Book Of Kimono (Paperback)

by N Yamanaka (Author)

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Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Kodansha International; 1 edition (Jan 1 1987)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0870117858
ISBN-13: 978-0870117855
Product Dimensions: 25.6 x 18.4 x 1.2 cm
Shipping Weight: 663 g

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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Book Of Kimono is a Kodansha International publication.

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N Yamanaka is a Kodansha International author.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive book of answers, Jun 25 2002

By	Sari S. Wright "S�ri S. Wright" (Palm Bay, Florida USA) - See all my reviews

WOW! I was so happy to have found a book which explains a lot of the vocabulary and concepts involved in describing the Japanese cultural icon - kimono. A very good book about how to wear these garments, how and where they are made, and a little bit of history. Addresses mostly women, but also men and children. If you want to know about kimono - start here. If you want to know about Japanese culture, again, start here - the clothes reflect the culture. Enjoy the book, I do.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Complete and detailed explanations about kimono, Jun 21 2000

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In this book you'll discover the history of kimono, and complete and detailed explanations of actual and colorful kimonos presented with good quality pictures. You'll also been presented to all accessoires which are needed to wear decently a kimono. In the end you will get some hints about behaviour you should have while wearing a kimono. I can recommend this book without restrictions to anyone willing to have "de la classe !" wearing a superb silk kimono.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This book is one of the most beautifuly written on kimonos !, Jun 3 1999

By A Customer

This book is one of the most beautlfuly written on the subject of the Japanese national dress, the kimono. Of all of the books I have read on the kimono, I found this one to be the most consice and entertaining . Nario Yamanaka, a leading athourity on kimonos and who has also established the Sodo Kimono Academy in Japan , truly knows the kimono and exibits its true beauty in a most lovely manner. Included in the book is a brief history of the orgin of the kimono, the process of making the garment, different types of kimonos for different seasons, the tying of the obi sash, beautiful color photos and kimono etiquette. There is a also a detailed step - by - step section on how to wear the kimono. If one is a true aficinado of the kimono, This book should be included in your library.I highly recommend it !!

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4.0 out of 5 stars The essential kimono book
The author really takes kimono seriously, and it shows. He founded an international group whose goal is to popularize everyday wearing of kimono. Read more

Published on Mar 27 1999