KIMONO HOUSE - NEW YORK

Dolls      In Japan, the first three months of the year go by in a flash because there so many events one after another. So there is a common saying describing the first three months of the year: "Ichigetsu inuru, nigetsu nigeru, sangetsu saru" ( 一月往ぬる二月逃げる三月去る ). It means "January passes by, February runs away, and March leaves". It feels like February did just that, and suddenly March is imminent!      One of the many events is on March 3, Hina Matsuri ひな祭り (Girl's Day/Doll Festival). This day is to celebrate the girls and women in the home by displaying a set of dolls in  Heian dress  (Hina Dolls, hina ningyo 雛人形 ) and special tri-colored diamond-shaped mochi  offerings (hishi mochi 菱餅 ). Last month we wrote on Setsubun and how it is celebrated the day before the first day of spring on the old calendar. The display of the family's Hina Dolls starts on the first day of spring (risshun 立春 ) and  strictly  ends on March 3 - if ...

You don't always have to wear a Japanese kimono or kimono jacket the traditional way. Flare it up with a touch of your personal style. Wear it casually or add a fun accessory to make it stand out more. Going on a vacation? Forget that boring bulky terrycloth bathrobe, get a elegant Japanese bathrobe made of soft silk instead. They also make terrific gifts for someone special in your life. Have an outfit in mind and you feel a kimono or kimono jacket will best bring that outfit to life then come to our shop and we will help make that happen. Even adding some more modern and western elements to your kimono look is a great way to change the feel of your outfit. There is no limit to how you can make your kimono work for you. Let us help you stand out from the crowd with one of our unique kimonos all made from the finest quality from Japan. Kimono House is located at 131 Thompson Street, New York, NY 10012 We are conveniently located in SoHo between Houston and Princ...

We are always receiving new patterns and colors on yukata and kimonos so you will find something new in every visit you make. Many of our customers frequently come back for a new kimono or yukata and always leave here satisfied with their purchase. If you are a previous customer of ours, please stop by and show us a image of yourself in one of our products to receive both a discount, and a free gift on your next kimono or yukata purchase. Here at Kimono House we do our very best to find the perfect kimono or yukata for you! We love seeing how happy our customers are when they have their kimonos on and hope to continue putting more smiles on your face! Satisfied customer with her yukata from two years ago and now! Kimono House is located at 131 Thompson Street, New York, NY 10012 We are conveniently located in SoHo between Houston and Prince Streets. Telephone: 212-505-0232 Email: info@thekimonohouse.com