British-Japanese artist Hana Tajima wears Palestinian and Sudanese inspired attire to Buckingham

Renowned British-Japanese visual artist Hana Tajima attracted significant attention on social media for her choice of attire at a recent state banquet held at Buckingham Palace. The event was organized in honor of Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako during their state visit to the UK.

Hana Tajima wore a striking white dress with black and green sleeves, complemented by a red fan, symbolizing the colors of the Palestinian and Sudanese flags. In an Instagram post, she expressed her sentiments, stating, “It was an honor to wear the colors of Palestine and Sudan.” She further elaborated on the effort involved in creating the dress, saying, “It took me a couple of weeks and a lot of hand sewing to make this dress, but with every stitch I thought of what I was representing and what it meant to me. The white and green fabrics are vintage kimono silk.”

Tajima, known for her modest clothing designs, has also designed clothing for the Japanese casual wear chain Uniqlo. Her work often reflects a blend of cultural influences and thoughtful craftsmanship, and her attire for the banquet was no exception.

The state banquet was part of a series of ceremonies hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla to welcome the Japanese Emperor and Empress, who began their three-day state visit to Britain on June 26. The visit included various official events aimed at strengthening the ties between Japan and the UK.

Hana Tajima’s choice of attire has sparked discussions online about cultural representation and the significance of her fashion statement. Her blend of Palestinian and Sudanese colors with vintage kimono silk fabric has been widely praised for its symbolic and artistic value.