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Beauty at Your Feet
Among the required subjects during the Maiko (舞妓) training, we have Kyo-mai (京舞, Kyoto Style dancing) class. In the lessons, Maiko are...
Beniko
Dec 18, 20171 min read
Wagasa (Japanese Umbrella)
What if your dream trip to Kyoto finally came true, and it turned out raining... It's natural to feel blue but please don't worry....
Beniko
Dec 17, 20171 min read
YUMEYATAKA Kimono Appeared on 2018 Miss Sake Kyoto Final
This year again, YUMEYAKATA Kimono appeared on the stage of Kyoto Final for 2018 Miss Sake contest on November 29. (Click here to see the...
yumeyakata
Dec 17, 20171 min read
Enrian Temple in Sagano District
One of the best autumn foliage I saw this year was that of Enrian (厭離庵) temple in the Sagano (嵯峨野) district. The color of the leaves was...
Akane KIbune
Dec 16, 20171 min read
Fallen Leaves
This year's autumn foliage was incredible. The beautiful colors of red and gold lasted unusually long. Now it's almost finished and I...
Akane Kibune
Dec 16, 20171 min read
Knots of OBI Belts
Today, many variations of Obi (帯) knots are enjoyed in Kimono (着物) fashion. Pic. 1 shows a gorgeous frill-styles for Furisode (振袖, long...
Beniko
Dec 15, 20171 min read
KIMONO for Mature Ladies
Lately, Kimono (着物) with simple patterns are gaining popularity. Every time I come across ladies in elegant and mature-look Kimono, I...
Beniko
Dec 14, 20171 min read
Good Luck Charm of Yokihi Kannon
What is the women's eternal wishes? The answer is BEAUTY. Young girls' wishes for beauty are intense because they have to find their...
Akane Kibune
Dec 13, 20171 min read
Autumn Foliage at Jojakko-ji Temple
If you ask me what is the best season in Kyoto, I would answer it's the autumn foliage season. This year again, I visited a lot of places...
Akane Kibune
Dec 11, 20171 min read
Finding Your Best Kimono
What is the most popular activity during the stay in Kyoto? It's probably visiting temples and shrines. However, experiential activities,...
Beniko
Dec 9, 20171 min read
IMAYO (Color Trend in Heian Era)
On TV shows, the color trend of the year is often introduced. In the old days back in the Heian (平安) era, our ancestors had the color...
Beniko
Dec 9, 20171 min read
KIMONO Accessories
Have you ever thought that your favorite color is too bright for your Kimono (着物) to wear? If so, what about incorporating the color in...
Beniko
Dec 8, 20171 min read
Merry Christmas in KIMONO
Footwear for Kimono (着物) is Zori (草履, Japanese sandals), and it's a common practice. However, the rules are somewhat changing. Lately,...
Beniko
Dec 7, 20171 min read
St. Agnes Illumination (Christmas Lights)
Did you enjoy the autumn foliage this year? It's almost over here in Kyoto, and we only have one month left til the year end. It get...
Akane Kibune
Dec 7, 20171 min read
ROHM Illuminations 2017
The autumn foliage is almost over here in Kyoto, and now we are having the holiday season. The town of Kyoto becomes merrier and...
Akane Kibune
Dec 7, 20171 min read
Hair Accessories for KIMONO
In terms of hair styles, short style suits Kimono (着物) very much. However, updo styles with gorgeous accessories are every women's dream...
Beniko
Dec 6, 20171 min read
Delicious! Kyoto Cuisine
We often hear from our customers that they would like to try Kyoto cuisine. Frankly speaking, we must admit that Kyoto cuisine is...
Akane Kibune
Dec 2, 20171 min read
RASHOMON, a Ruined Gate in Heian period, appears in Kyoto Station
When I was a student, remembering the year of historical events were always struggles to me. However, I still do not forget what I...
Akane Kibune
Dec 2, 20171 min read
Patterns of KIMONO
In Kimono (着物) fashion, there are countless number of patterns. Classy and traditional ones, seasonal ones, ones with flower or animal...
Beniko
Nov 30, 20171 min read
OFUDA (Paper Talisman) and Kyoto People
I bet you might have seen many Ofuda (お札, paper talisman) attached around entrances of houses in Kyoto. Generally speaking, people from...
Akane Kibune
Nov 28, 20171 min read
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