I went to Japan about 6 years ago. I was so nervous about trying to wear kimono or haori; I was afraid I'd offend Japanese people by wearing their traditional clothing as a foreigner. I did buy a haori during the trip because I thought it was so beautiful, and the shopkeeper seemed enthusiastic about me wearing it. Still, I didn't wear it while in Japan, and only wore it a few times when I came back home. Since then, I've bought more haori and a couple kimono, and I haven't yet worn the kimono out in full kitsuke, but I do wear the haori increasingly often with my western clothes. They're too pretty to leave in the closet, and now I can see that Japanese people like that other people want to display this beautiful aspect of their culture. When I wear it I feel like I am showing off a piece of this culture I admire so much, so that maybe other people will get interested in it and help the Japanese kimono market to grow again, since I've learned they're not worn as often by the newer generations. It would be so sad to see such gorgeous cultural clothing go completely out of use, so I feel like even though I'm not Japanese, maybe this can help make sure it survives. I was captivated by kimono ever since I was a kid, and that trip to Japan was a dream come true. I hope I can save up enough money again soon to go back there, and go kimono thrift shopping this time, now that I know much more about kimono and kitsuke, and where to find them at prices I can afford in Tokyo. This time, I'll be bold and wear them wherever I go on Japan, I think. This time around I would love to visit Kawagoe and also some hot spring towns, to be around the old buildings and do traditional activities.
That's great comment. Thank you. I felt like I got a nice letter. Do not worry about how we Japanese think of you wearing Kimono. We feel happy to see non Japanese are interested in Kimono. I hope you will come back here soon to enjoy Japanese culture!!
Aloha from Hawaii! I love your channel and your Kimono video (vintage / recycled Kimono) videos were so helpful. My father was born in Yokohama and moved to Hawaii when he was little. He returned for the first time in 50 years last month. I am returning to Japan to buy souvenir Kimono's for my family / Ohana and your insight was so helpful. I also love your Kimono club. If I am in Japan when you ladies dress up, I would love to join you. Mahalo.
Mahalo for your kind words! It’s amazing to hear your father’s story, I hope you have a wonderful time on your trip back to Japan. Please DM me on my Instagram and if we match the schedule you are welcome to join us!!
Oh! Really? Thank you sooooo much for your comment! You made my day! I just started this channel and I am so glad to hear your opinion. I will go to Kimono shopping in new year with my friends and decided to shoot that day, too because of your comment! Thank you!
I am going to Japan next month and I wanna buy kimono, and this video is very helpful! Thanks a lot! And can you recommend where to find much more stores in the video?🥰
Fujigoromo for SAMUI: maps.app.goo.gl/ZAUrS42iDns4nQU56 Thank you for your comments! I hope you will have smooth Kimono shopping. Please let me know how it goes once you experience!
@@WennyWong-g3x Konjyaku Kimono Tatsumi : maps.app.goo.gl/Lywfu8kUAktWT5Zc6 I am planning to go there again on this weekend with my friends who love Kimono. I'll shoot more! Actually there are many Kimono recycle shops all over Tokyo but this one is quite big, good quality and reasonable. Easy for non-Japanese tourist to do shopping. Highly recommended.
This is such a delightful video. I smiled the whole time. I want to shop for pre-owned Yukata and Kimono! I have a Yukata I bought from a Japanese friend’s garage sale. But I’d love another. Thank you for this video. Your smile makes me smile.
Thank you so much! I will visit that Kimono shop on this weekend again with my friend who love Kimono. I will shoot there again!! Please wait for more video!
Thank you for the Kimono shopping. My next trip to Japan (fingers crossed later this year) I want to buy some kimonos.. this video has been very helpful
Thank you for your comment. May I ask what do you mean " how to fit a secondhand Kimono"? Would you like to know how to put it on, or how to choose the best fit one for you? I would like to know your opinion. Your voice is very important!! Thanks!
@@charlotteniteman204 you don't need to bring measuring tape lol just ask the shop staff which is your size. They already sorted out according to the size and will show you. It should be easy!!
I am taking notes for my trip to Japan next year! Omg, pelase can you give us more tips on how to see in the material if it's a very used kimono or a less used one?
Greetings Suzy. I am Ace from Singapore. 🙋♀️ Happened to pass by your channel. Have already subscribed! 😍 Thank you very much for the videos. Very informative. 👍 Hope to visit Japan someday. Love your hairstyle. Very elegant. ❤ Can you make a video how u do it pls? Many well wishes to you. 🙏
Hi Suzy, I love your videos, your smile and relaxed style. Do those stores sell 2 piece kimono which are washable and easier to wear? I found an online only store which will deliver to Australia, but I would like to buy and wear in Japan when we visit. We also want to get washable Yakuta and Hanhaba Obi, denim Samue and Haori. Yes, lots of clothes shopping. Can't wait. I've subscribed and I am watching all of your videos. They are great! 🎉❤
Thank you very much for your kind reaction! Actually 2 piece kimono is not very common. You may find one at that recycle store, but I am not sure those are wool or silk. Cotton Yukata should be much easier to maintain and to wear, too. I highly recommend you denim Samui because it's easy to wash and wear. I hope you will have enjoyable time!
Wish I can go back to Japan soon, I would love to buy a pretty Haori! Last year I bought an amazing used kimono, it was so cheap I found it in a small shop in Kyoto :)
Hi Suzy! Just discovered the channel and thank you for making the video! Do any of these stores have online stores? Kimonos are very hard to find in the US, nearly impossible to find any in good condition. Do you have any suggestions for online options for kimonos ?
Thank you for your comment. These stores don’t have any online stores. I checked some online stores in the U.S. but not much variety and quality…. Kimono is traditionally tailor-made, so the sizes, including length, width, and sleeve length, all vary. Even for those of us living in Japan, finding a second-hand kimono that fits perfectly often requires visiting multiple stores or keeping an eye on online shops in Japan over an extended period.(Buying online is kind of difficult unless you get used to it.)
I’m going to Japan in november and am so grateful I discovered your channel today. Second hand kimono deserve some love as well, that way they get a new chance to make someone happy ❤ Can you easily get a kimono if you’re short (1,57m) and overweight?
Thank you for your comment!! November is very good season to travel. Good weather season!! The tall 150-157cm and around 45-55kg is the most common size and easy to find. If you ask the store staff to find your size, they will be happy to help you. It's too much work to check one by one yourself (the size tag is too small usually). 👍
Wow, great video. Suzy I want to ask, are the men and women sections clearly signed? will I have difficulties since I don't speak Japanese at all when purchasing or trying on kimonos? thanks
I don't remember if it's clearly signed. You can ask the staff (they understand that English). The last store Tatsumi is actually separated in three stores. The middle one which is very small entrance is for men's Kimono. The difference between men's Kimono and female's one is just Size and design.
Thank you for asking. The size is based on length and length of arms. If you are taller than 175cm, it might be difficult to find your size in second hand shop. In that case, I recommend you to buy Samui or Haori. Consider Japanese size is one size smaller than the American size. I saw the Samui shop sold big size, too. Good luck!
Next week!! Good luck! Here is the three shops. Miyoshi: 3 shops left from Fujigoromo Fujigoromo for SAMUI: maps.app.goo.gl/ZAUrS42iDns4nQU56 Konjyaku Kimono Tatsumi : maps.app.goo.gl/Lywfu8kUAktWT5Zc6
i hope you can make more videos for foreigners when visiting Japan, especially those who do not speak Japanese.
Thank you for your comment!! I will do my best!!
I went to Japan about 6 years ago. I was so nervous about trying to wear kimono or haori; I was afraid I'd offend Japanese people by wearing their traditional clothing as a foreigner. I did buy a haori during the trip because I thought it was so beautiful, and the shopkeeper seemed enthusiastic about me wearing it. Still, I didn't wear it while in Japan, and only wore it a few times when I came back home. Since then, I've bought more haori and a couple kimono, and I haven't yet worn the kimono out in full kitsuke, but I do wear the haori increasingly often with my western clothes. They're too pretty to leave in the closet, and now I can see that Japanese people like that other people want to display this beautiful aspect of their culture. When I wear it I feel like I am showing off a piece of this culture I admire so much, so that maybe other people will get interested in it and help the Japanese kimono market to grow again, since I've learned they're not worn as often by the newer generations. It would be so sad to see such gorgeous cultural clothing go completely out of use, so I feel like even though I'm not Japanese, maybe this can help make sure it survives. I was captivated by kimono ever since I was a kid, and that trip to Japan was a dream come true. I hope I can save up enough money again soon to go back there, and go kimono thrift shopping this time, now that I know much more about kimono and kitsuke, and where to find them at prices I can afford in Tokyo. This time, I'll be bold and wear them wherever I go on Japan, I think. This time around I would love to visit Kawagoe and also some hot spring towns, to be around the old buildings and do traditional activities.
That's great comment. Thank you. I felt like I got a nice letter. Do not worry about how we Japanese think of you wearing Kimono. We feel happy to see non Japanese are interested in Kimono. I hope you will come back here soon to enjoy Japanese culture!!
素晴らしいです！動画のクオリティが高くて、説明もわかりやすく、まるで海外向けTV番組のNHKWorldの日本特集番組みたいでした！今後も楽しみにしています❤
なんというお褒めのお言葉！！ありがとうございます😂これからも志高く、色々お伝えしていきます！！
Aloha from Hawaii! I love your channel and your Kimono video (vintage / recycled Kimono) videos were so helpful. My father was born in Yokohama and moved to Hawaii when he was little. He returned for the first time in 50 years last month. I am returning to Japan to buy souvenir Kimono's for my family / Ohana and your insight was so helpful. I also love your Kimono club. If I am in Japan when you ladies dress up, I would love to join you. Mahalo.
Mahalo for your kind words! It’s amazing to hear your father’s story, I hope you have a wonderful time on your trip back to Japan. Please DM me on my Instagram and if we match the schedule you are welcome to join us!!
instagram.com/sushi_suzy_japan
More kimono shopping please!!!
Oh! Really? Thank you sooooo much for your comment! You made my day! I just started this channel and I am so glad to hear your opinion. I will go to Kimono shopping in new year with my friends and decided to shoot that day, too because of your comment! Thank you!
I am going to Japan next month and I wanna buy kimono, and this video is very helpful! Thanks a lot! And can you recommend where to find much more stores in the video?🥰
but I actually can't find these stores on goole maps
Fujigoromo for SAMUI: maps.app.goo.gl/ZAUrS42iDns4nQU56
Thank you for your comments! I hope you will have smooth Kimono shopping. Please let me know how it goes once you experience!
@@WennyWong-g3x Konjyaku Kimono Tatsumi : maps.app.goo.gl/Lywfu8kUAktWT5Zc6
I am planning to go there again on this weekend with my friends who love Kimono. I'll shoot more! Actually there are many Kimono recycle shops all over Tokyo but this one is quite big, good quality and reasonable. Easy for non-Japanese tourist to do shopping. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much! Look forward to watching your new video!@@SuzysDiscoverJapan
This was a lovely video, thank you for sharing 😊. Your english is very impressive. Looking forward to the kitchen knife video
Great! Thank you very much for your positive feedback!
Love the kimono and your video ❤
Awww! Thank you so much. I just started this channel. Your message gave me power to go ahead.
This is such a delightful video. I smiled the whole time. I want to shop for pre-owned Yukata and Kimono! I have a Yukata I bought from a Japanese friend’s garage sale. But I’d love another. Thank you for this video. Your smile makes me smile.
Wow!! Thank you so much for your kind comment! I will upload some other Kimono related videos in future ☺️
love how happy she is 😂
Thanks!! 😆
スージー❣️ みーつけた😍 早速チャンネン登録しました✨
私の英会話の勉強にもなり一石二鳥です👍
ありがと❤Suzyね！😂
@@mihokosuzuki4849 さん すんつれいしました🙏💦
Very nice video! Will check the stores on my next visit. Thank you.
Thank you so much! I will visit that Kimono shop on this weekend again with my friend who love Kimono. I will shoot there again!! Please wait for more video!
Thank you so much to share it with us❤
Thank YOU for watching it and also a kind comment 😊
Thank you for the Kimono shopping. My next trip to Japan (fingers crossed later this year) I want to buy some kimonos.. this video has been very helpful
Thank you! I hope you will have a wonderful shopping experience in Japan!
Thank you for this beautiful video! The kimonos in the last shop looked gorgeous and they suited you perfectly! I love Japan's textiles.
Thank you!! I made another video only focused to that shop!
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@@SuzysDiscoverJapan Thank you very much for the information, I look forward to watching it.
I love this! I love your videos! And your excitement for finding such deals on these kimonos.
Thank you so much! Please watch my another video of Kimono Shopping, too!!
Thank you for your tips. I just returned from my trip to Japan and I found an amazing Haori (kimono jacket) for myself in Asakusa region.
Oh, that’s good for you!! Happy to hear that 😁
Thank you for the video, it was helpful and I would love to learn more about how to fit a secondhand kimono!
Thank you for your comment. May I ask what do you mean " how to fit a secondhand Kimono"? Would you like to know how to put it on, or how to choose the best fit one for you? I would like to know your opinion. Your voice is very important!! Thanks!
How can I figure out which one would fit without trying every one on! Should I bring a measuring tape?@@SuzysDiscoverJapan
@@charlotteniteman204 you don't need to bring measuring tape lol just ask the shop staff which is your size. They already sorted out according to the size and will show you. It should be easy!!
I am taking notes for my trip to Japan next year! Omg, pelase can you give us more tips on how to see in the material if it's a very used kimono or a less used one?
Ok! Thank you for the idea. I will focus on in future video👍
Greetings Suzy. I am Ace from Singapore. 🙋♀️ Happened to pass by your channel. Have already subscribed! 😍
Thank you very much for the videos. Very informative. 👍
Hope to visit Japan someday.
Love your hairstyle. Very elegant. ❤ Can you make a video how u do it pls?
Many well wishes to you. 🙏
Oh, thank you!! It's very simple and it's done in 5 minutes! I will make a video about it one day! Thank you for the inspiration.
@@SuzysDiscoverJapan tysvm Suzy. 🙏🤩😁
Thank you Suzy for recommending the fujigoromo and thank you to Ojisan for being friendly customer service.
Oh!! Did you go there? Wonderful 👍👍👍👍👍I am so glad to hear that 🎉
@@SuzysDiscoverJapan Yes, I did went there.
Hi Suzy, I love your videos, your smile and relaxed style. Do those stores sell 2 piece kimono which are washable and easier to wear? I found an online only store which will deliver to Australia, but I would like to buy and wear in Japan when we visit. We also want to get washable Yakuta and Hanhaba Obi, denim Samue and Haori. Yes, lots of clothes shopping. Can't wait. I've subscribed and I am watching all of your videos. They are great! 🎉❤
Thank you very much for your kind reaction! Actually 2 piece kimono is not very common. You may find one at that recycle store, but I am not sure those are wool or silk. Cotton Yukata should be much easier to maintain and to wear, too. I highly recommend you denim Samui because it's easy to wash and wear. I hope you will have enjoyable time!
Wish I can go back to Japan soon, I would love to buy a pretty Haori! Last year I bought an amazing used kimono, it was so cheap I found it in a small shop in Kyoto :)
Nice!!
Hi Suzy! Just discovered the channel and thank you for making the video! Do any of these stores have online stores? Kimonos are very hard to find in the US, nearly impossible to find any in good condition. Do you have any suggestions for online options for kimonos ?
Thank you for your comment. These stores don’t have any online stores. I checked some online stores in the U.S. but not much variety and quality….
Kimono is traditionally tailor-made, so the sizes, including length, width, and sleeve length, all vary. Even for those of us living in Japan, finding a second-hand kimono that fits perfectly often requires visiting multiple stores or keeping an eye on online shops in Japan over an extended period.(Buying online is kind of difficult unless you get used to it.)
Are there secondhand shops for kimono in Kyoto ? Thanks
Yes!!definitelly yes! There are several shops in each city. Just google " Kimono recycle "then you will find good kimono shop.
I’m going to Japan in november and am so grateful I discovered your channel today. Second hand kimono deserve some love as well, that way they get a new chance to make someone happy ❤
Can you easily get a kimono if you’re short (1,57m) and overweight?
Thank you for your comment!! November is very good season to travel. Good weather season!!
The tall 150-157cm and around 45-55kg is the most common size and easy to find. If you ask the store staff to find your size, they will be happy to help you. It's too much work to check one by one yourself (the size tag is too small usually). 👍
Wow, great video. Suzy I want to ask, are the men and women sections clearly signed? will I have difficulties since I don't speak Japanese at all when purchasing or trying on kimonos? thanks
I don't remember if it's clearly signed. You can ask the staff (they understand that English).
The last store Tatsumi is actually separated in three stores. The middle one which is very small entrance is for men's Kimono. The difference between men's Kimono and female's one is just Size and design.
Do you have any suggestion for shops in Chiba or Tokyo?
I have no idea in Chiba but this is my favorite shop at Tokyo.
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what size in men? i am XL IN MENS IN THE U.S.? PRICE?
Thank you for asking. The size is based on length and length of arms. If you are taller than 175cm, it might be difficult to find your size in second hand shop. In that case, I recommend you to buy Samui or Haori. Consider Japanese size is one size smaller than the American size. I saw the Samui shop sold big size, too. Good luck!
Can you list the shops you went to so I can find them when I visit next week
Next week!! Good luck! Here is the three shops.
Miyoshi: 3 shops left from Fujigoromo
Fujigoromo for SAMUI: maps.app.goo.gl/ZAUrS42iDns4nQU56
Konjyaku Kimono Tatsumi : maps.app.goo.gl/Lywfu8kUAktWT5Zc6
I happy that your happy
Thank you!! So happy to find Kimonos I like with reasonable price 😂
Lobely Lady,thank you...Elisa Finch from California...
Elisa, thank you so much!
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Thanks!!