Bring kimono style into your daily life
There is a certain softness that belongs only to spring — gentle light, quiet warmth, and colors that feel fresh without being bold. This Kimono Up-cycled Jacket captures that mood…
Differences Between Boys’ and Girls’ Kimono Styles for Children
Children’s kimono in Japan reflect tradition, symbolism, and seasonal aesthetics. While the basic structure of kimono is similar for boys and girls, there are clear differences in color, pattern, formality,…
What are we doing when the slower moments at the market?
Craft markets are full of energy—friendly faces, creative displays, and one-of-a-kind items everywhere you look. But not every moment is busy. So, what are we doing behind the booth when…
What Is Natsumatsuri? Discover Japan’s Summer Festival (夏祭り) Magic!
Japan’s Summer Festivals Full of Sound, Color, and Tradition When summer arrives in Japan, it’s not just the cicadas that buzz with excitement—Natsumatsuri (夏祭り), or summer festivals, take over streets,…
Pop-Up Event Report: HandMade Market 2025
The first time of attending to HandMade Market 2025 as a vendor. It was really hot and strong windy day but it was fun! I headed out from Toronto at…
History of Sakura (桜) – The Beauty of Cherry Blossoms
Few natural sights are as beloved and iconic as the blooming of cherry blossoms, known as sakura in Japan. These delicate pink flowers have become a timeless symbol of spring,…
Why So Many Layers in Kimono? The Beauty and Purpose Behind the Layers
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…
Seigaiha (青海波) – The Wave Pattern
In the rich tapestry of Japanese design, few patterns are as iconic and enduring as Seigaiha (青海波), which translates to “blue ocean waves.” This stunning motif captures the beauty and…
We start to accept the card payment!!
Hello everyone! We have started the card payment from now on! We accept contactless debit cards ad devices with INTERAC Flash at one flat rate. We have to charge 10…
Kimono in The Special Occasion, Kyogen(狂言) in Hiroshima
Kimono clothing has been used for long time period. Some times are used in festive occasion, others are used on daily basis. Here is one of the festive occasion showing…