Alessandra Zecchini's Free Giveaway

Alessandra Zecchini is giving away a free Kimono Tango product!  If you are interested please go here. 

Nandina Berry Pillow Cover

Nandina Berry Pillow Cover

(Size:  30 cm x 30 cm (11.8 inches x 11.8 inches)

3,000 JPY/$30/22 Euros/£18)

We are not 100% certain where this silk brocade was woven, but we are guessing it is from Nishijin, Kyoto. It features nandina berries.  These are also known as 'heavenly bamboo' or 'sacred bamboo' in some countries. During the Sengoku period of warring states in Japan, it was believed that the plant warded off evil and it was customary to keep the leaves from this plant inside the chest where they stored their armor.  During the Edo period it was fashionable to plant these in your garden to ward off fire.  The superstition that this plant wards off evil probably originates in China. The leaves are also known for their preservative qualities and used to delay rice from going bad.  This was especially important in a time when there was no refrigeration.  If you can read Japanese please go here for more information.  

If you wish to purchase this pillow cover, please contact us at: ayako.y.nakamura@gmail.com.  If you have a Facebook account, please visit our page there and hit 'like'.  We also have a shop in Etsy now, and encourage you to come and browse through our products!

Further to this if you are interested in visiting our web page, please go here.

Hope you are all having a wonderful summer!

Clutch Bag - Phoenix & Mythical Flowers

Phoenix & Mythical Flowers Clutch Bag

(5,000 JPY/$50/£30/37 Euros)

This silk brocade is decorated with a phoenix which symbolizes longevity and a mythical flower (Housouge). The flower dates back to Tang Dynasty China (618 - 907 AD) and traveled across the ocean to Japan and was a popular motif during the Nara (710 - 794 AD) and Heian Periods (794 - 1185 AD).  It has been modified over the centuries.  

Phoenix & Mythical Flowers Clutch Bag

(5,000 JPY/$50/£30/37 Euros)

We have chosen a simple black silk lining to compliment the bright colors.

Phoenix & Mythical Flowers Clutch Bag

(5,000 JPY/$50/£30/37 Euros)

To purchase this bag please go Etsy.  If you would like to custom order something from a different fabric, please email us at:  ayako.y.nakamura@gmail.com.  Again, if you have a Facebook account, please come visit us there and like our page.  Thank you!

Tote Bag - Blossoms in Frosty Pink

Blossoms in Frosty Pink Tote Bag

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

If you love all things pink this is the tote bag for you.  It is decorated with motifs of peonies, chrysanthemums, cherry blossoms, auspicious patterns of tortoise shells, clouds and waves.  The fabric is 100% authentic Nishijin silk brocade with platinum leaf, and the handle is faux leather.

Blossoms in Frosty Pink Tote Bag

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

Blossoms in Frosty Pink Tote Bag

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

To order this one of a kind tote bag please either go to Etsy, or contact us at ayako.y.nakamura@gmail.com.  Our website is here.   If you have a Facebook account, please remember to visit our page for new information!

Tote Bag - Tropical Sunburst

Tropical Sunburst 

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

The silk brocade used in making this tote bag uses unusually bright colors.  My best guess is that it was intended for summer.  This tote bag is unique in that it sports a crimson cord that is loosely draped around the bag.

Tropical Sunburst 

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

Tropical Sunburst 

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

Tropical Sunburst 

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

Tropical Sunburst 

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

If you are interested in purchasing this, we currently have it up on Etsy.  You can also contact us directly at: ayako.y.nakamura@gmail.com and have another bag custom ordered with a different fabric.  Our website is here.  Please also remember to visit our Facebook page if you have an account!

Pillow Cover - Chrysanthemum Glory

Chrysanthemum Glory

Pillow Cover 30 cm x 30 cm

(3,000 JPY/$30/22 Euros/£18)

Our pillow covers come in three sizes, i.e. 60 cm x 60 cm (23.6 inches x 23.6 inches), 45 cm x 45 cm (17.7 inches x 17. 7 inches) and 30 cm x 30 cm (11.8 inches x 11.8 inches).  Please inquire here.  

This silk brocade showcases chrysanthemums in a colorful bouquet against an orange background and then duplicates the flowers green on green.  If you would like to see more please visit our Facebook page here.  

All our products are made from authentic Japanese silk brocade used in ceremonial Obis.  The price of silk brocade Obis can range from $3000 - $5000 (or more or less) just to give you an idea of how valuable the fabric used in this pillow cover is.

Tote Bag - Gold and Mandarin Floral Fans

Gold and Mandarin Floral Fans 

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

This silk brocade uses gold thread abundantly and cherry and plum blossoms motifs are juxtaposed onto a fan. It was probably used at a coming of age ceremony because of its vibrant coloring and auspicious motifs.  

Gold and Mandarin Floral Fans 

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

Gold and Mandarin Floral Fans 

(15,000 JPY/$150/110 Euros/£87)

To order this one of a kind tote bag, please write us to inquire for availability: ayako.y.nakamura@gmail.com and pay here.  If you have a Facebook account, please visit us here and like our page.

Thank you, again, for visiting our page!