddings, festivals and funerals. Tourists can also rent a Kimono for the day and see the sights in true Japanese fashion. Today, Kimonos are most often worn by women, and on special occasions.

What is the purpose of a kimono?

Perhaps the most recognisable Japanese article of clothing, the kimono's humble beginnings date back over a thousand years, to the Heian Period. Although it is no longer an everyday choice, this traditional garb is still worn for special occasions, such as weddings, funerals and tea ceremonies.

When would you wear a kimono?

Today, the vast majority of people in Japan wear Western clothing in the everyday, and are most likely to wear kimono either to formal occasions such as wedding ceremonies and funerals, or to summer events, where the standard kimono is the easy-to-wear, single-layer cotton yukata.