Name/Title
JapanEntry/Object ID
GT1560.S53 1987Description
Describes the traditional dress of Japan and explores the historical, religious, and social contexts in which it is appropriately worn.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Suzanne StassevitchNotes
Gift of Suzanne Stassevitch, August 2022.Lexicon
Search Terms
clothing and dress--japan, costume--japan, japan--social life and customsBook Details
Author
Marion SichelPublisher
Chelsea HouseDate Published
1987ISBN
1555467423, 9781555467425LCCN
87015120Notes
Length: 64General Notes
Note Type
ContentsNote
Early and everyday dress -- The kimono -- The obi -- Court and ceremonial dress -- The samurai -- The Ainu -- Geisha girls -- No and Kabuki theatre costume -- Children -- Tattooing -- Headwear and hairstyles -- Footwear.