Sometimes misunderstood in the West as the archetypal or stereotypical aesthetics of Japanese culture, refers to a distinct aesthetic ideal of subdued displays of taste and/or wealth, with an emphasis on belying, on first glance, the efforts - monetary or otherwise - taken to appear stylish. , having come into prominence around the same as many other now-traditional artforms, remains a cornerstone of aesthetic appeal and thought in traditional Japanese culture. Both geisha and kimono, amongst other cultural aspects, are thought to have been influenced by and developed through , and remain largely influenced by it to this day.