In the 19th century, Japan opened its doors. The "Kimono Dress"—emblematic of a broader clothing revolution—sheds light on Japan's forward-looking strategy as it joined the global community.

Some 4,600 new adults dressed in flashy kimonos and other attire attended a coming-of-age ceremony here on Jan. 12, one day ...

Japan has marked Coming of Age Day, a national holiday in which those who turn 20 take part in ceremonies that officially welcome them into adulthood. On the second Monday of each January, those ...