Fushimi Ningyo (dolls made of clay)
Have you ever seen a FUSHIMI NINGYO (dolls made of clay manufactured in Fushimi)? It is believed to be the origin of Japanese clay dolls...
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Kyoto Sand (sandwich)
You might think that people in Kyoto have pure Japanese meals everyday and night. Surprising enough, but the consumption of bread in...
Autumn Foliage in Taizo-in
Now Kyoto is in its prime season for viewing the beautiful autumn leaves in red and gold. Many of our customers enjoy the view and have...
Gate of Myoshinji Temple
Many people visit temples during the sightseeing seasons, and the first thing catches their eyes is the front gate often referred to as...
Pockets on KIMONO
I usually carry a lot of belongings with me in a large bag. However, it's not a convenient way if you are wearing KIMONO. I say this...
Look up KARAMON Gate of Nijo Castle vol.2
This time I would like to talk about KARAMON gate of Nijo castle for more details. I love watching ”gates", and for me the gate is not...
Scents and KIMONO
When you wear KIMONO, would you like to wear perfume or cologne as well？ Well...I myself would like to wear O-KOH (Japanese incense). In...
TENSHIN-HAN (crab omelet on rice）at Marushin Hanten Restaurant
We receive a lot of inquiries from our customers about nice restaurant in Kyoto. The other day, I went to Marushin Hanten and had the...
Yumeyakata Oike Bettei, Vintage Kimono Plan
Behind the manga museum is our second Yumeyakata Oike Bettei shop. Unlike the Gojo store, our head office, the atmosphere of the...
Look up KARAMON of Nijo Castle
Close to our new branch, YUMEYAKATA OIKE Bettei, the World Heritage Nijo Castle is located. In celebration of the 150th anniversary of...
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