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[Breaking News]Preparations for Kabuki performance in Kyoto

KYOTO, Japan, Nov. 26 Kyodo - Preparations are under way for a year-end Kabuki performance in Kyoto, western Japan, on Nov. 26, 2025, with wooden boards with the names of Kabuki actors written in the traditional "kantei-ryu" style of calligraphy -- wishing for a full house -- on display at Minamiza Theater. (Kyodo)

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Preparations for Kabuki performance in Kyoto

Preparations are under way for a year-end Kabuki performance in Kyoto, western Japan, on Nov. 26, 2025, with wooden boards with the names of Kabuki actors written in the traditional "kantei-ryu" style of calligraphy -- wishing for a full house -- on display at Minamiza Theater.

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Preparations for Kabuki performance in Kyoto

Preparations are under way for a year-end Kabuki performance in Kyoto, western Japan, on Nov. 26, 2025, with wooden boards with the names of Kabuki actors written in the traditional "kantei-ryu" style of calligraphy -- wishing for a full house -- on display at Minamiza Theater.

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Preparations for Kabuki performance in Kyoto

Preparations are under way for a year-end Kabuki performance in Kyoto, western Japan, on Nov. 26, 2025, with wooden boards with the names of Kabuki actors written in the traditional "kantei-ryu" style of calligraphy -- wishing for a full house -- on display at Minamiza Theater.

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Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 2

Severe flooding has submerged towns and displaced hundreds of thousands as Typhoon Kalmaegi battered the central Philippines. Rivers overflowed in Cebu and nearby islands, forcing residents onto rooftops while cars and containers were swept through the streets. Local officials said some evacuation centers were inundated, and many survivors of a recent earthquake had to be evacuated again. More than 380,000 people fled their homes across the Visayas, southern Luzon, and northern Mindanao. Kalmaegi, locally named Tino, made landfall late Monday, November 3 with winds of up to 130 kph before moving toward the South China Sea on Tuesday, November 4.

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China: Tourists and Locals Rescue Yaks from Mud Pit in Qinghai

In Qinghai, China, tourists and locals joined forces with an excavator operator to rescue four yaks stuck in deep mud on September 30, 2025. After spotting the trapped animals, the tourists alerted a herdsman and enlisted help from a nearby construction site. Working for nearly an hour, they freed all four yaks safely. The herdsman said the rescue prevented losses of over RMB 40,000.

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US: North Dakota Sees Powerful Winds Amid Tornado-Producing Storm

Severe weather swept across the upper Midwest on Friday, June 20, bringing powerful winds and leaving at least 3 dead in North Dakota as a tornado ripped through the area.

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China: Typhoon Wutip Darkens Hainan Skies Ahead of Landfall in Hainan

This is the terrifying moment a massive wall of dark clouds engulfed the skies over Hainan as Typhoon Wutip approached southern China. On June 11, 2025, in Hainan, China, video captured thick, menacing clouds rolling in ahead of Typhoon Wutip's landfall. The sky turned eerily dark as the season’s first typhoon neared, creating a heavy, ominous atmosphere. The storm made landfall around 11 p.m. on June 13 along the coast of Dongfang, a city in Hainan, with winds reaching up to 30 meters per second and a central pressure of 980 hPa. Heavy rain swept through southern parts of the island, with some areas experiencing torrential downpours and localized extreme rainfall. According to China National Radio, by June 15, Typhoon Wutip had weakened into a tropical depression after moving inland into Jiangxi Province, and continued to lose strength. The video ends with the storm clouds blanketing the landscape as residents brace for the typhoon’s impact.

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Japan: Heavy Snowfall Hits Sea Of Japan Coast 4

Heavy snowfall has battered a wide area of Japan, especially the Hokuriku region along the Sea of Japan coast. This video shows blizzard conditions in the city Otaru, Hokkaido.

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US: EF-1 Tornado Touches Down In Athens, AL, Leaving Devastating Damage

The National Weather Service in Huntsville has confirmed that an EF-1 tornado touched down in downtown Athens, Alabama, on Saturday night, December 28.

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Preparations for Kabuki performance in Kyoto

KYOTO, Japan, Nov. 26 Kyodo - Preparations are underway for a year-end Kabuki performance in Kyoto, western Japan, on Nov. 26, 2024, with wooden signs with the names of Kabuki actors written in the traditional style of "maneki-gaki" calligraphy, wishing for a full house, on display at Minamiza Theater. (Kyodo)

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Preparations for Kabuki performance in Kyoto

Preparations are underway for a year-end Kabuki performance in Kyoto, western Japan, on Nov. 26, 2024, with wooden signs with the names of Kabuki actors written in the traditional style of "maneki-gaki" calligraphy, wishing for a full house, on display at Minamiza Theater.

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Preparations for Kabuki performance in Kyoto

Preparations are underway for a year-end Kabuki performance in Kyoto, western Japan, on Nov. 26, 2024, with wooden signs with the names of Kabuki actors written in the traditional style of "maneki-gaki" calligraphy, wishing for a full house, on display at Minamiza Theater.

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Preparations for Kabuki performance in Kyoto

Preparations are underway for a year-end Kabuki performance in Kyoto, western Japan, on Nov. 26, 2024, with wooden signs with the names of Kabuki actors written in the traditional style of "maneki-gaki" calligraphy, wishing for a full house, on display at Minamiza Theater.

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Philippines: Typhoon Yinxing Makes Landfall In Cagayan, Damaging Infrastructure 3

Typhoon Yinxing, known as Marce in the Philippines, made landfall near Santa Ana, Cagayan, on Thursday afternoon, November 7, forcing more than 21,000 people to evacuate and damaging two domestic airports and homes. Telecommunications and power supplies have remained down due to damaged cables and power lines, severely affecting residents in the affected areas.

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Philippines: Typhoon Yinxing Makes Landfall In Cagayan, Damaging Infrastructure 2

Typhoon Yinxing, known as Marce in the Philippines, made landfall near Santa Ana, Cagayan, on Thursday afternoon, November 7, forcing more than 21,000 people to evacuate and damaging two domestic airports and homes. Telecommunications and power supplies have remained down due to damaged cables and power lines, severely affecting residents in the affected areas.

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Maneki signboard for Kyoto kabuki show

A calligrapher uses a mixture of sake and ink to write the names of Kabuki performers on a wooden signboard in Kyoto on Nov. 8, 2024, for the year-end show at the Minamiza Theater in the traditional style of "maneki-gaki" calligraphy, wishing for a full house.

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Maneki signboard for Kyoto kabuki show

A calligrapher uses a mixture of sake and ink to write the names of Kabuki performers on a wooden signboard in Kyoto on Nov. 8, 2024, for the year-end show at the Minamiza Theater in the traditional style of "maneki-gaki" calligraphy, wishing for a full house.

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Maneki signboard for Kyoto kabuki show

A calligrapher uses a mixture of sake and ink to write the names of Kabuki performers on a wooden signboard in Kyoto on Nov. 8, 2024, for the year-end show at the Minamiza Theater in the traditional style of "maneki-gaki" calligraphy, wishing for a full house.

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Thailand: Overflowing Of Ping River Causes Flooding In Chiang Mai Amid Rainy Season 3

Water levels in the Ping River rose, causing severe flooding across Chiang Mai on September 25 and affecting infrastructure. Small vehicles were stranded on flooded roads, and local shops and stalls were forced to close.

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US: Beryl Causes Widespread Power Outages And Flooding, Leaves Multiple Dead In Texas 4

Beryl has weakened into a tropical storm after making landfall as a category 1 hurricane near Matagorda in Texas, on Monday, July 8, shortly before 4 a.m. local time. The hurricane caused power outages and life-threatening flooding and left multiple dead in Houston and the surrounding areas.

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Fusion of Chinese calligraphy, Kung Fu captivates audience in New York

STORY: Fusion of Chinese calligraphy, Kung Fu captivates audience in New York SHOOTING TIME: June 1, 2024 DATELINE: June 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:28 LOCATION: NEW YORK, U.S. CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the exhibition and demonstration about fusion of calligraphy and Kung Fu by Wang Houtang STORYLINE: The fusion of ancient art forms came to life in a mesmerizing display as renowned Chinese artist Wang Houtang brought his unique blend of calligraphy and Kung Fu to the Ethan Cohen Gallery at KuBe Art Center in Beacon, New York, on Saturday. Each brushstroke seemed to come alive, imbued with the energy and precision of martial arts, creating an unforgettable artistic experience for all who were present. "For me, combining Chinese martial arts and calligraphy is an innovation. Fusing two great treasures of Chinese culture creates a unique writing style," said Wang, 72, at the opening ceremony of the exhibit that runs from June 1 to 30. "Today is so special, I think that you need to know you are co

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Chinese youngsters embrace more diversified tourism options

STORY: Chinese youngsters embrace more diversified tourism options SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: May 19, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:40 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: ECONOMY/CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of tourist attractions 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LI SIYI, Tourist 3. various of tourists 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): LIU YIRUN, Tourist STORYLINE: China's tourism market is experiencing an upgrade and becoming a strong source of economic growth. There is a new trend where many young Chinese are exploring traditional culture during their travels. At a tourist attraction in Yongcheng City, central China's Henan Province, activities like the Hanfu parade and Han-style market have attracted many tourists. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LI SIYI, Tourist "Today, we tried on Han-style makeup and clothing, viewed calligraphy and painting displays, watched different stage shows, and enjoyed the entertainment options at the scenic spot. It was really enjoyable, and we felt fully immersed in the richness of traditional cultur

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US: Days-Long Winter Storm Dumps Heavy Snow On Sierra Nevada, Closing Roads, Schools

A days-long winter storm dumped heavy snow on the Sierra Nevada, closing major highways, ski resorts, and schools in parts of California. More than 10 feet of snow and hurricane-force wind gusts of 170 mph-plus were reported.

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US: Strong Winter Storm Brings Blizzard Conditions To Sierra Nevada

A strong winter storm hit the Sierra Nevada on Friday, March 1, bringing heavy snow and high winds. Blizzard Warnings were issued for the Sierra, including Lake Tahoe and eastern Nevada. The Sierra Avalanche Center warned that the danger of avalanches was high. Yosemite National Park and many ski resorts in the region announced they were closing at least for the day.

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Chinese culture courses launched in Myanmar's Yangon

STORY: Chinese culture courses launched in Myanmar's Yangon DATELINE: March 25, 2023 LENGTH: 00:04:09 LOCATION: YANGON, Myanmar CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the launching ceremony of Chinese culture courses STORYLINE: The China Cultural Center in Yangon on Friday launched three summer training courses on Chinese culture for Myanmar students to promote cultural exchanges between China and Myanmar. The summer training courses on Chinese calligraphy, Chinese-style flower arrangement and Yunnan cuisine cooking will be conducted at the center from March 28 to May 23. Speaking at the launching of the training courses, Xu Ling, who is in charge of the China Cultural Center in Yangon, said that the training courses are offered to promote cultural exchanges between the two countries and enrich the summer cultural life of Myanmar students. Xu added that she hopes the training courses will help the participating students experience the profoundness of Chinese culture. Xinhua News Agency corres

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Usamajyo. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a formal kimono, you can wear yukata freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it increased. People wear it to go to festivals, fireworks and V-kei bands the demand for these special yukatas is increasing. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata Ayame. Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)

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New Kimono style in summer

New way to wear yukata J'zk (Chazuke). Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume that was born in the Heian period (794-1192) and is also a type of kimono. Unlike a full-dress kimono, it is attractive that you can wear it freely. The number of places to wear it has expanded, and the number of people who wear it from festivals and fireworks venues to the live venues of V-kei bands has increased, which is increasing the demand for these special yukatas. August 5, 2011 , Tokyo, Japan.(Credit:style-arena.jp/Kyodo News Images)