KIIRO creates mode kimono for women with a high fashion sense. For a limited time only, the brand will make their way to the 2nd floor center park of department store Isetan in Shinjuku, in Tokyo Kaihoku, and the 7th floor Isetan Kimono Club.
“KIIRO” means “colours that work.” It’s an innovative kimono brand for women experienced in the ways of the world where one can freely enjoy fashion that is you through colour and design.
KIIRO is managed by Mimatsu, an 85-year-old clothing store, who offer innovative kimono designs, such as “kimono styled like dresses” and “both clothing and kimono layered.”
What really made their debut was the kimono artwork created by 38 different women. Women from a diverse range of industries came forward to offer their own unique and gorgeous styles, such as tarento Masami Hisamoto, fashion consultant Nagisa Ichikawa and model Chiaki Hatakeyama.
These must-see kimono are displayed instore for the duration of the event, as well as on KIIRO’s official Instagram page.
Flocky Dot Kimono: ¥78,000 + tax
This flock dot kimono is made with shantung, a type of silk fabric. The ability to change the hem and sleeves, something not found in ordinary kimono sewing, will have people double-taking.
Fukure Chidori Kimono: ¥78,000 + tax
A houndstooth design made from jacquard. This original design uses different materials left and right and has both a traditional and contemporary style to it.
Shoron Pochette: ¥7,800 + tax
A metallic coloured pouch bag that adds spice to the kimono style.
Cinema Scarf: ¥15,000 + tax
The cinema actress design scarf works with the kimono style of collar and can be used freely as an obi sash.
The event will run from January 17th to January 29th. During that time, the first 10 customers who purchase a kimono or obi can participate in a special event at “Suehirotei” in Shinjuku San-chome where you can listen to a rakugo performance dressed in a kimono, have a rare look backstage, and talk with a professional rakugo storyteller. Comes with a kimono service on the day.
Rakugo Event: February 11, 2018 / 3pm-5:30pm (subject to change)
*Please note that the contents of the event are subject to change.
Experience a new world of kimono with “KIIRO.”
KIIRO
Location: Isetan Shinjuku 2F Center Park / Tokyo Kaihoku / 7th Floor Isetan Kimono Club
Running: January 17, 2018 – January 29, 2018
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mofusand cafe
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Access: Shinjuku Station West Exit
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15.November.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD / SPOT
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Acrylic Stand (Lelouch, Suzaku, Nunnally)
Acrylic Board
Muddler Spoon Set
Satin Pouch
Code Geass debuted in October 2006, and the series was recently re-aired in Japan with a new opening and ending theme. A new series, Code Geass: Z of the Recapture, is coming in the future.
Lelouch’s birthday is on December 5, so there will be plenty of treats to celebrate. Be sure to come give your well wishes!
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Code Geass Cafe -Winter Celebration-
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Address: BOX cafe&space Shinjuku Mylord Building 1 7F (1-1-3 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
Running: December 2, 2021 – January 23, 2022
Reservations: https://cafe-cg.jp/
Online Shop Open: December 2, 2021 at 11:00 – January 23, 2022 at 23:59
Cafe Official Online Shop: https://cafe-cg.jp/online_store
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13.September.2021 | FASHION
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The SHEL’TTER TOKYO and MOUSSY FLAGSHIP SHOP will also be holding JUN INAGAWA’s solo exhibition and accompanying workshop. For more info on the apparel or exhibition, head to the PROJECT U special site!
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PROJECT U Third Installment
Release Date & Location:
September 10, 2021
MOUSSY Lumine EST Shinjuku, SHEL’TTER WEB STORE
September 17, 2021
The SHEL’TTER TOKYO / MOUSSY FLAGSHIP SHOP, MOUSSY Stores
PROJECT U: https://www.moussy.ne.jp/project_u/
Official Site: http://www.moussy.ne.jp