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Moon and Rabbits Obi | A Gift from Madam
Full view of the moon and rabbits obi With the arrival of a quiet autumn evening, I remembered the moon and rabbits obi graciously gifted by a Madam. Unfolding the obi, the deep, serene ground color evokes a tranquil night sky, while elegant moons and playful rabbits appear delicately, creating a gentle and peaceful atmosphere. Rabbits have long symbolized abundance and harmony, while the moon represents serenity and beauty. Together, they weave a subtle story that invites

Hamanaka Akiko
Oct 231 min read


Autumn Chestnut Rice Made in Kimono - A Small Treat in Everyday Life
Today's special edition is about making chestnut rice, a taste of autumn, while wearing a kimono. Even ordinary household chores become a little more special when you put on a kimono. It's a happy moment to be surrounded by the scent of the season and listen to the sound of the rice slowly cooking. Chestnuts are carefully peeled, giving off the scent of autumn.。 🌰 Starting with peeling chestnuts, slowly Chestnut rice is slowly cooked. The sound of the rice makes you feel the

Hamanaka Akiko
Oct 221 min read



Hamanaka Akiko
Oct 221 min read


A kimono with all-dyed ties inherited from my mother | An elegant look to enjoy in autumn and winter
The all-dyed kimono I inherited from my mother is attractive for its beautiful pattern that catches your eye at first sight and its soft texture. When worn in the depths of autumn or the stillness of winter, the three-dimensionality and colors of the shibori stand out even more, and you can enjoy its appearance as if it blends into the seasonal atmosphere. This kimono features beautiful all-over tie-dye patterns that shine in the autumn and winter light. The tie dyed pattern

Hamanaka Akiko
Oct 222 min read


Old kimonos connect people. A small, sustainable circle: "Kimono Relay"
Connecting thoughts from person to person. A gentle recycling project has begun in which kimonos are reborn in new forms. It's called "Kimono Relay." It's a story of how old kimonos are given new life as they are passed from hand to hand. Kimonos are passed on from person to person. A relay that began with a single kimono I received some old kimonos from someone, and I re-tailored one of them and gave it to one of my students. The student then gave me her old undershirt, sayi

Hamanaka Akiko
Oct 102 min read


The beauty of an antique visiting kimono is brought back to life through re-tailoring - a piece that connects memories to the future
Antique formal kimono are attractive for their colors, patterns, and textures that are not found in modern kimonos. However, over time, the measurements may no longer fit, or the fabric may become loose. In such cases, we recommend having it re-tailored. By having a cherished formal kimono re-tailored, you can breathe new life into it and revive it into a piece that suits modern life. Kimono are clothing that can be re-tailored, so you can wear your memories. Also, when you f

Hamanaka Akiko
Oct 22 min read
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