Kimono

Yukata and kimono look similar but differ in neckline, obi, and footwear. Learn the three visual cues, what each outfit requires, and a simple TPO guide based on first-hand experience.

Ichimatsu pattern is called a checkerboard pattern in English and it is a pattern in which squares of two colors are repeated up, down, left, and righ...

Japanese hemp leaf pattern, called "Asanoha" is a geometric pattern of hexagons connecting rhombus shapes.This pattern has been used to decorate Buddh...

Yagasuri is a kasuri textile pattern based on the yabane (arrow feather) shape. Learn the difference between yagasuri and yabane, its lucky meaning, and when it's worn beyond graduation.

■Kimono Prices and Where to BuyAre you thinking that kimonos are too expensive?Basically, that is right!It is a one-of-a-kind item made by a craftsman...

Japanese wave pattern called as SeigaihaIn Japanese, the wave pattern is called "Seigaiha". It is used as a design pattern of kimonos a lot. The tradi...

From the Japanese standpoint of orange peel pattern.→The pattern of overlapping circles and ovals of the same size in quarters is called "Shippo mon",...

When wearing a kimono, pay attention to (1) If the motifs are of plants and animals in nature, "Season ahead! is the iron rule. (2) If the motif is a seasonal event, it's OK up to the day of the event plus ahead of time. (3) Non-seasonal patterns and flowers patterns from all four seasons are OK for all seasons.

When we buy a kimono to order for the first time, we have to take care of various things such as pattern matching, size, and compatibility with accessories.The impression when we see it as an antique is a bit different from the way the pattern appears when it's shaped, so I hope you can refer to my failures as well.