Share This Article Not Just a CostumeWhen foreigners visit Kyoto, they often rent a cheap, printed Kimono for $30 to take photos. It is fun, but it is basically a costume. If you touch a Real Kimono made for a formal occasion like a wedding or a coming-of-age ceremony, you will realize it is a completely different world. The Price of a Luxury CarAn authentic, high-end silk Kimono can easily cost $10,000 to $50,000 (or more!). It is literally the price of a luxury car. Why is it so expensive? Because there are no machines involved. Everything is done by … Continue reading Why Do Authentic Kimonos Cost as Much as a Car? (The Masterpiece You Can Wear)