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Remaking a lined jacket from kimono fabric

2025-08-30 16:19:18 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

We tailored a jacket with a shawl collar according to the customer's request.
The shawl collar is a design that requires very careful balance. As a full-order custom piece, we conducted fittings to perfect the collar width and collar placement.
I believe we've created a jacket with excellent balance!
In tailoring, those extra steps and attention to detail are extremely important.
Whether worn over a T-shirt or as a layer over a dress, this jacket can be enjoyed year-round for a long time, depending on what you pair it with!

▲One button is covered with matching fabric

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

Remake a tissue case cover from a rabbit-patterned obi

2025-08-22 13:19:14 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I remade a tissue case cover using a cute pink rabbit-patterned obi sash. Since it's an obi, it stands up very firmly on its own without needing interfacing. For the lining fabric (not visible in the photo), I used indigo-colored hand-woven cotton. The combination is perfect! The pattern of jumping rabbits seems to give me energy just by looking at it. I've been receiving many orders for tissue case covers as gifts. If you have any obi sashes sleeping in your dresser drawers, please feel free to consult with me.

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

From haori to lined jacket

2025-08-08 15:38:04 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I remade a lined jacket from a haori. This time, at the customer's request, the front opening uses a zipper. The collar design and everything else is completely original. At Rurimon, we carefully listen to our customers' detailed requests, take precise measurements, and create a precious one-of-a-kind piece. Please don't throw away kimono that are sleeping in your drawers - come consult with us instead!

▲When you fold the sleeves once, they become three-quarter sleeves.

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

From tomesode to wedding dress

2025-08-01 14:33:14 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

We received a tomesode (formal kimono) and remade it into a dress for a wedding ceremony.
This is something I always think about - Japanese traditional techniques are truly wonderful! The intricate pattern composition woven into fabric that is 12 meters long and 30 cm wide, the pattern matching... it takes my breath away. And then to make the most of that fabric to tailor Western clothing - it's very difficult, but it's very rewarding work.
This time as well, through full custom order, we consulted thoroughly with the customer about sizing and pattern matching to create the perfect garment.
The wedding is in December... congratulations!

▲The most important point is where to place the center of focus.

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

Remake jacket made from black chirimen fabric

2025-07-25 10:37:07 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I remade a lined jacket from chirimen kimono fabric.
Although it's black, the textured pattern makes it a very expressive piece.
The design is an original by Rurimon. It features a round collar in front, a stand-up collar in back, and generous armholes that create a clean sleeve attachment without any bagginess.
I wonder how many pieces I've made in this design now. I can also create unlined single-layer versions for summer wear. In that case, I pre-wash the kimono fabric once to make it washable.
When made with ro kimono fabric, it becomes the perfect garment for midsummer.
Everyone has been very pleased with these pieces.

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

Obi and kimono fabric tissue box cover

2025-06-20 16:12:14 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I received handwoven obi and kimono fabric and created two types of tissue box covers from them. These were apparently precious kimono and obi that belonged to the customer's mother, and she plans to distribute a total of 6 pieces to her relatives.
With permission to use the obi pattern boldly and completely, I was able to create 4 pieces. From the kimono fabric, I made 2 pieces. By combining each with the obi lining (purple) and kimono lining (red) respectively, I completed very stylish and sturdy tissue box covers.
I plan to make card cases from the remaining kimono fabric.
Since I think there's always at least one tissue box in every room, I would be happy if these could be seen and appreciated daily.

▲Obi fabric on the left, kimono fabric on the right

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

From a phoenix-patterned tomesode to a long vest

2025-06-14 14:17:34 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

We received a tomesode featuring a magnificent phoenix in flight and tailored it into a long vest. We placed the center of the pattern at the front center (normally, we position the pattern center slightly off-center) to emphasize its dynamic quality. It was a great success! The result is a garment that beautifully showcases the powerful and striking pattern. We used buttons that you provided, and they were perfect in both size and atmosphere. Thank you very much!

▲Gorgeous with patterns extending all the way to the back hem!

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

Remaking a long blouse from a ro (silk gauze) kimono

2025-05-09 15:31:51 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I received a summer ro weave kimono and tailored it into a single-layer long blouse.
The transparency of the ro kimono fabric is one of its most charming features. I deliberately made it as a single layer without lining. Depending on what you wear underneath, it can be styled either casually or more formally. The front center has a clean seam with one button at the neck. The flowing silhouette is absolutely lovely. Of course, it can be hand-washed, making it a perfect layer for protection against air conditioning or direct sunlight during the hot summer months!

▲The long-length design is also lovely.

We accept kimono remake requests.
https://goo.gl/pjzPp4

Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

Remaking a one-piece dress from a kasuri (ikat) kimono.

2025-05-02 15:38:46 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I received a hand-woven kasuri kimono and remade it into an unlined dress. Kasuri (ikat) refers to fabric where the vertical threads are tied and dyed before weaving. When the horizontal threads are tied and dyed before weaving, it's called yoko-gasuri (horizontal ikat).
The material is hemp. Since it's thick, it doesn't easily become transparent or wrinkle, so I made it single-layered without lining so it can be worn during midsummer and is washable.
The design was based on the customer's favorite dress which was brought as a sample. The customer also removed buttons from a dress they used to wear and brought them along.
What a wonderful recycling and remaking spirit!

▲Hand-woven kasuri (ikat)

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

Remake a one-piece dress from a cherry blossom-colored visiting kimono (houmongi).

2025-03-29 16:36:18 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I received a cherry blossom-colored visiting kimono that's perfect for this season and remade it into a dress. Previously, I made one with the same pattern and size that the customer really loved, so they requested the same design. I'm so happy about this! Even though it's exactly the same design, it's surprisingly different - almost like a completely different piece. Since I didn't charge for the pattern or fitting, the tailoring fee became quite reasonable. Well, it's spring now! The cherry blossoms are in full bloom in no time!

▲The pink background has a lovely pattern on it.

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

From iro-tomesode (formal colored kimono) to long jacket for weddings

2025-03-20 17:21:12 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I received a colored tomesode kimono to tailor into a long jacket for an April wedding. It has a subdued beige background with gold embroidery and hand-painted cranes—a very auspicious pattern.
Unlike a dress, it has a front opening, so I decided to make the center front a simple meeting edge without buttons.
I couldn't disrupt the pattern. Pattern matching was crucial.
I was able to match the patterns beautifully on both front and back, and use the patterns to their fullest extent. I finished in time for the deadline and can finally breathe a sigh of relief.
It has a different feel from tailoring a black tomesode, and this project reminded me how truly beautiful colored tomesode kimonos are.
Congratulations!

▲Perfectly aligned pattern matching

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

From furisode (kimono) to wedding dress

2025-02-25 15:25:56 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

We received a tomesode kimono from a customer who was preparing for her son's wedding in early March. She was a bit concerned about a stain that had formed on the pattern, but we decided to proceed with tailoring it without attempting stain removal. The result? No problem at all! Unless you stare at it up close, it's completely unnoticeable.
I was very happy to see another sleeping kimono be reborn. If you have kimonos with stains or moth damage that you're thinking "I should just throw this away," please feel free to consult with us. We can surely be of assistance!

We accept kimono remake requests.
https://goo.gl/pjzPp4

Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

Remake a wedding dress from a houmongi (formal visiting kimono)

2025-01-20 15:40:05 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

Happy New Year, though it's quite late!
This year too, I will continue to work hard to deliver results that will make everyone happy.
Thank you for your continued support.
My first post of the year is about a dress for a mother to wear to her daughter's wedding. It was remade from a formal kimono (houmongi).
It features an auspicious pattern of cranes in flight on a soft gray background.
The pattern matching turned out very well, with powerful cranes flying near the neckline.
I understand the wedding is in early February. I'm glad I finished it in time!
Congratulations!

▲The patterns match perfectly

▲A powerful crane flaps its wings close to your face.

We accept kimono remake requests.
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Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

Reversible Hat Made from Coat Remnant Fabric

2024-12-17 16:30:41 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I created a reversible hat using the leftover fabric from a reversible coat I previously made. It was just enough fabric to make one hat. This is an original Rurimon design.
Since both the coat and the hat are reversible, you can enjoy them in 6 different ways.
After making items like coats, you often have leftover fabric that's not quite enough for another full piece... We welcome your consultations and orders.
No matter how small the piece, fabric that's been handcrafted - you wouldn't want to throw it away, would you?

We accept kimono remake requests.
https://goo.gl/pjzPp4

Gallery Rurimen: Kimono Remaking, Kimono Reforming, Obi (Belt) Remaking in Yokohama
〒227-0016　"4-48 Sakuradai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama City"　>>グーグル地図で見る　TEL 045-981-0834

Remake a blouse from hand-woven Tsumugi kimono fabric

2024-12-10 16:23:04 | The Kimono Remake Diary

Hello, this is the kimono remake and kimono reform service in Yokohama Aobadai.『gallery/rurimon』

I received a hand-woven Tsumugi kimono fabric and remade it into a lined blouse.
With a sample blouse of the same design and size, it took some time but the tailoring proceeded smoothly.
I was meticulous about the details as always - pattern matching and buttonholes with piped edges - and a lovely blouse jacket was completed!
I heard you have a gathering in January, so I'm really glad it was finished in time!
Wishing you a wonderful New Year.