noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Japanese clothing; wearing a kimono
Refers to traditional Japanese attire, especially kimono, or the state of being dressed in such clothing. Often used in contrast to 洋装 (Western clothing).
At the wedding, there were many brides in kimono.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Japanese-style bookbinding
Traditional Japanese bookbinding, often using thread or folding techniques. Distinct from Western-style binding.
I learned how to put on a kimono from a book on Japanese clothing.
This old book is Japanese-style bound, sewn with thread.
和装 refers to Japanese-style clothing and dress, contrasting with 洋品's focus on Western-style apparel and accessories.
Japanese-style bound book
Compound of 和 (wa, 'Japanese') and 装 (sō, 'attire' or 'binding'). The term emerged in the modern era to distinguish traditional Japanese styles from Western ones.