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.

Kim Kardashian reveals the name of her new shapewear brand

Kim Kardashian's 'Kimono' brand under fire for cultural appropriation - National

Kim Kardashian will rename her “Kimono” shapewear line backlash - Vox

Kim Kardashian Just Filed a Trademark for the Word 'Kimono

Kim Kardashian Dresses Up in a Kimono, Wears Chopsticks for Impromptu Photo Shoot by North West

Why is Kim Kardashian's new 'Kimono' shapewear sparking outrage in Japan, and is it really cultural appropriation or is that being wrongly used? - Quora

Kim Kardashian West changes name of new shapewear line after Kimono backlash

Kim Kardashian West and the Kimono Controversy - The New York Times

Cultural Appropriation and Trademark Law IIPRD Blog - Intellectual Property Discussions

Kim Kardashian gives in to pressure to rename 'Kimono' brand

Kim Kardashian Says She Had 'Really Innocent Intentions' With The Kimono Shapewear Name! - Perez Hilton

Japan official to Kardashian West: Kimono belongs to Japan