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Dento Kogei
Showcases the work of the artisans, still carrying on the traditions of kimono and handcraft production in Japan.
http://www.dentokogei.com/en/
Kimono
History of the kimono illustrated with mostly 18th century examples.
http://www.black-kat.com/blackmoon/kimono.html
Kimono
Text only description of modern usage of the traditional garment.
http://mothra.rerf.or.jp/ENG/Hiroshima/Things/79.html
Kimono Encyclopaedia
With kimono photos, descriptions, fashion competitions and related articles. Details different styles of Japanese kimono.
http://www.japaneselifestyle.com.au/fashion/kimono.html
Kimono.fraise.net
In journal format, with annotated pictures, kitsuke (how to wear kimono), recommendations and links.
http://kimono.fraise.net/
Kumihimo
A page of links to sites on kumihimo (a type of Japanese thread braiding). With a guide to supplies used.
http://braiding.org/
Tekobari
A tool used in Japanese embroidery.
http://www.oz.net/~denise/tekobari.htm
Temari Balls
Traditional Japanese embroidered balls, originally toys, but now an artwork symbolizing friendship.
http://www.temarikai.com/
The Shibori Studio of Japanese Textiles & Artworks
Custom textiles and artworks of traditional Japanese and original designs by hand on the silks, cottons, hemps and wools. Colored in beautiful natural dyes and indigo.
http://gallery.passion4art.com/members/carol/