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.

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.