FAQ

Yes, our owner travels to Japan and carefully chooses kimonos one by one for the store.

Yes, our kimonos are mostly vintage, as kimonos are usually custom-made from kimono fabric (silk, W0.36m x L12m) by hand-sewing. Our pre-owned vintage kimonos are mostly dry-cleaned and disinfected.

Our vintage kimonos are mainly from 1950s to present, and the kimonos made before 1940s are considered as antique, even collectible.

The size of a kimono is determined by your height, hip size and arm length. The sizes of our kimonos adapt for height between 145cm and 170cm, hip size between 85cm and 100cm, arm length (center to wrist) between 60cm and 68cm. Japanese women are relatively short and thin. To find the best-suited kimono for you, please ask our assistance at the store.

There are different types of kimonos for seasons and occasions. Ask us for the coordination.

You need a kimono, obi, under wear, juban, some waist cords, and some other small accessories. Ask us for further information at our store.

Yes we do, but quantity is limited and sizes are rather small in silk kimonos. We have Yukatas (casual summer kimono in cotton) for men in larger sizes.

Silk kimonos must be dry-cleaned by a reputable dry cleaner. We recommend dry cleaning in a laundry net. Fold it flat and keep it away from humidity and light to avoid color fade.

No, we don’t. Kimonos are made or altered by trained kimono sewers in Japan.

Kimono $200 - $500 Obi $150 - $350 Haori $100 - $250 Yukata $50 - $120 Obi for yukata $30 - $75

We offer a traditional kimono dressing service (kitsuke) by appointment. The fee starts at $80 for a casual kimono, $100 for a formal kimono.