EST. 1977
What is Asiatica?
We are a unique retail store located in Kansas City. In our shop we make one-of-a-kind garments from vintage Japanese kimono, contemporary artisanal fabrics from Japan and other luxurious textiles. We also offer a carefully chosen selection of scarves, shawls and jewelry as well as an exceptional collection of antique and modern objects, mostly from Japan.
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Archive: Tour Japan with Elizabeth
I am frequently asked to explain not only why Asiatica has focused on Japan, but also for specific tips about traveling there. Honen-in, Kyoto WHY WE FOCUS ON JAPAN: It...
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Suzusan Spring 24 Collection - 'Encounter'
Take a behind-the-scenes look into Suzusan's process and read a note from the founder and creative director, Hiroyuki Murase. A note from Hiroyuki Murase on their Spring Collection 'Encounter' - ...
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Come to Japan with Asiatica for the Holidays
At Asiatica we never cease to be amazed by the beauty of Japanese culture and design. Inspiration strikes us at every turn — so for the holidays we'd like for...
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Finally, A Definition of Asiatica
Evolution of the Concept Store by Lucia Van Der Post via How to Spend It It’s hard to say when the notion of the concept store was first conceived,...
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Laugh
The perfect fit. Shopping in Tokyo. By David Sedaris. Read the article on NewYorker.com here. I’m not sure how it is in small families, but in large ones relationships...
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Glass Houses
Ohgita Katsuya has been making sculptures of cast glass for some time. I first saw his work in San Francisco at Japonesque. Then I tried to see his work in...
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