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Kimono and Traditional Patterns in Anime｜The Timeless Elegance of Haikara-san ga Tōru

  • Writer: Hamanaka Akiko
    Hamanaka Akiko
  • Oct 23
  • 1 min read
The graceful world of Haikara-san ga Tōru, where Taishō-era kimono and Western influence blend beautifully
The graceful world of Haikara-san ga Tōru, where Taishō-era kimono and Western influence blend beautifully


The classic anime Haikara-san ga Tōru captures the spirit of the Taishō era —a time when Western influence met the grace of Japanese tradition.

The heroine’s kimono, adorned with a striking yabane (arrow feather) pattern,symbolizes determination and a bright future —just like an arrow that flies straight ahead.This design was beloved by young women of the time,representing freedom, growth, and the courage to move forward.

Her outfit — a vibrant kimono paired with a red ribbon and hakama —reflects the blend of East and West,showing how women of that era began expressing their individuality through fashion.

In Haikara-san ga Tōru, the kimono is not merely clothing.It is a statement — of pride, elegance, and the freedom to be oneself.Even today, its spirit continues to inspire the world of modern kimono fashion.


Haikara-san ga Tōru kimono with yabane pattern, symbol of Taishō-era elegance and freedom



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