1930s
Kimono, but Modern Hairstyle
Photographed in the 1930s, this Japanese woman still wears a kimono in this studio photo. But her hairstyle is thoroughly modern.
1930s
1930s
Woman in White Dress
A Japanese woman in a stylish white dress sits on a coach in a photographer’s studio.
1920s
Ainu Playing the Mukkuri
An Ainu woman is playing the Mukkuri (ムックリ), a traditional Ainu mouth harp played by women.
1920s
Fire Drill
A rare view of firemen drilling with mechanized pumps at what appears to be a factory.
1880s
Ainu Man
A beautiful hand-tinted portrait dating back to the late 19th century of an Ainu man in traditional clothing.