Storing Kimono in a Paulownia Chest? Check These Spots While Airing Them Out
A guide for paulownia chest kimono storage: what to check on the chest itself during mushiboshi airing, plus moth-repellent timing and tips for spotting stains or mold.
Care & Storage
Hanao Rubbing and Hurting Your Feet? Here’s What You Can Do Before You Even Put Your Geta On
Sore feet from geta or zori hanao can often be prevented with just a little prep beforehand. Here's a gentle guide from causes to prep steps and on-the-day fixes.
Do Flannel-Lined Tabi Really Keep Your Feet Warmer in Winter?
A gentle guide to choosing winter tabi: the difference between sarashi-lined and flannel-lined tabi, why flannel feels warmer, layering tips, and laundry care.
Paulownia Chest or Plastic Storage Case? The Difference in How They Fight Humidity
Torn between a paulownia chest and a plastic storage case for your kimono? Here's a gentle breakdown of how each handles humidity, plus the moisture care steps you can't skip either way.
How to Smooth Out Wrinkles in Your Obiage Before Putting It Away
Wrinkled obiage after wearing? Learn how to smooth it out by hand and use an iron correctly, with care tips by fabric type, before you store it.
Why Do Obijime Tassels Fray or Fluff Up? How to Fix and Prevent It
Struggling with fluffy, frayed obijime tassels? Here's a gentle guide to fixing them with steam and preventing it through everyday storage habits.
Can You Wash Geta and Zori With Water? How to Spot Water-Resistant vs. Water-Sensitive Materials and Care for Them
Wondering if you can wash geta and zori with water? Here's a simple guide to which materials tolerate moisture, and how to wipe and dry them properly.
How to Wash White Tabi | Tips for Removing Yellowing and Keeping Them White
White tabi socks dull quickly? Here's a gentle guide to hand-washing, drying, and tackling stubborn yellowing, starting with what to do the moment you take them off.
When and How to Air Out Your Kimono: From Doyo-boshi to Midwinter Airing
A gentle guide to airing out kimono: seasonal timing from summer's doyo-boshi to winter airing, indoor alternatives, and rules for using mothballs safely.
How to Care for Your Geta｜From a Quick Step After Wearing to Storage and Strap Repairs
Do you toss your geta (wooden sandals) straight into the shoe cupboard after a summer festival? Learn base-finish wiping, hanao care by material, and off-season storage tips.
How Far Can You Alter a Kimono’s Sleeve Length and Overall Length? Reading the Seam Allowance and Tips for Requesting Alterations
Got a kimono that doesn't quite fit? Whether it can be altered often comes down to the seam allowance. Here's a gentle guide to what's possible and how to ask.
Sweat Stains on Kimono Can Be Prevented — With One Small Step After You Take It Off | How Yellowing Happens and When to Get Cleaning Done
Kimono sweat stains often show up not while you're wearing it, but from how you handle it afterward. Here's how yellowing forms and simple care tips.
Sweat Care for Yukata and Summer Kimono: A Gentle Guide from Before You Dress to After You Undress
Worried about sweat under the arms or on your back in summer kimono or yukata? Here's a gentle, step-by-step guide from preparing beforehand to home care and cleaning after you undress.
What to Do After Wearing Your Kimono: At-Home Care and When to Take It to the Cleaners
After you take off your kimono, what should you do first? Here's a simple guide to airing, brushing, and checking for stains at home—and when it's best to consult a professional cleaner.
How to Store a Kimono: A Practical Guide to Tatoushi, Mothballs, and Humidity Control
A beginner-friendly guide to kimono storage, covering the three essentials: tatoushi paper, mothballs, and humidity control.
Kimono Cleaning Basics: Maru-arai vs. Araihari, and What They Cost
What's the difference between maru-arai and araihari kimono cleaning? See real shop price examples, plus notes on tricky fabrics like shibori and indigo dye.