The kimono is a profound historical and cultural treasure of Japan. But can foreign tourists wear them too, as locals do? Here's everything you need to know.

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The festival also had a variety of games and crafts for children of all ages ... Additional activities included a Japanese tea ceremony, kimono vendors, ikebana flower arrangement booth, kimekomi ...

The three-day event runs April 4-6 and features a dizzying array of vendors, street food offerings, traditional Japanese ...