- A beautiful kimono with lots of red crowned cranes all over it. Red crowned cranes are loved in Japan and a symbol of loyalty and longevity. They mate for life and each mating pair has the endearing trait of dancing together every day, to strenghthen their pair bond. In Japanese legend, these cranse are said to live for 1000 years, hence them being a symbol of longevity.
- Synthetic textile, conveniently hand washable at 30°C. Cover with a cloth if ironing it
- Note that kimono collars are worn folded inwards, in half, usually with a long stiffener slotted in the fold, around the neck, to hold the shape when the collar is traditionally pulled down at the back
- May have white shitsuke (basting stitches) around some edges, on the outside of the garment. These are simply to keep it neat during storage and just get pulled out before use
- Made in and bought from Japan
- **If shown with a sash, the sash is not included; for display purposes only, to let you see it closed, however, all kimono require an obi or some sort of sash to hold them closed; these are always bought separately. Think of it like a skirt and blouse, you can't wear either on its own, you buy them separately and mix and match
- Type: a awase, (lined) kimono.
Condition:
Excellent
Measurements:
Sleeve end to sleeve end 132cm
Body width 66.5cm
Length 166cm
Red Crown Cranes Kimono
Kimono require a sash to hold them closed. This is always bought separately. Men usually wear a kaku obi with their kimono or, casually at home, a soft heko obi
Sizing: Japanese clothing is usually of adjustable fit, being mostly wrap-over or tie-to-fit items, so most garments fit a range of sizes. Because of this (and only really knowing my own size anyway) I can't really advise anyone on the fit. Please judge fit from the measurements given. Check length given for the garment, then measure from base of back of your neck down to judge that length on you
Also measure from centre back of neck, along shoulder and down the arm to the wrist, then double that and compare it with the sleeve end measurement to judge sleeve lengthSome of my garments have white stitching (shitsuke) round the outside edges to keep the edges flat during long periods of storage, these stitches just get pulled out before wearing the garment
Cleaning: Be very cautious about washing kimonos. All cleaning is done entirely at your own risk, as is standard with all vintage garments and items. I would advise only dry cleaning
Colour: Please be aware that different monitors display colour slightly differently. Therefore the colour in the photos and description is a guide only