Kim Kardashian Accused of Japanese Cultural Appropriation Over 'Kimono' Shapewear Brand

The "KUWTK" star received major backlash on social media -- particularly from Japanese people -- after releasing her new shapewear brand, Kimono, on Tuesday.
The KUWTK star received major backlash on social media -- particularly from Japanese people -- after releasing her new shapewear brand, Kimono, on Tuesday.

Here's How Kim Kardashian Handled The Kimono Backlash Behind The Scenes

Kim Kardashian Stands By Kimono Brand Name Despite Cries Of Cultural Appropriation

Japan official to Kardashian West: Kimono belongs to Japan

Kim Kardashian Changes Kimono Shapewear Name After Backlash

Kim Kardashian's Kimono fashion line to get rename following #KimOhNo backlash

After Backlash, Kim Kardashian Drops 'Kimono' Name From Underwear Line

Kim Kardashian to rename 'Kimono' shapewear after backlash

The Kimono controversy: a matter of cultural awareness and risk management

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Kim Kardashian trademarks Kimono for shapewear and people aren't happy

Kim Kardashian accused of 'cultural appropriation' over new 'Kimono' shapewear line