Dying Art Of The Kimono

[dogsbody70]

in our paper today was this article about the dying art of the KIMONO.


Kimono making in Japan is a dying art - Telegraph


It seems a shame if this is allowed to happen. what do you think?

Many of us in the world think of the KIMONO as an essential part of the Japanese culture.

[Nippom]

That would be a shame to see this cultural icon go the way of the Scottish kilt or other traditional national costumes which are falling out of common daily use.

Somehow I don't see that totally happening to the kimono--or the kilt. Special occasions, and movie studios, have much need of such exquisite real-life costumes.

But I take it you mean the degree of art and manufacture by older traditional methods, as opposed to more modern machine-made ways of making them.

I would compare that to the katana and say that although there may only be vanishingly few people actually making katanas the old-fashioned way, they still can be found and their work is infinitely more authentic and respected than the finest blades made by modern methods.

From what you imply, it takes many specialists each doing their own part of the process, and each specialist has to learn and practice their craft from years of experience.

I had no idea this was happening until you pointed this out.

I agree the kimono is an essential part of Japanese culture.
Every time I see people putting on ceremonial kimonos for special occasions in Japan, or even for no special reason but just because they feel like it, it always enormously enhances the cultural aspect of any occasion for me.

[Ryzorian]

I don't Know, I have Scottish blood and there is no way I'm wearing a kilt.

[JamboP26]

The kilt is still very much in use. Not as everyday wear, but still.... it is worn with pride at a special occasion e.g. wedding, celebration, international football match featuring Scotland. I'm sure the kimono is still very much in use, it seems wherever in the world you go, modernity appears to be overlapping the more traditional crafts

[godwine]

It will be ashame to see it goes. But I think there will stil be demand for ones made by traditional tailor, as i see the tradition of 七五三 and 成人の日 will continue to be around and will continue to have girls wanting the best Kimonos.... Imagine if there is no more pretty 振袖 for the girls dueing 成人の日

[kraft021]

If Japanese crafts men are seeking hopes for kimono culture abroad, they need to consider exporting dressing techniques and skilled cleaners who can maintain kimono properly. It's a whole new set of skill set that people can learn.