Kimono and the Motifs of Japan

As a long-waited new volume in the best selling “The Kimono and the Colors of Japan” serial books, this fifth volume serves as an encyclopedia of motifs on kimonos. Not only motifs on kimonos and sashes but also those on various kimono ornaments are presented accompanied by the name of the motifs and some cultural backgrounds and descriptions of motifs. This is a “must” book for kimono fans, fashion lovers and those who are interested in the Japanese culture. All motifs presented are selected from a kimono collection of Katsumi Yumioka.