This month, we sit down with kimono influencer and fashion ambassador Sheila Cliffe as she shares her fascinating journey through the ever-evolving world of kimono.

From her first brush with the garment to her inspiring work promoting it on the global stage, Sheila offers unique insights, personal reflections, and a thoughtful look at the kimono's role in our modern world.

Twenty Minutes With… is a bilingual podcast by Japan Forward, where professionals including artists, scholars, politicians, and business insiders discuss their lives and work in Japan.