What: A Japanese wedding kimono. The kimono was worn by Haruko Torii at her 1933 wedding to Kochitaro Torii and was donated by her niece to the Elizabeth Sage Historic Costume Collection.
Where to find it: On exhibit in “Thoughts, Things, and Theories ... What Is Culture?” at the Mathers Museum of World Cultures, 416 N. Indiana Ave.
Why you should care: Marriage is the most formalized relationship two people can make. The wearing of special attire when getting married indicates the status of the ceremony as one of the most important ceremonies in an individual’s life. The formality of this kimono reinforces the importance of the occasion. Because of its association with fidelity, prosperity and longevity, the crane is a common symbol associated with wedding ceremonies in Japan.
