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Iromuji, The Most Versatile Kimono

Iromuji, The Most Versatile Kimono

Weddings, Entrance Ceremonies, Graduation Ceremonies, Tea Ceremony, and Anniversaries. The opportunities to wear an iromuji (色無地) are endless. As your iromuji is a kimono that will serve you for many years, it’s important to choose one in the perfect color for you.

At Ginza Motoji, you can order a fully customized iromuji. You can choose not only the weave, but the very color itself, and we will custom dye it specially for you. Let help you in creating a special kimono that reflects your unique style.

Take a look at the product page here

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The Custom Order Process

Step.1 Choosing the white fabric.

Step.1 白生地を選びます
You can choose from a wide variety of fabrics to suit your preference, including those with or without woven patterns. All of our iromuji are made with "Platinum Boy" silk, exclusive to Ginza Motoji. Platinum Boy, is made exclusively from male silkworm cocoons, features an elegant luster and beautiful coloration, offering a more luxurious texture.

- Iromuji with Platinum Boy fabric (with or without woven patterns): Starting from 330,000 yen

*The prices include dyeing, lining, tailoring, and tax.
*A dyed crest can be added free of charge.
*The price may vary depending on the width or specific fabrics such as Tsubonori Chirimen.

 

Step.2 Choosing Your Favorite Color

At Ginza Motoji, we have preselected array of stylish colors for your iromuji. If one of these colours doesnt catch your eye, your more than welcome to choose any color that suits your taste.

 

色無地の色見本

Step.3 Choosing Your Mon (Family Crest) 「紋」

The price of one dyed Mon「染め抜き紋」 is included in the price. It is also possible to embroider your Mon at an extra cost.

If you do not have a Japanese family crest, you may pick one from a book of crests. It is also possible to have one custom designed to look like your own family crest too. 

染め抜き紋
Dyed Crest (染め抜き紋)


縫い紋
Embroidered Crest (縫い紋)

Step.3 Tailoring

Our highly trained staff will take your measurements at our store, and have your kimono tailored accordingly. We will make sure the kimono fits perfectly, so you can enjoy it every time you wear it.
The dyeing and tailoring of the kimono usually takes about two months. Once your kimono is ready, you can come and collect it in store. If you are not in Japan, we can also deliver overseas, sending it via FEDEX.

If you are unable to visit our store in Ginza, you can order online with our native English speaking staff who can guide you though the process.

Iromuji Lookbook

Depending on the obi and accessories, the same kimono can take on many forms, and can be worn for a plethora of occasions.


Graduation Ceremony

品良い袋帯を合わせて
With a dressy Fukuro Obi.


School Entrance Ceremony

春らしい色の小物で変化を
With the same obi, adding a pink obiage and obijime give the look a fresh and spring-like feel.

Wedding Ceremony
華やかな袋帯を合わせて
With bold obi to match the celebratory mood.

Chakai / Tea Ceremony (茶会)
織帯や格調ある染帯を合わせて
With a woven Nagoya obi or Dyed obi. 

Memorial Service
寒色系なら法事や偲ぶ会にも
If your kimono is a subdued color, it can be matched with a sober obi for wakes and memorial services.

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