{"product_id":"guide-to-the-kimono","title":"Guide to the Kimono","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Guide to Kimono Finally, the kimono can be appreciated and understood by all. This concise, fully illustrated guide examines the ever-popular and iconic kimono—a form of traditional Japanese clothing that has existed for centuries and continues to be a part of Japan's rich cultural heritage. Aimed at kimono enthusiasts and collectors of all levels, this up-to-date resource identifies and explains different types of antique and vintage kimono and kimono-related items, materials, construction, and motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull-color images and easy-to-follow descriptions arm readers with the knowledge they need to determine age and value of kimono, as the guide demystifies and debunks myths and misconceptions about this mysterious and often-misunderstood garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures include • Japanese spellings and English transliterations for each clothing type; • a comprehensive glossary of helpful terms; • information on common, uncommon, and rare kimono motifs, from tigers and cherry blossoms to mountains, snowflakes, and swans; • close-up images of textiles showcasing different fabric materials and techniques; and • tips for documenting, photographing, and storing kimono. This helpful guide is ideal for individuals who have found, inherited, or purchased a kimono and want to know more about it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nationwide Book Distributors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43572155973668,"sku":"9780764365867","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/2253\/5460\/files\/9780764365867.jpg?v=1771726758","url":"https:\/\/whimsyandwonder.co.nz\/products\/guide-to-the-kimono","provider":"Whimsy \u0026 Wonder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}