Kimono- Kyoto to catwalk

Kimono – Kyoto to Catwalk is a rare and rich exhibit with around 300 unique objects, many of which are iconic garments telling us about the importance of kimonos through the ages, both in Japan and in the rest of the world. The visitor can explore kimonos from the 17th century to today's new interpretations on the streets of Tokyo, in the fashion industry and on screen. Legendary garments from popular culture such as the Star Wars movies and contemporary haute couture, mingle with exquisitely embroidered garments and objects from 17th century Japan. In Gothenburg, the exhibition will be supplemented with four kimonos from the collections of the Museums of World Culture. Kimono – Kyoto to Catwalk covers different periods in the history of the kimono and tells us about cultural diffusion. The exhibition is an exciting display of world culture in the sense that the kimono is in constant change and because it tends to evolve when encountering new cultures. The exhibition is produced by the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. It will open at the Museum of World Culture in Gothenburg on August 17th 2021.