Set in a wealthy household, the film uses the father's dominance and his son's moral flexibility to critique the corruption that can exist behind the "refined backdrop of contemporary Japan".
As Emiko walks through the garden, the modern world whispers her name, tempting her with its fast pace and technological advancements. She hears the distant sounds of video games and sees the glow of screens through the windows of a nearby modern café. Yet, she is drawn back by the gentle rustle of the kimono's sleeves and the soft murmur of ancient poems. 18 japanese the temptation of kimono 2009