[Toyoyama Town] Care and alterations for inherited kimonos. A friendly, unpretentious "neighborhood kimono repair shop."

Toyoyama Town in Aichi Prefecture was formed in 1906 when Toyoba Village and Aoyama Village merged, taking characters from both names to create its current name. The town's name is said to have an auspicious meaning: "a mountain full of abundant produce." Even today, true to its name, the town is bustling with activity at the northern market and is dotted with local shops, where a small but rich life thrives.

If you happen to look up at the sky, you'll see planes taking off and landing at Nagoya Airport flying nearby, and along National Route 41, you'll find shopping spots like Airport Walk. Yet, if you step off the main road into a side street, you'll find a quiet and peaceful residential area where old-fashioned neighborly relationships and human warmth still linger.

In the midst of the peaceful life in Toyama Town, are there any precious kimonos that you inherited from your mother or grandmother quietly sleeping in the back of a chest of drawers in your own home or your parents' home?

👘 Are you wondering what to do with a kimono you inherited?

You may have inherited a beautiful kimono from your mother or grandmother, but it's just sitting in your closet, and you might have the following concerns:

Specifically, many people seem to have the following concerns:

• "When I took it out after a long time, I noticed old stains and a musty smell, and I'm worried about whether it's okay to wear it like this."

• "I'd like to try it on, but it's made in the old style, and the size doesn't fit my height or arm length."

• "I don't have many opportunities to wear it, but the pattern is beautiful, so I want to remake it into a bag or parasol and keep it for myself."

If you're thinking, "I'd like someone to at least take a look at the condition of my kimono, but I'm hesitant to go to a high-class kimono shop because I'm afraid they'll try to sell me something new...", then please feel free to consult with Kyotoya Owari Honten in Oguchi Town, which is easily accessible from Toyama Town via National Route 41.

Three reasons why it's easy to visit us from Toyoyama Town

1. Easily accessible by car via National Route 41 (Meino Bypass) and dedicated parking.

For transporting your precious kimono, traveling by car is the safest option. From within Toyoyama Town (around Nagoya Airport or the northern market area), you can reach our shop in Oguchi Town relatively smoothly by heading north on National Route 41. We have a dedicated parking lot on our premises, so you can bring your kimono inside as soon as you arrive.

2. Specializing in "maintenance and repairs".

We are not a store like those found in large shopping malls that primarily display and sell new kimonos. We are a "repair workshop" specializing in bleaching old stains, thorough cleaning, size adjustments (such as sleeve length adjustments), and remaking kimonos to suit modern lifestyles. We refrain from any sales pitches for new kimonos and are dedicated to working behind the scenes to revive the kimonos our customers already own.

3. A "private space" where you can consult without worrying about what others think.

With older kimonos, it's difficult to assess the extent of stains or the condition of the fabric without spreading it out. We understand that some customers may feel embarrassed to spread out their old kimonos in front of other customers, so we strive to provide a calm and comfortable environment for discussions.

Casual attire is fine. Please make a reservation first, then feel free to bring your clothes in a paper bag.

You might feel intimidated by the idea of "consulting about kimonos," but our shop is just an unpretentious "neighborhood kimono repair shop."

Whether you're doing your daily shopping at Airport Walk Nagoya or around the Northern Market area, or just heading out along National Route 41, feel free to drop by in casual clothes like a T-shirt and jeans.

Simply place your kimono, as it is in your closet, into a large paper bag or furoshiki (wrapping cloth), load it into the back seat of your car, and bring it in as is.

There is just one request regarding your visit. In order to carefully examine the condition of each kimono and propose an accurate estimate and the most suitable remaking method, our shop operates on a "reservation-priority system."

If you come without a reservation, you may have to wait for a long time. If you're thinking, "I wonder if I can wear my family's kimono if I have it repaired?", please make a reservation by phone or LINE before coming to our shop.

Our small workshop is located a short drive from Toyama Town, and we are here to help you bring your precious kimonos to life. Please feel free to contact us.