What’s Kimono

Unlike in the old days when it was natural to tailor a kimono to fit your body, the names of each part of the kimono are hard to know, difficult to read, and there are many unfamiliar words, but each one is the size. It is closely related to the place to measure.
By matching the size of the kimono, you can make it look nicer, so please remember the part.

Kimonos and undergarments, which are originally made from a single square piece of cloth, are very easy to fold.
Pure silk kimonos can rarely be washed, and ironing is out of the question! However, if you hang it for half a day after wearing it and fold it correctly according to the crease, you can wear it again in beautiful condition next time.

Tomesode

A black kimono with no pattern on the upper body and a pattern on the hem only. The first formal attire for married women of the highest rank, with five crests on the back, both sleeves, and both chests.
Gold, silver, and white ceremonial dress accessories, white half-collar, nagusa undergarment, and tabi. It is worn by relatives at weddings and receptions.

A black kimono with no pattern on the upper body and a pattern on the hem only. The first formal attire for married women of the highest rank, with five crests on the back, both sleeves, and both chests.
Gold, silver, and white ceremonial dress accessories, white half-collar, nagusa undergarment, and tabi. It is worn by relatives at weddings and receptions.

Furisode

The chest, shoulders, sleeves, hem, etc. are decorated with a continuous pattern, and the sleeve length is long. As the first formal attire for unmarried women, it is worn at coming-of-age ceremonies, weddings, betrothal presentations, and parties.
The gesture of waving the sleeves is not only a sign of “like” or “dislike”, but also a ritual of exorcism and purification. .

Komon

It is characterized by the fact that fine patterns are continuously drawn throughout.
As everyday wear, you can easily wear it for dining with friends or shopping.