10 Must-Buy Japanese Christmas Presents
It’s official – there’s only a month left until Christmas. The countdown is on to accumulate the perfect gifts for your loved ones! If you …
7 Occasions to Wear a Japanese Kimono
The kimono is famously a traditional garment that originates from Japan. With many different styles, colours, materials, and patterns to choose from – kimonos are worn to …
Japanese Summer Clothing
The Japanese have cultural festivals abound, and they don’t stop when the temperature (not to forget the humidity) ramp up! When you step outside into …
Kimono Care Guide
Carefully caring for a kimono is extremely important in keeping it vibrant, clean, and longer lasting. However, it’s important to do it in the right …
Choosing a Yukata Kimono: 5 Important Considerations
Wearing a Yukata Kimono is the UK’s hottest trend at the moment. Led by the influx of kimono-style jackets dominating the high street, imports from …
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More New Stock In!
We have just received a top up stock of Calligraphy items and new Nemaki men’s and ladies Cotton Kimono as pictured below!
The Art and Culture of the Japanese Kimono
The History Behind The Japanese Kimono Traditional Japanese Kimono or Yukata, are wrapped around the body with the left side over the right. It is …
We are Supporting the Kotatsu Japanese Animation Festival
The Kotatsu Japanese Animation Festival was launched at Chapter Arts Centre in Cardiff in November 2010, and is the only festival in Wales that focuses …
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The Story of the Traditional Kimono
The kimono is a traditional and extremely valuable garment worn by Japanese women. However, in these modern times the Japanese kimono has developed a universal …