As a certified kimono stylist, sometimes going to Kyoto can be jarring. I can immediately tell when a tourist picked out their kimono via a factory-line rental shop versus when their kimono has been styled with true professional care.

Hello everyone! Some news!

Back in January, I was filmed for a YouTube channel to talk about what it was like to be a kimono stylist! It was my first time being filmed, so I may have been a little clumsy. Regardless, I did my best! You can view it here:

Long time no update! I did a kimono photoshoot in Tokyo last month with a gorgeous furisode! It was extremely cold and windy, but worth it!

Long time no update! I did a kimono photoshoot in Tokyo last month with a gorgeous furisode! It was extremely cold and windy, but worth it!

Earlier this year, I did a kimono photoshoot in Tokyo with the absolutely gorgeous @ishikawasachi.bsky.social. It was my pleasure to dress you that day!

All kimono items are secondhand from my personal collection

A couple of years ago, I did a course for bridal kimono dressing, so here's a thread introducing the types of bridal kimono and a brief history!

Kimono is not just made with silk. In fact, kimono can come in various fabrics such as linen and wool.

But did you know that denim kimono are a thing? That's right, there's kimono made with the same material as jeans!

Here's one from Rakuten:

Anyone who spends time in more traditional sightseeing areas of Japan has no doubt seen plenty of services where you can rent kimono. But which kind of service should you choose?

As a professional kimono stylist, I'm here to give you a quick guide on types of kimono rental, and what to expect.

Hello all and welcome to Mainichi Kimono (毎日きも)!

I am a Kansai area based mixed Japanese American who received her professional certification in kimono as of June 2021. It is my honor to share kimono with the world as a professional teacher/stylist!

In May 2023, I had the honor of being featured on the Krewe of Japan podcast (@kreweofjapan.bsky.social). I talked about kimono and had a lovely time!

Give it a listen (and them a follow!)

krewe-of-japan.simplecast.com/episodes/the...

In 2022, a book was released that focuses on modern "freestyle" kimono fusion outfits. If you're interested in how to incorporate kimono into your daily outfits, this is *the* book!

Hello, everyone! I'm so glad to see you here!

I'm going to begin the process of crossposting my old articles from Twitter onto this account, so if you see any familiar posts, you know why!

Greetings!

I am an Osaka-based mixed Japanese American who received her professional certification in kimono as of June 2021! I am a kimono teacher/stylist.

I aim to educate about kimono and give a glimpse into what it’s like to formally study kimono in Japan, and general kimono knowledge!