Kimono

kimono. noun. ki·​mo·​no | kə-ˈmō-nō plural kimonos. What is the plural of kimono? plural kimonos. kimono. /kəˈmoʊnoʊ/ noun. plural kimonos. What else do you call a kimono? A traditional Japanese robe-like garment that is now generally worn only in formal occasions. bathrobe. peignoir. negligee. robe. Are kimonos uncountable? ki•mo•no /kəˈmoʊnə, -noʊ/ n. [countable], pl. What […]

It’s primarily used for kimono and home textiles as it’s a particularly durable fabric and such high-quality silk that it can be dyed several times. It is created by weaving raw silk with raw silk wefts that have been twisted around 3,000-4,000 times per meter. What kind of fabric are kimonos made from? Most often, […]

Besides looking great no matter your body type, they are long, flowy, elegant and when worn the right way, can make any outfit look chic and feminine in no time! What is special about a kimono? Believed to live for a thousand years and to inhabit the land of the immortals, the Kimono is a […]

Since kimonos are more formal, it is easy to remember that with kimonos you wear socks called “tabi” (たび) to cover your feet. Whereas with yukata you show your bare feet when wearing geta (下駄) or zori (草履). So if you see a person who is not wearing socks, chances are you’re looking at a […]

Kimono and yukata are traditional Japanese garments that have charmed their way around the world due to their beauty and style. Both are full-length T-shaped robes that have long sleeves and are secured with a decorative belt, worn by both men and women. What is the difference between kimonos and Yukatas? 10. What are the […]

An updated edition of Katsumi Yumioka’s Kimono and the Colors of Japan explores the significance of color for the traditional Japanese garment Hana asagi (Blue) Hana’asagi (blue) kimono. Momo-iro (Pink) Momo-iro (pink) kimono. Shōjōhi (Red) Shōjōhi (red) kimono. Koki-murasaki (Purple) Kihada (Green-Yellow) What color kimono should you wear? If you think about it it’s not […]

SHOP THE LOOK | Vintage Silk Obi. An obi belt is a long decorative belt that is wrapped around the body to wear a Japanese kimono or yukata. What is that string in kimono? The obijime is one of the essential items when one wears kimono; it’s a string used to hold a kimono sash […]

There are actually three different furisode kimono types with different sleeve lengths; the Kofurisode (小振袖) with short sleeves, the Chu-furisode (中振袖) with medium sleeves and the Ofurisode (大振袖) with sleeves almost reaching the ground. Ofurisode is the most common furisode kimono type and is the most formal. What is kimono sleeve called? There are also […]

Kimono sleeves, or tamoto, meaning “by the side of”, were the pockets in traditional Japan that allowed wearers to stash all manner of small items while keeping their hands free. The unique construction of a kimono from strips of fabric allowed the sleeves to be used in such a manner. Are there pockets in kimono? […]

Kimonos are typically hand-sewn into ‘T’ shape from unique silk fabric tied with a belt. Similarly, with African and Middle eastern origins, Kaftans (sometimes spelled as ‘Caftans’) are lightweight dresses that hang loosely on the body. What is the difference between a kaftan and caftan? A kaftan or caftan is a variant of the robe […]

A furisode (振袖, lit., “swinging sleeves”) is a style of kimono distinguishable by its long sleeves, which range in length from 85 cm (33 in) for a kofurisode (小振袖, lit., “short swinging sleeve”), to 114 cm (45 in) for an ōfurisode (大振袖, lit., “large furisode”). Is a furisode a kimono? The Furisode, essentially is a […]

Silk robes that came from China around the 3rd century. Japanese kimono (in other words, ”gofuku”) derived from the garments worn in China during the Wu dynasty. From 8th to 11th century, Japanese style of layering silk robes was established. What is Chinese kimono called? Hanfu (simplified Chinese: 汉服; traditional Chinese: 漢服; pinyin: Hànfú) is […]

2-3 yards. 2-3 yards of fabric, depending on your desired length. Scissors. Pins. Measuring tape. How much fabric is needed for a robe? Yardage will depend on the length of the robe. I recommend purchasing at least 3 yards per garment. What fabric should I use to make a robe? 15 Best Robe Fabric Types […]

An obi belt is a long decorative belt that is wrapped around the body to wear a Japanese kimono or yukata. What do you tie a kimono with? Obi. The obi is the larger outer sash or belt tied around the kimono. It comes in a variety of styles and materials and is the primary […]

When wearing a Kimono, you are expected to wear a “hadajuban” and “koshimaki” directly on your naked skin (the “juban” comes over those). Traditionally, you don’t wear panties, but nowadays most women do. Do girls wear bra in kimono? A kimono bra is ideal, but if not, a sports bra or non-wire bra is recommended. […]

Tanjiro Kamado wears a kimono with a black-and-green ichimatsu pattern. What color is Tanjiro coat? After becoming a Demon Slayer, Tanjiro wears the standard Demon Slayer uniform, a dark-brown gakuran jacket, a white belt, baggy chocho zubon pants that extend into tabi socks, a pair of zōri with red straps, and bands of white cloth […]

obi. What is an ‘obi’? This item is an obi (oh-bee), a large sash used in traditional Japanese clothing for women. The obi functions as the tie used to keep traditional Japanese robes, known as kimono (kee-moh-no) secured in place. What are the parts of a kimono called? Sode-tsuke (袖付): the inner armhole of the […]

An obi belt is a long decorative belt that is wrapped around the body to wear a Japanese kimono or yukata. They have no fastening, and instead are tied together in a bow or other attractive knot. What is that on the back of a yukata? An obijime is a thin decorative cord that’s tied […]

The kimono is the traditional dress of Japan. It’s got long sleeves and reaches from the shoulders all the way down to one’s heels. Different types of kimono are worn depending on the occasion; kimonos for everyday wear are a lot simpler than those for formal occasions. What is kimono traditional? The kimono is a […]

There are Mofuku(s) called Iromofuku, which serve the purpose: funeral; they come with gray, no crests. Mofuku is kind of kimono for funeral only. What kimono is worn during a funeral? Even at funerals when a dead person is seen off, the deceased person usually wears a white kimono. It has the meaning of abandoning […]