Hamadaya Kimono
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Three Generations of Tradition: Hamadaya Kimono Care Shop
Location: Gumyoji, Minami Ward, Yokohama, Japan
Timestamp: 17:41・2024/04/09
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Hamadaya, a kimono tailor and cleaning specialty shop, has a rich history dating back to the 1920s when it began as a dyeing workshop. Today, they specialize in the meticulous care and maintenance of kimono garments. Their services include professional cleaning, stain removal, tailoring to fit your body measurements, and various alterations.
With access to a wide range of silk materials, Hamadaya offers not only traditional kimono but also a variety of Japanese-style clothing items reminiscent of kimonos, along with tenugui towels and unique furoshiki cloths. Additionally, they provide a selection of souvenir silk items highly sought after by overseas tourists.
As a family-run establishment, Hamadaya is currently led by its third-generation owner, ensuring a legacy of craftsmanship and dedication to preserving the art of kimono.
Glossary:
手ぬぐい・tengui: A traditional Japanese towel, typically measuring about 90 cm (2.9 feet) x 35 cm (1.1 feet). It is made of flat-woven cotton and often dyed with plain colors or patterns. Tenugui have hemmed long sides and unhemmed short sides, facilitating faster drying through fraying. They are versatile, used for cleaning, drying hands, and for protective or decorative wrapping. During festivals, tenugui are worn as headwear, belts, or used as props.
風呂敷・furoshiki: A traditional Japanese wrapping cloth primarily used for transporting goods such as sake bottles, bento lunch boxes, and gifts of various sizes and shapes. Furoshiki may have hemmed edges and can be crafted from a variety of materials, including silk or cotton for traditional versions, and synthetic materials like rayon, nylon, or polyester for modern adaptations.
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