About this Series This styling is part of a personal project in which I created 50 different kimono looks, each based on a unique theme. All styling is created and arranged by me, using kimono from my personal collection.Each look is styled and dressed by me, with the support of friends and models. Through this series, I share how kimono…
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In Japan, May 5th is celebrated as Children’s Day, a special occasion to wish for children’s health, happiness, and strong growth. Traditionally, families with boys display samurai helmets, and sometimes full armor, as symbols of protection and strength, and a wish for children to grow up safe and strong. Colorful carp streamers, known as koinobori, represent perseverance, as carp are…
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Kimono care in the U.S. is one of the most common questions I receive from my students and from people who are interested in wearing kimono. “How do you take care of your kimono?” Living in the United States, this question becomes even more important, because the environment is very different from Japan. This post may contain affiliate links. As…
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Last summer, I had the chance to try one of the things I had wanted to do in Japan. It turned out to be one of the most memorable cultural experiences of my trip. Together with my sister-in-law, I visited Asakusa to experience grinding matcha with a traditional stone mill. My sister-in-law stayed with us in Japan for two months,…
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When do Japanese people wear kimono? This is a question many people have when learning about Japanese culture. Kimono are no longer everyday clothing in Japan. However, we still wear kimono in a variety of situations. They are part of life’s special moments, seasonal traditions, cultural experiences, and sometimes simply for personal enjoyment. In this article, I will share when…
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