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À la recherche du temps perdu/About the structure of the garment
The structure of a garment expresses the philosophy behind it, before it even looks. Wasai (traditional Japanese sewing) and kimonos are garments that are designed to be re-tailored. They are never intended to be a "one-off" garment. This philosophy is built into every aspect of their construction. The reason they are not sewn with a sewing machine is not out of nostalgia or a celebration of handcrafted work; it is to avoid leaving stitches. Stitches made with silk and hand-s

Hamanaka Akiko
Jan 232 min read


The Imperial Seamstress’s Legacy and the "Fuki" of 100 Years
The Rose-red Fuki: A protective border designed to be replaced, ensuring the legacy lives for a century. Why do we obsess over details that remain hidden? Shohei Ohtani famously hid his beloved dog's image inside his suit lining—this is the Japanese spirit of "Ura-masari" (Hidden Luxury). Our latest piece, "KINSHU," carries a deeper secret. It was originally hand-tailored by a master seamstress who served the Fushimi-no-miya (the Imperial branch of Japan). Every stitch pres

Hamanaka Akiko
Jan 81 min read
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