Monday, May 4, 2009

Yukata's and Kimono's

On Saturday Audrey and I were invited to spend the afternoon with our best friends here in Himeji. We had told them that I wanted to learn how to tie an obi so that when Audrey wanted to show off her kimono, I could wrap her up. Well this turned into a fashion show for Audrey. The lady that came over to give us lessons brought a slew of kimonos and dressed Audrey in each of them and had her pose for pictures. She looked so beautiful and had a great time "playing dress up." In between outfit changes we had lunch and enjoyed our afternoon. For those of you who are wondering, I did learn how to tie the obi, now lets just hope I can remember how when we get home. Overall it was a great day with friends.

A couple days later, a couple of Audrey's students invited us to lunch and to play dress up with them as well. Never wanting to turn down tasty Japanese food or a chance to build relationships with our friends/students we jumped at the opportunity. This time it was just one wardrobe change but Audrey rocked that yukata! We had a delicious lunch and great conversation with Audrey's students. Just another example of how blessed we are to have this opportunity to live here in Japan.



Audrey in one of many kimonos for the dayThats right... I tied the obi... I know you are impressed!
Lovers in Japan
Audrey and her students

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