Kimono

• Pros:

  • Wearing a kimono is encouraged when offered by a Japanese person
  • Appreciating and wearing a kimono in Japan is seen as a positive cultural exchange
  • Kimono rental shops are available for tourists to experience wearing traditional attire
  • Wearing a kimono can be a fun and memorable experience, especially for special occasions like prom
  • Kimono can be rented with professional dressing assistance for correct wear
  • Tourists in Japan receive compliments and positive reactions when wearing kimonos
  • Kimonos are considered works of art with intricate patterns and designs
  • Kimono rental experiences often include photo packages for lasting memories

• Cons:

  • Kimonos can be warm, with restrictive movements and limited walking comfort
  • Wooden kimono shoes are not ideal for extensive walking
  • Kimonos have many layers and intricate dressing, requiring time to wear properly
  • Kimonos can be challenging for bathroom visits and may restrict gait, especially for women
  • Kimonos may not be suitable for certain activities like hiking or crowded markets due to the risk of getting dirty

Quotes:

• "Just have fun!! And don’t worry too much, if it helps I hired a rental kimono experience"
• "Respectfully trying on other cultures’ traditional clothing is a popular and common part of tourism in Asia."
• "People are not Americans......"
• "She's like the Chrisjen Avasarala of the Japans"
• "The color scheme is intentional. Black and red = blood and death."
• "Kimono rental experiences often include photo packages for lasting memories"
• "My teen hiked to the top of Fushimi Inari in kimono. Madness if you ask me, but she wanted pictures with the Tori gates…"