Japanese woman recognized as world No. 1 kimono collector

Japanese woman recognized as world No. 1 kimono collector

Photo taken May 6, 2015 shows Fukiko Higuchi holding her Guinness World Records certificate in Gifu Prefecture, central Japan, after she was recognized as holder of the world's largest kimono collection. The 68-year-old has collected 3,045 of the traditional clothing over 13 years. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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