Close-up of a model wearing a unique hand-blocked KIMONO HAT, meticulously crafted from antique and vintage Japanese kimono by artisan Keiko Tagai. A wearable art with a structured form created using wooden blocks.
KIMONO HAT — A supreme, sculpted heritage created through a unique fusion of traditional wooden-block millinery and couture draping. Meticulously handcrafted from antique and vintage Japanese silk kimono by bespoke artisan Keiko Tagai. Unique wearable art.

One-of-a-Kind Sculpted Heritage

KIMONO HAT

Wearable Kimono Art

Couture Artistry, Handcrafted by Japanese Artisans

LIGHT KIMONO — A supreme, one-of-a-kind heritage jacket handcrafted from antique and vintage Japanese silk kimono. Featuring an innovative washable silk finish for timeless longevity. Unique wearable art created by Japanese artisans to light up the future of Kimono heritage.
LIGHT KIMONO — A supreme, one-of-a-kind heritage jacket handcrafted from antique and vintage Japanese silk kimono. Featuring an innovative washable silk finish for timeless longevity. Unique wearable art created by Japanese artisans to light up the future of Kimono heritage.

One-of-a-Kind Heritage Silk Jacket

LIGHT KIMONO

Where historic silk meets modern silhouette.

The Masterpiece Selection

Close-up of artisan Keiko Tagai's hands meticulously crafting a KIMONO HAT. A symbolic image of The Keiko Tagai Philosophy: "Lighting the Future of Kimono" through authentic Japanese craftsmanship and bespoke artistry.
Close-up of artisan Keiko Tagai's hands meticulously crafting a KIMONO HAT. A symbolic image of The Keiko Tagai Philosophy: "Lighting the Future of Kimono" through authentic Japanese craftsmanship and bespoke artistry.

Lighting the Future of Kimono

The Keiko Tagai Philosophy

A scene of bespoke couture draping: vintage Japanese kimono silk being meticulously pinned and shaped on a dress form. This expert technique transforms heritage silk fabric into structured wearable art, showcasing the craftsmanship of Keiko Tagai in high-fashion millinery and tailoring.
A scene of bespoke couture draping: vintage Japanese kimono silk being meticulously pinned and shaped on a dress form. This expert technique transforms heritage silk fabric into structured wearable art, showcasing the craftsmanship of Keiko Tagai in high-fashion millinery and tailoring.

From Bespoke Couture to the Art of Kimono Reconstruction

Our Story

Extreme close-up of an exquisite Japanese Irouchikake (bridal kimono), showcasing the intricate silk embroidery, unique gold leaf detailing, and supreme craftsmanship. A visual gateway to the profound heritage and timeless artistry of Japanese kimono silk.
Extreme close-up of an exquisite Japanese Irouchikake (bridal kimono), showcasing the intricate silk embroidery, unique gold leaf detailing, and supreme craftsmanship. A visual gateway to the profound heritage and timeless artistry of Japanese kimono silk.

Honoring the Timeless Artistry and Profound History of Japanese Kimono

The Heritage of Silk

A One-of-a-Kind Encounter — Your Timeless Heritage