At Tokita Kobo, we love breathing new life into traditional Japanese fabrics, and our Kimono Upcycled XXL Scrunchies are the perfect example! These oversized accessories are not just for holding…
If you’ve ever visited a Japanese shrine (神社, jinja) or temple (お寺, otera), you’ve probably seen small, beautifully decorated fabric pouches hanging from racks. These are Omamori (お守り), traditional Japanese…
As the end of the year approaches, homes, offices, and schools across Japan begin a deep cleaning ritual known as “Oosouji” (大掃除). More than just tidying up, Oosouji is a…
On the Winter Solstice, a traditional food is azuki bean porridge. This custom originated in China but has become very common in Japan as well. Eating azuki bean porridge on…
Tattoos (刺青, irezumi) have a long and complex history in Japan. While body art is widely accepted in many countries, in Japan, tattoos are still often linked to the Yakuza…
The first time of attending to Natsu Matsuri, 2024 as a vendor. It was really hot and strong windy day but it was fun! What a great day! I enjoyed…
When people think of a kimono, they often imagine an elegant, flowing garment with multiple layers. But why does traditional Japanese clothing involve so many layers? The answer lies in…
The first time of attending to Guild Alive with Culture Art Festival, 2024 as a vendor. It was really hot weekend but it was fun! Thank you for stopping my…
The first time for Japan Festival as a vendor. It was a great experience to see lots of Japanese cultural lovers up north! On July 20 (Saturday), we embarked on…
The first time of attending to Lakeview Artisan Market 2024 as a vendor. We enjoyed seeing new people in the warm and hearful atmosphere. Today, I tried setting up a…