Great video again, Billy! It answered so many questions for me about how to use my different Obi in various situations so that my kimono outfits look better adapted to my non-Japanese environment. I get complements and admiration which I did not expect but now with this new knowledge I will be even more confident. Thank you!!!
The ribon musubi makes me think of a smile the way the bow curls upwards 🥰 it's just so happy! I really love your kimono today also the colors are so springy 😍
So cute. I can see these being the most used in nearly any situation. I am so glad to see these options. Your hair in this video is just so pretty and elegant as well.
I just recently found your videos... You are priceless!😁😍 Can you please tell about kimonos for children? And I have seen unusual photos where a mother holds a baby wrapped in a very beautiful large kimono. I really want to know about this tradition)) (maybe I just haven't seen your video on this topic yet:))
I don’t have children if my own, so at the moment it’s not a topic that is relevant in my life. There won’t be a video on it any soon. But I did talk about it in an workshop on my Patreon page.
Have you considered a self started store where you make obi and kimono supplies? It's so expensive for small things like clips.. shipping one set to the USA is about 30-50 USD. You could probably do a lot for many people by offering homemade kimono supplies.
Can I get some help 😭 I bought an obi belt before watching your videos and now it’s super wrinkled and unable to lay properly when worn. How can I save it/ press it out? I don’t want to assume the answer is as simple as ironing it, because I really want to take care of it and not destroy it. Help 😭😭😭
Hello Ms Matsunaga. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I have two alteration problems. 1. I need to lengthen a 裄 on a men's kimono I bought. I know you have long arms and must come across the same situation. The kimono is lined, so I am not sure how much margin it has where the sleeves are connected to the body. Do you have any instructions / advice for me? 2. I need to lengthen the 着丈 of a men's yukata. I thought I would let out some of the 内揚, but the 衽 does have one. Is there not solution?
I have a used tomesode kimono I was hoping I could style in a less formal way, perhaps with a maru obi in a more casual knot as well. I know that wearing kimono with high necked, frilly collars is popular, lace sleeves peaking out, doc martins for shoes. Is there a way to wear a tomesode a bit more casual or modern?
I priced a sanjihimo, and it was $5.80 American. So I thought I'd buy it. Turns out the shipping cost three times the price of the himo. Outrageous. So, I'm going to be practicing these beautiful musubi as soon as I make a sanjihimo. Thankfully, it looks really easy.
Hi, I would like to ask how do you think about 二部式着物? Do you think it’s too much of a cheat? I have a 仮想衣装Collections book and a 手作リCOS!1 book which both feature 二部式着物 and I’m wondering if it’s acceptable to wear. I would like to make a 大正ロマン themed 二尺袖二部式着物 and wear it with hakama and apron if it is acceptable :)
Gosh you are absolutely fantastic at explaining super clearly, how to tie Obi. Wonderful. I have a number of kimono & recently bought some Obi so I'm doing some research and your channel is a brilliant resource. Thank you so much. I will be watching ALL your videos and hope to find out, but just in case it's not mentioned, you have another obi, almost an under-obi. I've seen it on other channels too. What is it? What is it called? Is it something I can perhaps make myself? (this interest/passion is getting very expensive)
Hi Billy! Could you possibly make a video of how to fix your kimono when it shifts around? I mean if you are outside and cant take your kimono off and redo it like at a festival or something :) Sometimes my kimono shifts if I have to sit in a chair and my legs become exposed and I am not sure how to fix this without redoing the whole thing...so embarrassing!
Hi! I’m usually clipping the kimono with a kimono clip in place, when I sit for longer at a table. I’ve once talked about this in a very very old video of mine.
Hey! Für solche Sachen empfehle ich Salz Tokyo‘s Kanal. Hier ist der Link zu ihrem Schwangerschaftskitsuke-Video: th-cam.com/video/2WpjQuxj0jE/w-d-xo.html
Love all your obi musubi videos. I have a question, are there tricks to tying an obi with fancy knot that is soft? I think using the 3 layer or 4 layer himo might help. Would love your advice!
@@Amaranthyne yes but I'm so lazy to sew, the whole stitching marathon is quite oof for me. 💀 Maybe someday I will make the women's obi someday for me or classmates
@@supremetuna Not wanting to sew is an entirely seperate matter. I have the necessary cloth and Matsunaga-san’s video saved. I’ve also done several of her tutorials for little things I need for kitsuke. Does that mean I started on an obi or yukata-nope. If you want a reason to wear an over the top kimono outfit, maybe think of setsubun. At least that’s _my_ plan!
Great video again, Billy! It answered so many questions for me about how to use my different Obi in various situations so that my kimono outfits look better adapted to my non-Japanese environment. I get complements and admiration which I did not expect but now with this new knowledge I will be even more confident. Thank you!!!
The ribon musubi makes me think of a smile the way the bow curls upwards 🥰 it's just so happy! I really love your kimono today also the colors are so springy 😍
Haha! I always called it a “moon shape”, but that’s just my inner sailor moon fan 😂
Funki.... maybe 'vibe'? :3
“Funiki” and I used the translation “vibe” later on in the video 😉
Thank you, Billy. Your videos make me interesting in Japanese clothing,
These obi musubi are so kawaii! Thank you! Question:can you use the same musubi for maru obi as fukuro obi?
Ribon daiko works, ribon musubi won’t work out with the length.
Another great instruction video. I also keep coming back because I am fascinated with how you mix prints and coordinate colors in your kimono.
Aw, that’s so sweet. Thank you!
So cute. I can see these being the most used in nearly any situation. I am so glad to see these options. Your hair in this video is just so pretty and elegant as well.
Thank you ❤️
I just recently found your videos... You are priceless!😁😍 Can you please tell about kimonos for children? And I have seen unusual photos where a mother holds a baby wrapped in a very beautiful large kimono. I really want to know about this tradition)) (maybe I just haven't seen your video on this topic yet:))
I don’t have children if my own, so at the moment it’s not a topic that is relevant in my life. There won’t be a video on it any soon. But I did talk about it in an workshop on my Patreon page.
I'm 1st! ^ v ^
you are such a good teacher, your videos are absolutely helpful understanding kitsuke, thank you!!
Thank you so much ❤️
Loved it. The way you matching a colour is stunning....💙🤍💚
Have you considered a self started store where you make obi and kimono supplies? It's so expensive for small things like clips.. shipping one set to the USA is about 30-50 USD. You could probably do a lot for many people by offering homemade kimono supplies.
It looks like I'm going to try the ribon daiko musubi more often it is just eye candy ❤️❤️❤️
Will these work for Fukuro obi too??
The ribon daiko yes, but I do not recommend the ribon Musubi. The length of the obi won’t work out.
Can I get some help 😭 I bought an obi belt before watching your videos and now it’s super wrinkled and unable to lay properly when worn. How can I save it/ press it out? I don’t want to assume the answer is as simple as ironing it, because I really want to take care of it and not destroy it. Help 😭😭😭
Hello Ms Matsunaga. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I have two alteration problems. 1. I need to lengthen a 裄 on a men's kimono I bought. I know you have long arms and must come across the same situation. The kimono is lined, so I am not sure how much margin it has where the sleeves are connected to the body. Do you have any instructions / advice for me? 2. I need to lengthen the 着丈 of a men's yukata. I thought I would let out some of the 内揚, but the 衽 does have one. Is there not solution?
not Billy, but I know that 着丈 can not be lengthened unfortunately.
@@Natsu_kichi Thank you.
I have a used tomesode kimono I was hoping I could style in a less formal way, perhaps with a maru obi in a more casual knot as well. I know that wearing kimono with high necked, frilly collars is popular, lace sleeves peaking out, doc martins for shoes. Is there a way to wear a tomesode a bit more casual or modern?
Thank you so much! I will try it in a few days when I'm in Kyoto. I like o-taiko, but this one is very cute, so thanks!
I love it when you reach us new Obi arrangements!!! Thank you!
Fairy Wings Time!!!
Question: If you use a himo (and not an obi makura) on the ribon daiko, do you still use an obiage?
Another great video. Thanks Billy
You make it look so easy! Excellent teacher!
Πόσα μέτρα είναι αυτό το πάνε το μάκρος του;
Cool 😀
I priced a sanjihimo, and it was $5.80 American. So I thought I'd buy it. Turns out the shipping cost three times the price of the himo. Outrageous. So, I'm going to be practicing these beautiful musubi as soon as I make a sanjihimo. Thankfully, it looks really easy.
Hi, I would like to ask how do you think about 二部式着物? Do you think it’s too much of a cheat? I have a 仮想衣装Collections book and a 手作リCOS!1 book which both feature 二部式着物 and I’m wondering if it’s acceptable to wear.
I would like to make a 大正ロマン themed 二尺袖二部式着物 and wear it with hakama and apron if it is acceptable :)
二部式着物 is essentially a waitress uniform. So I'd say if you plan to cosplay as a waitress it's spot on!
@@Natsu_kichi Yes that is my intention! Yayyy Thank you
Gosh you are absolutely fantastic at explaining super clearly, how to tie Obi. Wonderful. I have a number of kimono & recently bought some Obi so I'm doing some research and your channel is a brilliant resource. Thank you so much.
I will be watching ALL your videos and hope to find out, but just in case it's not mentioned, you have another obi, almost an under-obi. I've seen it on other channels too. What is it? What is it called? Is it something I can perhaps make myself? (this interest/passion is getting very expensive)
I am super curious, I was wondering what fabrics are kimono usually made with? And how are the collars stiff?
Another great video!!
Thank you so much Billy👏👍😊!!
Hi Billy! Could you possibly make a video of how to fix your kimono when it shifts around? I mean if you are outside and cant take your kimono off and redo it like at a festival or something :) Sometimes my kimono shifts if I have to sit in a chair and my legs become exposed and I am not sure how to fix this without redoing the whole thing...so embarrassing!
Hi! I’m usually clipping the kimono with a kimono clip in place, when I sit for longer at a table. I’ve once talked about this in a very very old video of mine.
@@BillyMatsunaga Thanks for the reply! I'll keep that in mind and try to find the video you are talking about :)
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I’ve been wanting another video for my obi!!! Thank you!!!
Interesting to see obi varieties! The obi musbi reminds me of hello kitty ❤
Best teacher I could ever hope to find on YT!
Oh thank you very much! I can't wait I try to do this musubi
I was trying to tie the obi with the help of my mom but my kimono ripped and now im sad 😢
Hope you can fix it 🥲
@@BillyMatsunaga yeah no its fixable but i had to take the whole sleeve of 😰
It is fixed
Hallo Billy, gibt es eine bestimmte Art den obi zu binden wenn man schwanger ist? Grüße aus Deutschland, Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Hey! Für solche Sachen empfehle ich Salz Tokyo‘s Kanal. Hier ist der Link zu ihrem Schwangerschaftskitsuke-Video:
th-cam.com/video/2WpjQuxj0jE/w-d-xo.html
@@BillyMatsunaga vielen Dank
Love all your obi musubi videos. I have a question, are there tricks to tying an obi with fancy knot that is soft? I think using the 3 layer or 4 layer himo might help. Would love your advice!
Soft obis should be super easy to tie. But for an o-taiko I recommend a longer obi makura to guarantee a nice obi yama 😊
Love your videos Billy. You have given me the dried to learn all these, but i am going first to practice the obi agae tying till I get it down LOL
Oh, yes! Obi age is so important. But try a obi Musubi practice here and there to not get too bored ❤️
I love your videos and seeing this one come up on my feed sparked a tinny bit of joy on a migraine day!
Aw, hope you’re feeling better by now (migraine days are the worst!!) ❤️
I like kimono but I'm a man 😂
What’s the problem? Kabuki actors are too.
Luckily this channel is a gender free space 💜
@@Amaranthyne yes but I'm so lazy to sew, the whole stitching marathon is quite oof for me. 💀
Maybe someday I will make the women's obi someday for me or classmates
@@BillyMatsunaga then I may try this when i sewed the obi again
@@supremetuna Not wanting to sew is an entirely seperate matter. I have the necessary cloth and Matsunaga-san’s video saved. I’ve also done several of her tutorials for little things I need for kitsuke. Does that mean I started on an obi or yukata-nope.
If you want a reason to wear an over the top kimono outfit, maybe think of setsubun. At least that’s _my_ plan!
These musubi are awesome! Can't wait to try them out. 😊
Hope you’ll like them ❤️
とても美しく着こなしていますね！素敵！
ありがとうございます😊
What other use does that have, just a simple belt would look more elegant