This is a kimono from Yamaguchi Bijutsu Orimono, a renowned Kyoto-based Karaori (a type of woven fabric) manufacturer that has overseen and collaborated on numerous costumes for films, TV dramas, stage productions, and magazines. Yamaguchi Bijutsu Orimono is an established manufacturer that carries on the traditional Karaori of Nishijin, Kyoto, preserving the techniques of the dyeing and weaving industries, which are valuable cultural assets. They also undertake the restoration of old Noh costumes, commissioned by temples and shrines, including those for Ise Jingu Shrine. With reliable techniques and designs that have received orders from the Imperial Family. This is an embroidered tsumugi visiting kimono from the prestigious Yamaguchi Bijutsu Orimono, known for its tradition and formality. It features a lustrous monochrome cherry blossom and maple leaf embroidery on high-quality silk. The signature of the artist is placed on the okumi (the front panel of the kimono). The harmonious balance on a single kimono creates a deep, understated elegance. It has a beautiful design that creates an impression of refined grace, so we hope you will enjoy it with a fukuro obi (formal obi) or a Nagoya obi (casual obi) (^^) ● Japanese Color: Off-white, close to grayish-white ● Size: Hiro-eri (wide collar), awase (lined) No crest Length 166cm 裄丈 (Yuki length) 67cm Sleeve length 49cm Front width 23cm Back width 30cm Yuki seam allowance approx. 2cm on one side Uchimi (hem allowance) approx. 4cm *Please note that there may be slight variations due to amateur measurements. ● Material: Both the kimono fabric, lining, and hakkei (lining of the kimono's skirt) are silk. ● Condition: This kimono was purchased about 10 years ago. It has been worn, but it is clean and in very good condition. It is a beautiful item, but please understand that it is a used item before purchasing. ● Other notes: There may be differences in the colors seen depending on your monitor, so please be aware if you are particular about subtle colors. 【 #YamaguchiBijutsuOrimono 】 Established in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto in 1992 Donated kichō (decorative screens) and takushoku (table decorations) to Ise Jingu Shrine in 1996 Held the first Shiu-kai (Purple Cloud Association) exhibition at the former Kazoku Kaikan in Kasumigaseki, Tokyo in 1997 Released the collection "Art Nouveau Collection" in 1998, featuring works sublimated into Karaori and Yuzen dyeing Produced jūni hitoe (twelve-layered ceremonial kimono) and sokutai (formal court dress) for the film "Thousand Years of Love - The Tale of Genji" (starring Sayuri Yoshinaga) in 2000, and collaborated on the film's costumes Produced costumes and supervised costumes for the Fuji TV drama "Ōoku" series in 2003, and participated in the 400th anniversary restoration project of Kodai-ji Temple in Kyoto Donated restored tsuzure-ori (tapestry weave) of "Kitano Mandokoro Kosode" and "Hideyoshi's Animal Pattern Jinbaori" in 2006 We also have many other items for sale, including kimonos, obis, Japanese accessories, antiques, and brand artists. Please take a look here: #kafekimono