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.

Sculpted Heritage

KIMONO HAT

Wearable Kimono Art

All One-of-a-Kind, Handcrafted from Japanese Kimono

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.

Heritage Silk Jacket

LIGHT KIMONO

KIMONO HAT — A supreme, sculpted heritage created through a unique fusion of traditional hat-blocking and bespoke couture draping. Meticulously handcrafted from antique and vintage Japanese silk kimono by artisan Keiko Tagai. One-of-a-kind wearable art.
KIMONO HAT — A supreme, sculpted heritage created through a unique fusion of traditional hat-blocking and bespoke couture draping. Meticulously handcrafted from antique and vintage Japanese silk kimono by artisan Keiko Tagai. One-of-a-kind wearable art.

Manifesto

The Spirit of "LIGHT"

Where historic silk meets modern silhouette.

The Masterpiece Selection

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 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.

Artistry & History of Japanese Kimono

The Heritage of Silk

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