<p>A Chinese anime fan claims she was held and interrogated by police when she posed for pictures in traditional Japanese attire in the eastern city of Suzhou, igniting a heated debate on China's social media about what some regard as excessive nationalism.</p>

<p>The young woman, who was dressed in a white kimono with red blossoms and green foliage, claimed she was waiting in line for a snack on Wednesday evening on Huaihai Street, a vibrant food strip known for its Japanese bars and restaurants, when she and her photographer were suddenly encircled by police.</p>

<p>The woman, known as "Is Shadow Not Self," posted details about the encounter on Weibo, China's Twitter-like site, on Sunday, where a linked hashtag was viewed more than 90 million times before being blocked on Monday.</p>

<p>According to her post, policemen were offended by her kimono, which she had combined with a long blond wig as a cosplay of a prominent character in the Japanese manga series "Summer Time Rendering."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A young Chinese woman was taken away by local police in Suzhou last Wednesday because she was wearing a kimono. "If you would be wearing Hanfu (Chinese traditional clothing), I never would have said this, but you are wearing a kimono, as a Chinese. You are Chinese!" <a href="https://t.co/et8vWOferQ">pic.twitter.com/et8vWOferQ</a></p>
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<p>Wearing a kimono in public has been increasingly problematic in China in recent years, as nationalism and anti-Japanese sentiment have grown. Chinese popular sentiment towards Japan has grown and waned as a result of Japan's ruthless invasion of China during World War II, and is often linked to China's domestic politics and the level of bilateral ties.</p>

<p>However, as Chinese nationalism becomes more militant and intolerant under Xi Jinping's leadership, lovers of Japanese culture, which was once popular among China's youth, have encountered increasing criticism and distrust.</p>

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A Chinese anime fan claims she was held and interrogated by police when she posed for pictures in traditional Japanese attire in the eastern city of Suzhou, igniting a heated debate on China's social media about what some regard as excessive nationalism.

A Chinese anime fan claims she was held and interrogated by police when she posed for pictures in traditional Japanese attire in the eastern city of Suzhou, igniting a heated debate on China's social media about what some regard as excessive nationalism. The young woman, who was dressed in a white kimono with red blossoms and green foliage, claimed she was waiting in line for a snack on Wednesday evening on Huaihai Street, a vibrant food strip known for its Japanese bars and restaurants, when she and her photographer were suddenly encircled by police. The woman, known as "Is Shadow Not Self," posted details about the encounter on Weibo, China's Twitter-like site, on Sunday, where a linked hashtag was viewed more than 90 million times before being blocked on Monday. According to her post, policemen were offended by her kimono, which she had combined with a long blond wig as a cosplay of a prominent character in the Japanese manga series "Summer Time Rendering." A young Chinese woman was taken away by local police in Suzhou last Wednesday because she was wearing a kimono. "If you would be wearing Hanfu (Chinese traditional clothing), I never would have said this, but you are wearing a kimono, as a Chinese. You are Chinese!" pic.twitter.com/et8vWOferQ — Manya Koetse (@manyapan) August 15, 2022 × Wearing a kimono in public has been increasingly problematic in China in recent years, as nationalism and anti-Japanese sentiment have grown. Chinese popular sentiment towards Japan has grown and waned as a result of Japan's ruthless invasion of China during World War II, and is often linked to China's domestic politics and the level of bilateral ties. However, as Chinese nationalism becomes more militant and intolerant under Xi Jinping's leadership, lovers of Japanese culture, which was once popular among China's youth, have encountered increasing criticism and distrust. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The reality TV star and businesswoman Kim Kardashian said on Monday she would rename her Kimono shapewear line after people in Japan said her use of the term to brand undergarments was disrespectful. Many Twitter users <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kim-kardashians-shapewear-label-kimono-sparks-outrage-japanese-women-find-it-offensive-230788">called out&nbsp;Kim for cultural misappropriation</a> and for hurting their sentiments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kardashian said she had announced the Kimono products in June “with the best intentions in mind,” and she appreciated the feedback she had received.</p>

<p>“My brands and products are built with inclusivity and diversity at their core and after careful thought and consideration, I will be launching my Solutionwear brand under a new name,” she wrote on Twitter.</p>

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— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) <a href="https://twitter.com/KimKardashian/status/1145691518025388035?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 1, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>This is her original post with products under the line Kimono:</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Finally I can share with you guys this project that I have been developing for the last year.<br />
I’ve been passionate about this for 15 years.<br />
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Kimono is my take on shapewear and solutions for women that actually work.<br />
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Photos by Vanessa Beecroft <a href="https://t.co/YAACrRltX3">pic.twitter.com/YAACrRltX3</a></p>
— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) <a href="https://twitter.com/KimKardashian/status/1143505431391854594?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 25, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>Kimono in Japanese means “thing that’s worn” and refers to full-length robes with sashes donned for formal occasions such as weddings and funerals. Her use of the word on undergarments and filing for a trademark annoyed many people.</p>

<p>“Kimono is not underwear! Stop trademark registration! Don’t make the word kimono yours!” Twitter user Ruu wrote shortly after the launch announcement, echoing a common theme.</p>


The reality TV star and businesswoman Kim Kardashian said on Monday she would rename her Kimono shapewear line after people in Japan said her use of the term to brand undergarments was disrespectful.

The reality TV star and businesswoman Kim Kardashian said on Monday she would rename her Kimono shapewear line after people in Japan said her use of the term to brand undergarments was disrespectful. Many Twitter users called out Kim for cultural misappropriation and for hurting their sentiments. Kardashian said she had announced the Kimono products in June “with the best intentions in mind,” and she appreciated the feedback she had received. “My brands and products are built with inclusivity and diversity at their core and after careful thought and consideration, I will be launching my Solutionwear brand under a new name,” she wrote on Twitter. My brands and products are built with inclusivity and diversity at their core and after careful thought and consideration, I will be launching my Solutionwear brand under a new name. I will be in touch soon. Thank you for your understanding and support always. — Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) July 1, 2019 × I am always listening, learning and growing - I so appreciate the passion and varied perspectives that people bring to me. When I announced the name of my shapewear line, I did so with the best intentions in mind. — Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) July 1, 2019 × This is her original post with products under the line Kimono: Finally I can share with you guys this project that I have been developing for the last year. I’ve been passionate about this for 15 years. Kimono is my take on shapewear and solutions for women that actually work. Photos by Vanessa Beecroft pic.twitter.com/YAACrRltX3 — Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) June 25, 2019 × Kimono in Japanese means “thing that’s worn” and refers to full-length robes with sashes donned for formal occasions such as weddings and funerals. Her use of the word on undergarments and filing for a trademark annoyed many people. “Kimono is not underwear! Stop trademark registration! Don’t make the word kimono yours!” Twitter user Ruu wrote shortly after the launch announcement, echoing a common theme.

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