FAQ

Yes, we take pride in offering authentic kimono made by experienced craftsmen using traditional methods. Kimono in our collection are carefully selected, and imported directly from Japan, to ensure authenticity and quality.

While the nature of how you style a kimono allows for great flexibility in terms of sizing, here are a few general guidelines and terms to remember when checking if a kimono will fit well. ー　Feminine Kimono Sizing　ー 身丈 / Length: To wear a kimono in the traditional way, you would normally choose a garment that seems too long for you. This means any kimono that is either ± 5cm longer than your height, the same as your height, or up to 10” (25cm) shorter than your height. The excess material is then folded over at the waist to form the an ohashyori (おはしょり) fold. If the kimono is around 12” (30cm) shorter than your height you can wear it without any fold. This is becoming a popular modern take on wearing kimono for young women and is also the way that men traditionally wear kimono. If the length of the kimono is over 12” (30cm) less than your height it will be too short to wear as a kimono, although you can still wear it as a robe! To see where the bottom of the garment would fall, measure the length of the kimono down from your shoulders. 友紀 / Horizontal sleeve length: This length is measured from the centre of your neck to your wrist while holding your arms at a 45° angle away from your body. This length should never stretch past your wrist, resting roughly 7 cm above the wrist line for more formal events, but everyday kimono can be even shorter for a greater ease of movement. 袖丈 / Vertical sleeve length: This depends on the formality of the kimono, with longer sleeves generally being more formal. 前幅 / Kimono width: This is calculated based on waist or hip size (choose the larger of the two measurements). A kimono with a width that is at least 40cm (16”) greater than your hip/waist size will fit perfectly. A kimono with a width between 25-40cm (10-16”) greater than your hip size will fit, but may be a little tight if you’re wearing it in the traditional way. If the width of the kimono is not at least 25cm (10”) greater than your hip size, it will not close properly at the front. ー　Masculine Kimono Sizing　 ー 着丈 / Length: This should be the measurement from your shoulder to your ankle. Male kimono do not have an ohashyori (おはしょり) fold, and so kimono need to be the correct length to reach down to the ankles. 友紀 / Horizontal sleeve length: This length is measured from the centre of your neck to your wrist while holding your arms at a 45° angle away from your body. This length should never stretch past your wrist, resting roughly 7cm above the wrist line for more formal events, but everyday kimono can be shorter for a greater ease of movement. 袖丈 / Vertical sleeve length: This depends on the formality of the kimono, with longer sleever generally being more formal. Measuring the width: 前幅 / Kimono front width: This is calculated based on waist or hip size (choose the larger of the two measurements). A kimono with a width that is at least 40cm (16”) greater than your hip/waist size will fit perfectly. A kimono with a width between 25-40cm (10-16”) greater than your hip size will fit, but may be a little tight if you’re wearing it in the traditional way. If the width of the kimono is not at least 25cm (10”) greater than your hip size, it will not close properly at the front.

Proper care ensures the longevity of your kimono. We provide care instructions with each purchase, including guidence on caring for, storing, and maintaining the fabric's quality.

Storing your kimono correctly is an important step in ensuring that your kimono stands the test of time. By folding your kimono the approapriate way, you ensure that it will never lose it's shape and that the crease lines are limited to only what's necessary.

There are many kimono types that vary in style, fabric, and purpose. For example, a komon is a casual kimono for everyday use, while a furisode is a formal kimono typically worn by young, unmarried women. We provide descriptions and information about each kimono type in our product listings. Some of the most popular styles are: Uchikake - Bridalwear & Kabuki Shiromuku - Shinto Bridalwear Furisode - Formal, for young / unmarried women. Tomesode - Formal, for mature / married women. Homongi - Semi-formal. Tsukesage - Semi-formal. Iromuji - Semi-formal. Komon - Casual. Yukata - Some do not classify this style as a kimono — it started out as a Japanese bathrobe — but fashions have evolved so that these cotton garments are now a common sight in Japan. They are very casual, and regarded as good outdoor and festival clothing. That said, wearing them to an indoor event would probably be seen as a bit of a faux pas.

We aim to process orders quickly. If you wish to cancel, please contact us immediately. Once an order has been shipped, it can't be canceled, but you can still return it following our return policy.

We currently only ship our kimono within South Africa, but will consider international shipments from 2025. Shipping rates and times may vary depending on the destination. Please check our Shipping Information page for more details.

We strive to process and ship orders within 1-3 business days. Shipping times vary based on your location and chosen shipping method. You'll receive a tracking number once your order is dispatched.