{"product_id":"kimono-robe-1","title":"KIMONO ROBE","description":"\u003cp\u003e　\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA one-of-a-kind Japanese kimono robe reimagined from an authentic vintage Kurotomesode, one of the most formal styles of traditional Japanese kimono.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom Kurotomesode — Japan’s Formal Kimono Tradition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKurotomesode is a formal black kimono traditionally worn by married women in Japan and is regarded as the highest level of formal kimono for married women.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is especially associated with Japanese weddings, where it has traditionally been worn by the mothers and close married female relatives of the bride and groom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacterized by its deep black ground, family crests (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekamon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), and elaborate decorative motifs concentrated toward the lower part of the garment, Kurotomesode represents dignity, celebration and refined Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWATASI JAPAN gives this traditional textile a new life, transforming it into a contemporary robe that can be styled freely beyond the conventions of traditional kimono dressing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Beauty of the Peony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vintage kimono features magnificent floral motifs believed to depict peonies (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebotan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), a flower long celebrated in Japanese art and textile design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe peony is admired for its large, luxurious blossoms and has traditionally been associated with prosperity, nobility, beauty and good fortune.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet against the deep black background, the rich red, ivory, gold and warm-toned floral design creates a striking yet elegant contrast, allowing the artistry of the original kimono to become the focal point of the robe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Wearable Art, Reimagined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe relaxed, open-front silhouette preserves the graceful character of traditional kimono while making the piece easy to incorporate into contemporary styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be worn over a dress, tailored trousers, a monochrome outfit or simple separates. The generous silhouette also allows the robe to be styled across genders, making it suitable for anyone drawn to Japanese textiles, statement fashion and one-of-a-kind wearable art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear it open for a fluid, effortless look, or style it with a belt for a more defined silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause each robe is created from an individual vintage kimono, no two pieces are exactly alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic vintage Japanese Kurotomesode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-of-a-kind Japanese kimono robe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Japanese textile believed to be silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional peony-inspired floral motifs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOriginal \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekamon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Japanese family crest) details\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep black base with red, ivory and gold-toned decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong open-front silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWide kimono-inspired sleeves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelaxed, gender-inclusive styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for elegant layering, occasion wear and statement fashion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReimagined and made in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWATASI JAPAN original piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Vintage Kimono Fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece is created from an authentic vintage Japanese Kurotomesode.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the original kimono has lived a life before being transformed into this robe, subtle marks, small imperfections, variations in color or other signs of age may be present. These characteristics are part of the history and individuality of the vintage textile and make each piece unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original textile is believed to be silk based on its characteristics; however, as the original material label is no longer available, the exact fiber composition cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome model images are AI-assisted styling images used to illustrate the overall silhouette and wearing impression. Small details such as exact pattern placement, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekamon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and garment construction may vary, so please refer to the actual detail photographs for the fabric, pattern, color and finishing of this one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne Kimono, One Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Kurotomesode may once have been worn for one of the most important celebrations in a family’s life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than allowing these remarkable textiles and the craftsmanship behind them to remain unseen, WATASI JAPAN reimagines vintage Japanese kimono as contemporary wearable art for a new generation and a wider world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear Japanese art. 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