Ray Suzuki is the founder of Chowa, a company seeking to change how Western luxury companies approach their historically wasteful packaging practices. Suzuki (whom I met through past Five Fits With ...

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.

The “sashiko” stitching method extends the life of the worn clothing while also giving it a fresh look by adding traditional Japanese flair. The service is winning over the hearts of European ...