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AKIZAKURA Paris offers private kimono experiences, Eiffel Tower photo walks, and authentic vintage kimono and haori from Japan, curated by Sayoko, a Japanese kimono specialist.

19/08/2026

A Dragonfly Motif to Help You Move Forward

In Japan, dragonflies have long been regarded as auspicious motifs associated with victory, courage, good health, and moving forward.

Traditionally, they were seen as creatures that moved forward rather than backward. This image came to symbolize determination, progress, and the courage to face challenges.

Dragonflies were also known as kachimushi, or “victory insects,” and were especially favored by samurai, who associated them with perseverance and success.

Of course, the meaning of a motif is not something we have to receive in exactly the same way today.

Personally, whenever I wear a dragonfly motif, it reminds me to trust the direction I choose and move forward lightly.

Perhaps moving forward does not always mean following one fixed path. Sometimes it simply means making a choice, trusting it for now, and continuing on.

Every kimono motif carries a story—and sometimes, it can also give us a new way to look at our own lives.

If you'd like to learn more about Japanese kimono culture, search AKIZAKURA Kimono Journal on Google.

17/08/2026

I Tried Edo-Period Kimono Dressing!

Can a modern kimono create a silhouette inspired by a woman painted more than 300 years ago?

For this experiment, I used Hishikawa Moronobu’s *Beauty Looking Back*, painted in the late 17th century, as my inspiration.

Looking closely at the painting, the way the kimono is worn feels quite different from modern dressing. There is no crisp modern-style ohashori, the hem falls much longer, the collar stays closer to the neck, and a white underlayer is visible.

I also skipped the body padding commonly used in modern kimono dressing, allowing my natural body shape to remain more visible beneath the garment.

The painting also reflects fashionable elements of its time—from the Kichiya musubi obi style and the bold floral designs associated with Genroku-period fashion to the distinctive hairstyle.

I tried to bring my hair closer to the fukimae-gami and tamamusubi seen in the painting. My hair wasn’t quite long enough, and its thickness made an exact recreation difficult, but I tried to capture some of the original silhouette.

For the obi, I used a narrower hanhaba obi and tied it based on the Kichiya musubi shown in the painting.

This is not an exact historical reconstruction. I used modern kimono and dressing tools to explore how closely I could recreate the appearance of the original painting.

What I find especially interesting is that this woman was not simply wearing something “traditional.” Many elements of her appearance were fashionable in her own time.

What we now see as traditional kimono has continued to change through different periods before reaching the styles we know today.

Which period of kimono style would you most like to try?

If you'd like to learn more about Japanese kimono culture, search AKIZAKURA Kimono Journal on Google.

14/08/2026

How to Take Off a Haori Gracefully A Traditional Way to Fold and Carry It

How to Take Off a Haori Gracefully

A haori is designed not only to be worn beautifully, but also to be handled with care.

When you're away from home, you may not always have a clean, flat surface on which to fold it. This traditional method lets you remove the haori and begin folding it in one continuous movement, without letting it touch the floor.

Unlike the way many people remove an ordinary jacket first and fold it afterward, this technique begins aligning the garment before it has fully left the body. Because a haori is made from mostly straight-cut panels, the sleeves and body naturally return to a flat shape as you guide the fabric through each step.

The result is a practical way to carry your haori neatly until you can unfold it again at home.

Like many traditional Japanese techniques, this method combines practicality with care for the garment.

Search ""AKIZAKURA Kimono Journal for more ways to wear haori gracefully.

12/08/2026

Why Nezuko Wears the Asanoha Pattern in Demon Slayer

Nezuko's kimono features one of Japan's most recognizable traditional motifs: the asanoha pattern.

Inspired by the shape of h**p leaves, this geometric design has long symbolized healthy growth, strength, and protection. Because h**p grows quickly, straight, and strong, asanoha was often used on children's garments, expressing wishes for a healthy and resilient future. The repeating hexagonal design was also believed to help ward off misfortune.

The creators of Demon Slayer have never officially explained why this pattern was chosen for Nezuko. The connection shared in this video is my own interpretation, inspired by the traditional meaning of the motif.

To me, the asanoha pattern beautifully reflects Nezuko's journey of resilience, growth, and hope.

If you'd like to learn more about Japanese kimono culture, search AKIZAKURA Kimono Journal on Google.

10/08/2026

The Graceful Way to Walk in Geta Listen to the sound of geta

Walking in geta is a little different from walking in ordinary shoes.

Instead of taking long, wide steps, try taking smaller steps and keeping your feet close to one line. This helps you walk more comfortably in geta and allows the yukata to move more naturally and gracefully with each step.

And there is another pleasure in walking in geta — the sound.

Listen to the gentle rhythm of geta as you walk, a small sound that has long been part of the atmosphere of Japanese summer.

A simple change in the way you walk can make the whole appearance of yukata feel more graceful.

If you'd like to learn more about Japanese kimono culture, search AKIZAKURA Kimono Journal on Google.

07/08/2026

How to Fold Your Haori Gracefully

A haori is more than something we wear.

Like kimono, it is made from straight pieces of fabric that are carefully constructed to last for many years when treated with care.

After wearing your haori, avoid leaving it crumpled or hanging for long periods whenever possible. Folding it along its natural seams helps preserve its shape and reduces unnecessary strain on the fabric.

For short periods, a padded or wide hanger is suitable. For longer storage, folding is usually the better choice, as it helps protect the shoulders from stretching over time.

Store your haori in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight, humidity, perfume, and strong odors. Let it air out after wearing before putting it away, and always handle it with clean hands.

Caring for a haori is not only about preserving a garment.

By taking a few quiet moments to fold and care for it, we also show respect for the fabric, the craftsmanship, and the story it carries.

Perhaps more importantly, caring for what we wear is also a way of caring for ourselves.

Search ""AKIZAKURA Kimono Journal for more ways to wear haori gracefully.

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