I'm a craftsman in Japan. And let me tell you that unless you own the darn business, those producers will milk you of your talent and energy while compensation is next to nothing. And because those artists usually are proud and passionate or plain very old they don't complain. So if you want the next generation of artist to take interest, "pay us well!"
@@Dimapur yep. This is why we collectively bargain. Otherwise it's 1 big fish (the company) vs many smaller fish (the workers, when not collectively bargaining) When organized workers can work together and form their own "big fish", they can be on more equal ground with the power dynamics of the company. We have limited mental capacity to deal with stress, negotaitions, our job, home responsibilities, etc. Organizing leads to job security, actually decent pay raises, and importantly, less stress! You don't have to worry so much when you can let the collective handle it and chip in as needed.
the 10k is the lower end of this luxury brand. for those intending to buy it for super formal events, it easily runs much higher than that especially if the client has custom requests
I would only spend that much if I was sure the artists involved in making the thing was getting properly compensated. Because the name is just a lux name but without the artist who actually make these works of art, they are nothing.
I think we should have an international events for all the artisans made fabric from around the world to display their hard work and also provide solutions to make sure their workcraft not dying in the future.
Hopefully the artists get a fair share of the pay... but I'm not too hopeful since most businesses leech off huge profits at expense of their workers... and before anyone tries to say there's difference between high and low skilled jobs that justifies that pattern -- don't even waste ur time. Literally nothing in this world would work the way it does if no one worked a low skilled job. Even those masterful kimonos depended on a regular person with a mere driver's license to deliver the parts safe and responsibly from one artist to another. Without that delivery person, there'd be no kimono, unless there was, guess what, another delivery person. You get the point. Even if drone delivery was well implemented nowadays, I doubt anyone would dare let a flimsy miniature helicopter transport a kimono worth thousands of dollars. All human hands matter in the making of things and everyone deserves to get paid well enough to live a fulfilling life, no matter how simple the task they're able to execute. Often even the simplest things are the most important anyways. And yet we have massive companies with few execs making bank at cost of all the people who keep the company truly running for the lowest pay legally possible. Pisses me off. Really hope that's not the case at least for those smaller niche businesses.
Just to clarify something that kinda bugged me... You can still wear kimono as an everyday garment through kitsuke, not just for formal occasions.. however like with other clothing items there are levels to formality within kimono. So these uber expensive one's would be for formal occasions but there are also kimono out there for under $100 at secondhand shops also made of cotton and silk that are more comfy, affordable, and meant to be worn more often, or even everyday. I felt like they kinda glossed over this in the 1 mention of it. It's always bothered me that shows, I assume with good intentions of sharing the craftmanship or whatever, will romanticizes or exoticize Japanese culture in a way that makes it out like everyday people aren't wearing kimono regularly still and that like as Japanese people we want to share kimono with others as long as they can respect it. It's not that other worldly and looking up kitsuke groups online will immediatly show how all kinds of people across the world are wearing kimono. Learn about kimono, respect kimono and the culture, and wear kimono to the best of your ability with sincerity!
@@robertrijkers947 Yukata are still a kind of kimono. Specifically it is considered a type of kimono worn in summer (also used in bathhouses), with the cotton or polyester blends helping with the hot months. Yukata are typically single layer which makes it way lighter in weight and to help with breathability since you still wear juban (this is the under kimono - functions like a slip). Regardless you can still wear them out in public daily. (There are also like...kimono that aren't yukata but are also for summer too. These are 2 layers which the outer one being sheer and see through and the inter lining being thin. Kinda hard to explain) Then there are the rest of the "non-yukata" kimono that can also be made of cotton/polyester blends with silk linings. Non-yukata kimono typically will have at least 2 or more layers depending on what season you want to wear them in. While silk is the most common kimono fabric it doesn't mean that non-yukata kimono exclusively wear silk either. And even with the silk range, there are different grades of silk so that a non-yukata kimono could be made from a cheaper silk to still be cheaper than this video says. In any case, it's nowhere near as expensive or unattainable to have proper kimono as this video makes it out to be. These formal kimono are made more for the artistry, sure, but that doesn't mean that there aren't thousands of shops out there selling legitimate inexpensive kimono of any style. PS - And actually any fabric you could think of could be used to make a kimono since you can make them yourself with store bought fabric too. There isn't a rule against it as long as it's properly made and worn to the best of your ability and best intentions in mind. Since my family never passed down our family's heirloom kimono I started buying my own and am planning on making my own at some point. I got 3 kimono for $102 from a Hokkaido shop online called EngawaJapan. Their store is through Etsy. 1 non-yukata summer kimono, 1 non-yukata cotton kimono with silk linings, 1 full silk kimono with several linings. Then I got 2 silk juban in both female and male styles for under $75 from two different shops KimonoDreamShop from Kyoto and FlatRiver from Ōsaka. I've seen even cheaper prices too but I didn't like the pattern on them so I didn't get them. Basically the tl;dr is that like western dresses there are many different types. Dress is a very broad term and so is kimono. Specifically yukata would be similar by western standards to a very casual to semi casual "summer dress" (think sundress, maxi, sweatdress, or moomoos) while then other kimono above this can range from as normal as an casual everyday garment (like shirtdresses, kaftans, or midi dresses) up to semiformal and formal (business dresses, prom dresses, bridal dresses).. there are a looot of styles beyond just "yukata" and "kimono" being a catch-all phrase.
Also sorry for the long wall of text. I got lost in the explanation and didn't realize I typed so much on my phone til I hit send 😅 I've just really been invested in my personal journey to know my culture better since I'm Japanese-American and want to pass down as much knowledge as I can when I have kids.
@@Koutouhara I’m Japanese living in Japan. We don’t call Yukata as Kimono. Kimono is not Yukata and Yukata is never Kimono. Yukata is just Yukata. Different kind. Kimono is never worn in summer in 35c weather. We wear Yukata to fireworks and no company advertises Yukata as Kimono ever because kimono means silk or a blend of silk. It’s too hot in summer. It’s impossible to wear silk anything in Japanese summer and no one wears it in summer even my mom who wears kimono often. You come to Japan and tell anyone here Yukata is kimono every Japanese would correct you. Try living in Japan and you can understand more.
Thank you so much for sharing all these precious info, personally I was very captivated by Kimonos since my childhood , by the noble fabric and the beautiful natural colors... It's a peace of art 💗💗👍
As an artist who sees flaws in everything I make...When she says "flowers in their natural state are something she has trouble making" (despite her obvious skill at making kimonos) and despite doing this as her only job for the last 30ish years.... It made me realize no matter how good everyone else thinks you are, an artist will always see the flaws and think their art is so bad no one would ever buy it (even if they were drunk lol) Why do we artists hate out own work? I think mine is so bad that I haven't posted anything except the first 2 songs I completed... because I can't stop finding flaws in my new stuff
I am not trying to discourage you, but even though a typical critic won't see any flaws in our work, there will always be a time when an expert will seriously judge it if it is to make the top cut. Obviously, there are times when we are nitpicking, but some amount of self-criticism is necessary, I think.
I think it takes a certain level of delusion in order to be truly good at something. you need to be able to sometimes think: people will like this, and in those moments you should put out your stuff. no great artist ever became that way by never finishing anything
Even "masters" can find issues with their work. I personally feel the day I can't find something to improve in my craft I need to hang up the brush because I obviously lost some part of me that was intrensic to my art. I've dealt with work by ppl who can no longer see anything they could improve and once that happens the quality and beauty of their work begins to slip.
the flaws are what make it human art. If you could just perfectly render things, what would be the point? I am sure there are people just waiting for you to post again.
Everyone does say that I'm really good at drawing however i hate my work because i always remember that there's someone better than me out there. I can see the imperfections of my art cause i know where i messed up that makes me hate it 😩
Wow very keen observation that it takes days to make! Did you realize that when they said it directly in the video? Thanks for restating it for us though! You're soooooo smart and helpful
I would be terrified to wear one. It's an actual work of art, worthy of being displayed on the wall like a fine painting. I would be so heart-broken to wear one and find that some embroidery had come loose, or that something had fallen on me and stained the fabric. But at the same time, it would feel such a shame to _not_ wear it, because they are so beautiful, I would feel compelled to share it with others, and to let its purpose of being a fine kimono be fulfilled. How conflicted it makes me feel!
I couldn't wear it because if anyone in my vicinity dared to walk by with food or drink, I'd probably panic so much I'd throw up or pass out onto the dirty floor LOL
Prior to the pandemic I came across a company in Kyoto Japan which sells guitar straps made from recycled Kimono/Obi. These are heirloom quality, singularly unique, and functioning works of art. “The Singing Crane”
A bespoke suit can cost as much as $5K; if I could afford it, I would have a bespoke kimono as well. As a trained tailor, this garment and the workmanship involved is similar in the care taken and the handwork involved. I hope this fabric/garment artistry never dies out!
People will never get tired of wearing beautiful things. And the only thing better then a work of art is a work of craft. Appreciation for craft can turn a simple jacket into something someone will treasure for the rest of their life!
@@AnIdiotsLantern totally agree! If I could afford it, I'd definitely go for a bespoke kimono. I saw a wedding set at an auction several years ago. The pattern was Chrysanthemum and both were marked at $300. Something about them told me someone had no idea what these kimonos were worth. They were embroidered, beautifully patterned but I felt they were undervalued.
@Joan-Maria Brooks If you are a tailor, you could probably learn to make kimono. I have couple of tailor friends who are, and a trained kimono tailor in my area. They keep telling me it’s mostly straight lines. There is a RUclips channel by Billy Matsunaga who teaches kimono sewing.
I made a bespoke tailor jacket once for a woman. It was my first and only. The amount of work that went into it was very interesting and I found the task to be meditative but there isn't too much demand for a woman's bespoke tailored suit jacket
@@JaRule6 I might agree with you, as I've also trained in mens and women's tailoring but I also work in law and that's where I see a lot of bespoke garments. I only work in large firms (I temp); when the first year lawyers are hired, one of the things they are told about is the high end stuff ie., patronize Elizabeth Arden salon for spa and other treatments, where good tailors can be found to do RTW or bespoke garments, etc. There are two tailor shops near the firm I work at. I do most of my own garments and I always need a suit jacket.
I am absolutely STUNNED by the amount of handwork that goes into these kimonos. Each step involved in the making of these high end kimonos are individual works of art. So beautiful that these artisans are continuing and passing on the ancient practices when so many of us today buy such quick, “slapped together” clothing. I cannot say enough good things about this craft. Such beauty and elegance. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
we have had many exchange students live at our place over the years ranging from the ages of 10 to 70. one day we had a retired school teacher from Japan came to vancouver as an exchange student. she was 69. at that age she tells amazing stories. she recalled as a child here great grandmother wearing one of those outfits. over the years her mother inherited it and just before her mother passed away she told her that it took 13 months to complete the outfit. take in mind it was over 100 years old by this time and she said it fit like it was brand new. now she has passed it on to her daughter. 4 generation's later it still stands the test of time. thanks for the video. in Japan everything takes time because they care about quality.
It’s amazing how skilled these artists are. The beauty and hard work that goes into making these beautiful Kimonos is on another level. It’s worth whatever they charge and more. Absolutely beautiful
As someone who does cross stitch art I can appreciate this. Many people simply do not understand the time and effort I’ve put into some of my most beloved pieces. Some of my larger pieces took me a long time to complete but I did not work on them constantly. I’d take breaks and work on things that would give me instant gratification such as sewing projects. These are beautiful works of art. Not daily wear.
The Yuzen technique shown in the video is very similar to the Batik technique used by Javanese artisans in Indonesia. They use a type of wax to trace lines and block areas before dying the silk, and once the dye is completed, the hardened wax are broken and removed, exposing the intricate lines underneath. They could even do this step many times that will give the cloth several layers of dyed colours.
I love to see how much care and love is put into traditional Japanese kimono. You can tell they put a little piece of their souls into every one they make. The symbolism and style of traditional Japanese art has always fascinated me. So beautiful!
i was 7 or 8 when i watched a documentary on Japanese culture on television. Since then I was very much in love with Japan and its tradition. I always wanted to own a kimono, thinking how fabulous it is. I never know there's so much detailing and hard work behind it. I love it 😍👍
They should invest money into creating an àpprenticeship school to create a new generation of artisans so this craft never dies out. And if I were them, I would show their Stunning Kimonos during Fashion weeks around the World to attract a whole new appreciation for this Incredible, Wearable Art. Which in turn would create a new audience and buying market!
They're a high end company that makes a ton of money. I know you think it's just a few old people but the craft generates alot of money so it's not going to die out cz people will always want high end kimonos in their country
There are young people learning to do this, but they are not involved with the expensive high quality ones. The masters are, who have done so for very many years, while the young guys are still practising and learning for several years. Learning some of these techniques can take up to 5 to 10 years even, so no really young person will work on an kimono sold for as much as these are.
You do not want a kimono worn by goofy Americans. It’s disrespectful. Like someone dressing up Native American that is not. Showing is one thing…..wearing is another.
@@sshaw4429 You must haven’t been to Japan or a traditional Japanese household. There is an entire industry based on imperialism, and funded by their government, to export Nippon culture. Even if you go to Japan, foreigners are asked if you want to represent traditional culture.
@@sshaw4429 The difference is the Japanese are not soft and triggered by everything. They do not care and they actually want foreigners to wear kimono's to represent their country.
This has to be one of the most beautiful, if not the most beautiful, work of art showcased on this channel. I’m a guy and not interested in fashion, but I love watching and reading about the culture of different countries all around the world. No country or it’s people take as much love and care about their culture as the Japanese do. I just hope the coming generations have the same reverence as their previous generations.
I had no idea about the intricate process involved in making Chiso kimonos! It’s amazing how much attention to detail and skill goes into every single piece. While the price may be steep, it’s definitely worth it for the quality and artistry involved. Thanks for shedding light on the behind-the-scenes of this beautiful craft
wow, these things are so beautiful. its really interesting how much work is put into these kimono. seriously worth the high price tag unlike some other "luxury" brands *cough* supreme *cough*.
If anything, considering that it takes 20 masters of their craft to make a kimono like that, it makes me wonder how much everyone was paid. I'm starting to think that, proportionally to the work involved, the price is a steal (even taking into account conversion to the dollar)
Extraordinary workmanship! My gosh, the patience of these men and women in creating such masterpieces is really out of this world! My compliments to them!
Need a better phrase than "a work of art" because it utterly fails to express just how magnificent those results are. Expensive beyond what I can believe, and yet it honestly seems like they're worth far more.
Very accurate, but I wish they would have mentioned this is like a ball gown in the kimono world, only worn for the most formal occasions, there are lots of more casual everyday kimono as well
They did mention that towards the end, saying other kimonos are less formal, every day wear...so that suggests this is very formal. Also, the cost suggests it.
I have always found these exquisite works of art and this shows why. If I ever came across a exhibit around the states that I could visit it would be toward the top of my list. Thank you for the feature on them!
These are beautiful. I am amazed by how complex and detailed the work put into these is. I'm not Japanese, and I don't know anything about this, but it reminds of all the sewing my grandmother and my great grandmother have done. In the past, most people sewed all of ther own clothes and blankets and everything. In my family, we have a tradition of making quilts. Over twenty years ago, my great grandmother made a big quilt for my mother to have when she was married, and it is made out of hundreds of tiny triangles sewn together. Now I am making a quilt with my mother to continue our family's tradition.
The culture of this nation is… unbelievable! Their traditions kept for centuries, their dedication to their art and craft… The beauty of their crafts… Oh God, I think that they stand out of the rest of the Asian countries, without intention to offend anyone. Japanese people are magnificent! Their language, their philosophy around life, their food, their clothes, their culture… Totally amazed by Nihon🇯🇵❤️❤️❤️ Much love and respect from Hellas🇬🇷 🇬🇷💙🇯🇵
It is so interesting to learn a few things about the designing, dying & SEWING of these gorgeous masterpieces! In an age when so much is made by machine, it is heartwarming to see so much hand work go into these Kimonos. The weeks spent on making them is highly appreciated by the one who receives it. Beautiful work, each one of you!
My japanese friend in college wore a kimono for her graduation that she said cost 30 000 dollars. i almost passed out. IT was absolutely stunning though
My aunt who was born in Japan got to wear her great grandmothers wedding kimono dress and was staggeringly beautiful. The sheer detail was gorgeous! From afar it just looks white/ivory but the closer you get the golden tread an soft yellow of the embroidery sparkle in amazing detail. But I say was because her drug addict steap doughtier stole it an sold it. They luckily got to buy it back as the Pawn shop guy that bought it for 2k had a soul and gave it back. Durring the week she had been trying to sell it, she had let "freinds" frayed it an the bottom was stained in cat piss an/or who knows what else. It even had safety pin holes tears all over. She highly suspected they threw it in a washing machine at one point. But all in all It was soul crushing. She hopes to have it remade incorporating the parts salvageable into a new dress for her daughter.
@@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley Oho, she's not just outta the will she's been cut off financially and has to be five years sober or they don't even want to see at her.
It's truly phenomenal how much work and art goes into kimono making.... The embroidery alone is so difficult, as the silk is so sheer, multiple stitches so close together can tear the silk..... Realising just how valuable my second hand kimonos are now: in terms of the labour and art of each -- more valuable than the money paid for them. So much respect to the artists!!!
What I can’t help but notice is almost all Japanese artisans of traditional crafts are very old. Since Japan has an aging population, it is truly sad how many traditional skills might be lost to time because a new generation of crafts people isn’t there to carry on the art form. It would be a absolute shame for so many beautiful creations from Japan to fade away.
@@marvin19966 .....we're talking about passing down expertise. tradition. mentorship. we dont need these peoples specific dna and we certainly do not need to refer to other human beings as "breeder bodies." you are sick in the head.
Yeah though also keep in mind some traditional crafts can have up to ten year apprenticeships and aren’t super high paying. So not super appealing to most when you can go to college and make more money without dedicating yourself to a niche art.
The price sounds crazy until you realize there are women in America who will pay the same price for a plain white dress just because it's for a wedding and wear it one time
I am absolutely shocked by the amount of handwork that goes into the kimonos. Every step involved in the making of these couture kimonos is a work of art. It's beautiful work, just like the artisans who continue to pass on the ancient practices that somehow preserve their traditions and culture.
They are absolutely beautiful. The skill necessary to produce such beautiful pieces is very impressive. The world is lucky to have such beautiful artists.
Beautiful garments. Like many things in many cultures there is a tendency to discard the old for the new and shiny. Then there is the reality that those who run these types of businesses also can take advantage of these crafts paying next to nothing compared to what the item is selling for.
I would love for you guys to come to New Zealand and film how Korowai are made. A well made Korowai like what Jacinda Ardern wears can fetch up over $20,000 and take six months to make depending on the pattern and materials used.
I've been watching / reading Guardian UK and they've been showcasing fashion from New Zealand and Indigenous Australia. I can tell you how proud I am to see more Indigenous works, in addition to that of my own Indigenous culture. The patterns, the colors, the garments are a feast for the eyes and mind! I'd love to see how Korowai are made.
Why you talk about your own while the topic is about Kimono. Btw you missed that Kimono is not about fetching $$$ though this western show mistakingly glorified the art of making kimono as the price is the key. We don’t care about price first. It’s the intricate design and the time it takes to make one and it’s about one aspect of Japanese culture. We also don’t have shortages of people who don’t appreciate Kimono as this show portrayed. It is after all a western show. The price happens to be the outcome of it. And it’s shameful that this western show portrayed it wrongly, which promoted you to make your own comment as an attention seeker.
@@KittenBowl1 haha go calm your s***. It's a Western-made video, so naturally it's aimed at Westerners and points out the things they'd find interesting. Direct us to some Japanese-made videos instead of shooting down this one.
I was so lucky to purchase one of these kimonos in a op shop in Sydney years back. They had no idea of the value or age. Absolutely stunning it is. My eldest daughter has it.
IMO. (in my opinion) This Japanese Kimono is a priceless piece of art that is as unique as the finger prints of the artisans who created it from the very first stitch. No two are an exact identical of another and are a true one of a kind masterpiece. A thousand years from now this beautiful garment will still be as stunning as the day it was created for its owner to wear proudly. I only wish I could behold its beauty with my own eyes because the video does not do it the justice it deserves. IMO（私の意見では）。 この日本の着物は、一針一針から職人の指紋と同じくらいユニークな、貴重な芸術作品です。 まったく同じものは 2 つとなく、他に類を見ない真の傑作です。 今から千年後、この美しい衣服は、所有者が誇らしげに着用するために作成された日と同じくらい魅力的です. ビデオはそれに値する正義を行っていないので、自分の目でその美しさを見ることができればいいのにと思います.
This is so amazing! Kimonos are so breathtakingly beautiful. This man and his team are truly masters at this beautiful art. As my grandfather used to say, “Keep it up!”
I remember having the privilege of learning some of this process from an artist who apprenticed in japan. Takes months to hand paint and sew by hand. So I made a scarf out of the silk painting and bought fabric for the yukata cause it's harder than it looks to make. and boy to ruin hand painted fabric is heartbreaking. The artist I learned from said he was visiting Japan from Canada and the master was impressed by his art asked him to stay. He thought oh he means like a trades exchange. But the master ment like stay stay to be his apprentice. The artist ended up staying for 5 yrs before returning home.
Japan and its culture is a treasure to this world. Protect it at all cost. I hope the artisans will organize to get paid what their skill is really worth.
@@DENTYUcord Historically speaking, Japan did bomb the US first during WW2. It was the biggest mistake they could have done, considering Hiroshima and the other city we bombed. Their culture is still worth preserving, which I fully agree with. I wasn't born during ww2, but you have to understand... a lot of political strife was going on all around the world at the time. Not just Europe, Russia and Germany and the US.
The symbolism that represents the work of each person to make a single spectacular kimono, no doubt the dedication and effort of the entire team and design team focused on the maximum representation of Japanese culture is valued.
People are starting to realize mass production and consumerism is horrible. Even Film/Plate photography is being revived. Communities just need to hold on till people realize what makes this special. Then the industry will return to pre-2000 levels
I'm really loving this trend of people turning away from mass production and the global societal pressure to intensify our days. Minimalism, the "Lying Flat" movement in China, the "Slow Food" movement in Italy, discussions on "acting your wage" online, you name it. A lot of people are realizing that our way of life isn't sustainable and are trying to adjust accordingly. Uh oh, who put that soap box under me...
Mass production means moderate quality products at lower prices. There's nothing wrong with that. It means more people can enjoy a product without going broke to do so. Not everyone cares enough to save 3k for a pristine kimono when they could buy lower quality one for a tenth of the cost. You say mass production is horrible? I say spending a small fortune on an outfit you'll only wear on rare occasions is truly horrible.
@@BillyBobBeauBenson its more like: am i gonna spend 6 bucks on plastic/polyester shirts, which feel bad on my skin and don't help in the sweaty summer, or 15 on full or half cotton shirts that work for any weather? would i want real wool in my winter coat, or synthetic HOT nylon?
The mount of work, excellence, detail and time that a kimono requires is only one good reason to afford one. All the process is amazing and it's worth showing internationally to make consciousness that many excellent hand-made pieces are being crafted in the other side of the globe and we can promote and spend on them! What a piece of art!
The amount of work and skills I saw here, I'd say $100 k is a bargain, and is just a steal Huge respect for Japanese people for celebrating their traditions, it's truly remarkable
When I lived near Nagasaki I bought nearly 20 silk kimono fabric remnants. Absolutely stunning workmanship. I had several mounted on different shaped wood blocks and framed them. Still one of my most treasures possessions.
it's important to recognize Japan's geographic isolation in keeping these crafts alive. island nations hold tradition longer, and Japan's only goal is to keep exporting its culture for monetary gain. many cultures are not so lucky. if u look carefully geography impacts tradition so heavily. that being said if u come across a vintage kimono / yukata and like it, buy it. it'll probably outlive you
It is astonishing the amount of work involved in crafting these works of art. On the other hand, it is worrying that the number of craft masters is decreasing, so it is important to keep this tradition alive.
With all the LOVE, TIME, SKILL & PASSION put into these kimonos, these artisans absolutely should be Compensated for their talents! It’s worth every cent! 👏👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥🔥
beautiful craftsmanship! I love how the effort and skill that goes into this is emphasized- this is the work of many dedicated people who are all fantastically skilled in their trade.
Omg ! Lots of steps for one kimono, unbelievable, the design are so pretty and with eye catching colors. Then obviously it ll be costly . 💜 from India 🇮🇳
My father explained this process to me when I was little. He knew the chemicals in paint, lacquer and could explain how the paint color, lacquer was made. He had a deep honor in the craftsmanship. I loved listening to him describe what he knew.
I have 7 chiso kimono from my mother in law, which are between 10 000 dollars and 150 000 dollars for 6 of them, the seventh one is worth more than my house in Tokyo. If the house burns i save my cats my dogs and this kimono !
My boyfriend and I would love to buy a couple of kimonos, one day and to be honest, I'm only a quarter Japanese while my boyfriend's full-on Irish so I hope it would not offend anyone in Japan if we did. Kimonos are very, very pretty and I can see why they're usually only worn for formal events.
you will be pleased to know there are many second hand kimono on ebay, there are also many types of informal casual kimono. look into getting a yukata or 2 for for the most casual type. if you want every day wear look into a tsumugi silk "komon" style kimono. I hear that a ton of old kimono just get burned as trash. it use to be the common mans clothes, enjoy the art and history I say, better than going into the trash or dry rotting.
@@TuckTheBlack Neat, thankies. RUclips doesn't usually notify me when someone replies to my comment. And yeah, maybe, one day, kimonos will have a resurgence like any other type of clothing.
Kimonos are beautiful and I hope there is a resurgence of people wearing a piece of their history and carrying it into the future. Traditions are just that for a reason, it joins people together. As well for the artisans who create them.
To preserve the craftsmanship you need to adjust the use of those beautiful fabric and print to fit the modern use too. It can become expensive wallpaper, a part of modern dresses, hand bags, wedding dresses. Not everyone wants to wear kimono but I'm sure that everyone would like to own something made from that fabric. The kimono itself can also survive too.
@@marvin19966 ... generalization ... you can find that in every country ... dont you?! In Germany we love good quality ... but you re not false at all ... that s a long time Ago!
I'm a craftsman in Japan. And let me tell you that unless you own the darn business, those producers will milk you of your talent and energy while compensation is next to nothing. And because those artists usually are proud and passionate or plain very old they don't complain. So if you want the next generation of artist to take interest, "pay us well!"
Im working in Japan and I feel it.
So the ones doing the real job gets peanuts and the business owner gets the lion share?
@@Dimapur yep. This is why we collectively bargain. Otherwise it's 1 big fish (the company) vs many smaller fish (the workers, when not collectively bargaining)
When organized workers can work together and form their own "big fish", they can be on more equal ground with the power dynamics of the company.
We have limited mental capacity to deal with stress, negotaitions, our job, home responsibilities, etc.
Organizing leads to job security, actually decent pay raises, and importantly, less stress! You don't have to worry so much when you can let the collective handle it and chip in as needed.
ミカさん、頑張って。自分の会社を開いて
Agreed !
$10k for this amount of craftsmanship is honestly really affordable. Considering luxury brands charging $1k for a cotton tee
Ikr? Those damn brand names also lack quality
Think of Chiso as a luxury brand for kimono. There are many makers of every day kimono.
the 10k is the lower end of this luxury brand. for those intending to buy it for super formal events, it easily runs much higher than that especially if the client has custom requests
I would only spend that much if I was sure the artists involved in making the thing was getting properly compensated. Because the name is just a lux name but without the artist who actually make these works of art, they are nothing.
I would totally buy one if I could, absolutely worth it!
I think we should have an international events for all the artisans made fabric from around the world to display their hard work and also provide solutions to make sure their workcraft not dying in the future.
Very World's Fair!
I love this idea! I hope there's a project leader willing to take such a project on ^^
A traditional fashion fair...
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Amen 🙌🏾
If you know how it was made then you realize its all worth the money. The craftmanship is unparalled.
you are basically wearing an art piece
I agree a patchwork of genius Artisans continually producing intricate wearable canvases
Magnificent timeless elegance.
Hopefully the artists get a fair share of the pay... but I'm not too hopeful since most businesses leech off huge profits at expense of their workers...
and before anyone tries to say there's difference between high and low skilled jobs that justifies that pattern -- don't even waste ur time. Literally nothing in this world would work the way it does if no one worked a low skilled job. Even those masterful kimonos depended on a regular person with a mere driver's license to deliver the parts safe and responsibly from one artist to another. Without that delivery person, there'd be no kimono, unless there was, guess what, another delivery person. You get the point. Even if drone delivery was well implemented nowadays, I doubt anyone would dare let a flimsy miniature helicopter transport a kimono worth thousands of dollars.
All human hands matter in the making of things and everyone deserves to get paid well enough to live a fulfilling life, no matter how simple the task they're able to execute. Often even the simplest things are the most important anyways. And yet we have massive companies with few execs making bank at cost of all the people who keep the company truly running for the lowest pay legally possible. Pisses me off.
Really hope that's not the case at least for those smaller niche businesses.
Tako
I understand what your saying
Its not a fair deal 😕
Well said I'm in full agreement Sasa 541. 😊
Just to clarify something that kinda bugged me...
You can still wear kimono as an everyday garment through kitsuke, not just for formal occasions.. however like with other clothing items there are levels to formality within kimono. So these uber expensive one's would be for formal occasions but there are also kimono out there for under $100 at secondhand shops also made of cotton and silk that are more comfy, affordable, and meant to be worn more often, or even everyday. I felt like they kinda glossed over this in the 1 mention of it.
It's always bothered me that shows, I assume with good intentions of sharing the craftmanship or whatever, will romanticizes or exoticize Japanese culture in a way that makes it out like everyday people aren't wearing kimono regularly still and that like as Japanese people we want to share kimono with others as long as they can respect it. It's not that other worldly and looking up kitsuke groups online will immediatly show how all kinds of people across the world are wearing kimono.
Learn about kimono, respect kimono and the culture, and wear kimono to the best of your ability with sincerity!
thought those were yukatas and not kimonos
@@robertrijkers947 Yukata are still a kind of kimono. Specifically it is considered a type of kimono worn in summer (also used in bathhouses), with the cotton or polyester blends helping with the hot months. Yukata are typically single layer which makes it way lighter in weight and to help with breathability since you still wear juban (this is the under kimono - functions like a slip). Regardless you can still wear them out in public daily. (There are also like...kimono that aren't yukata but are also for summer too. These are 2 layers which the outer one being sheer and see through and the inter lining being thin. Kinda hard to explain)
Then there are the rest of the "non-yukata" kimono that can also be made of cotton/polyester blends with silk linings. Non-yukata kimono typically will have at least 2 or more layers depending on what season you want to wear them in. While silk is the most common kimono fabric it doesn't mean that non-yukata kimono exclusively wear silk either. And even with the silk range, there are different grades of silk so that a non-yukata kimono could be made from a cheaper silk to still be cheaper than this video says.
In any case, it's nowhere near as expensive or unattainable to have proper kimono as this video makes it out to be. These formal kimono are made more for the artistry, sure, but that doesn't mean that there aren't thousands of shops out there selling legitimate inexpensive kimono of any style.
PS - And actually any fabric you could think of could be used to make a kimono since you can make them yourself with store bought fabric too. There isn't a rule against it as long as it's properly made and worn to the best of your ability and best intentions in mind.
Since my family never passed down our family's heirloom kimono I started buying my own and am planning on making my own at some point.
I got 3 kimono for $102 from a Hokkaido shop online called EngawaJapan. Their store is through Etsy. 1 non-yukata summer kimono, 1 non-yukata cotton kimono with silk linings, 1 full silk kimono with several linings.
Then I got 2 silk juban in both female and male styles for under $75 from two different shops KimonoDreamShop from Kyoto and FlatRiver from Ōsaka.
I've seen even cheaper prices too but I didn't like the pattern on them so I didn't get them.
Basically the tl;dr is that like western dresses there are many different types. Dress is a very broad term and so is kimono.
Specifically yukata would be similar by western standards to a very casual to semi casual "summer dress" (think sundress, maxi, sweatdress, or moomoos) while then other kimono above this can range from as normal as an casual everyday garment (like shirtdresses, kaftans, or midi dresses) up to semiformal and formal (business dresses, prom dresses, bridal dresses).. there are a looot of styles beyond just "yukata" and "kimono" being a catch-all phrase.
Also sorry for the long wall of text. I got lost in the explanation and didn't realize I typed so much on my phone til I hit send 😅
I've just really been invested in my personal journey to know my culture better since I'm Japanese-American and want to pass down as much knowledge as I can when I have kids.
@@Koutouhara I’m Japanese living in Japan. We don’t call Yukata as Kimono. Kimono is not Yukata and Yukata is never Kimono. Yukata is just Yukata. Different kind. Kimono is never worn in summer in 35c weather. We wear Yukata to fireworks and no company advertises Yukata as Kimono ever because kimono means silk or a blend of silk. It’s too hot in summer. It’s impossible to wear silk anything in Japanese summer and no one wears it in summer even my mom who wears kimono often. You come to Japan and tell anyone here Yukata is kimono every Japanese would correct you. Try living in Japan and you can understand more.
Thank you so much for sharing all these precious info, personally I was very captivated by Kimonos since my childhood , by the noble fabric and the beautiful natural colors... It's a peace of art 💗💗👍
As an artist who sees flaws in everything I make...When she says "flowers in their natural state are something she has trouble making" (despite her obvious skill at making kimonos) and despite doing this as her only job for the last 30ish years.... It made me realize no matter how good everyone else thinks you are, an artist will always see the flaws and think their art is so bad no one would ever buy it (even if they were drunk lol)
Why do we artists hate out own work? I think mine is so bad that I haven't posted anything except the first 2 songs I completed... because I can't stop finding flaws in my new stuff
I am not trying to discourage you, but even though a typical critic won't see any flaws in our work, there will always be a time when an expert will seriously judge it if it is to make the top cut. Obviously, there are times when we are nitpicking, but some amount of self-criticism is necessary, I think.
I think it takes a certain level of delusion in order to be truly good at something. you need to be able to sometimes think: people will like this, and in those moments you should put out your stuff. no great artist ever became that way by never finishing anything
Even "masters" can find issues with their work. I personally feel the day I can't find something to improve in my craft I need to hang up the brush because I obviously lost some part of me that was intrensic to my art.
I've dealt with work by ppl who can no longer see anything they could improve and once that happens the quality and beauty of their work begins to slip.
the flaws are what make it human art. If you could just perfectly render things, what would be the point? I am sure there are people just waiting for you to post again.
Everyone does say that I'm really good at drawing however i hate my work because i always remember that there's someone better than me out there.
I can see the imperfections of my art cause i know where i messed up that makes me hate it 😩
“Simple sketch”, next shot, extremely detailed drawing that would probably taken days to make.
as an artist, i would KILL to draw like that
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@@Mortarman0341 😅😅😊
Wow very keen observation that it takes days to make! Did you realize that when they said it directly in the video? Thanks for restating it for us though! You're soooooo smart and helpful
As a dressmaker this is true beauty and a true piece of art, lets hope this never dies out so stunning.
I would be terrified to wear one. It's an actual work of art, worthy of being displayed on the wall like a fine painting. I would be so heart-broken to wear one and find that some embroidery had come loose, or that something had fallen on me and stained the fabric. But at the same time, it would feel such a shame to _not_ wear it, because they are so beautiful, I would feel compelled to share it with others, and to let its purpose of being a fine kimono be fulfilled. How conflicted it makes me feel!
Flaws that occur during active wear may add character, making the kimono even more unique 😊
I couldn't wear it because if anyone in my vicinity dared to walk by with food or drink, I'd probably panic so much I'd throw up or pass out onto the dirty floor LOL
I totally agree! I'm always scared to put on nice clothes because I don't want to get my sweat or oils on it.
Wearing it makes it beautiful. I would love to wear one
How can you wash and clean them?
Prior to the pandemic I came across a company in Kyoto Japan which sells guitar straps made from recycled Kimono/Obi. These are heirloom quality, singularly unique, and functioning works of art. “The Singing Crane”
Can you remember where or the name of the ship? That sounds like a good gift for guitar, bass or other-similar-instruments-with-strap players 😮
The company is called “The Singing Crane”. They have a website and ship internationally. A little pricey but worth it in my opinion.
A bespoke suit can cost as much as $5K; if I could afford it, I would have a bespoke kimono as well. As a trained tailor, this garment and the workmanship involved is similar in the care taken and the handwork involved. I hope this fabric/garment artistry never dies out!
People will never get tired of wearing beautiful things. And the only thing better then a work of art is a work of craft. Appreciation for craft can turn a simple jacket into something someone will treasure for the rest of their life!
@@AnIdiotsLantern totally agree! If I could afford it, I'd definitely go for a bespoke kimono. I saw a wedding set at an auction several years ago. The pattern was Chrysanthemum and both were marked at $300. Something about them told me someone had no idea what these kimonos were worth. They were embroidered, beautifully patterned but I felt they were undervalued.
@Joan-Maria Brooks If you are a tailor, you could probably learn to make kimono. I have couple of tailor friends who are, and a trained kimono tailor in my area. They keep telling me it’s mostly straight lines. There is a RUclips channel by Billy Matsunaga who teaches kimono sewing.
I made a bespoke tailor jacket once for a woman. It was my first and only. The amount of work that went into it was very interesting and I found the task to be meditative but there isn't too much demand for a woman's bespoke tailored suit jacket
@@JaRule6 I might agree with you, as I've also trained in mens and women's tailoring but I also work in law and that's where I see a lot of bespoke garments. I only work in large firms (I temp); when the first year lawyers are hired, one of the things they are told about is the high end stuff ie., patronize Elizabeth Arden salon for spa and other treatments, where good tailors can be found to do RTW or bespoke garments, etc. There are two tailor shops near the firm I work at. I do most of my own garments and I always need a suit jacket.
I am absolutely STUNNED by the amount of handwork that goes into these kimonos. Each step involved in the making of these high end kimonos are individual works of art.
So beautiful that these artisans are continuing and passing on the ancient practices when so many of us today buy such quick, “slapped together” clothing.
I cannot say enough good things about this craft. Such beauty and elegance. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
we have had many exchange students live at our place over the years ranging from the ages of 10 to 70. one day we had a retired school teacher from Japan came to vancouver as an exchange student. she was 69. at that age she tells amazing stories. she recalled as a child here great grandmother wearing one of those outfits. over the years her mother inherited it and just before her mother passed away she told her that it took 13 months to complete the outfit. take in mind it was over 100 years old by this time and she said it fit like it was brand new. now she has passed it on to her daughter. 4 generation's later it still stands the test of time. thanks for the video.
in Japan everything takes time because they care about quality.
@Tilltheend. Wow! It sound like you’ve had amazing guest & awesome conversations with very interesting people!!
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It’s amazing how skilled these artists are. The beauty and hard work that goes into making these beautiful Kimonos is on another level. It’s worth whatever they charge and more. Absolutely beautiful
As someone who does cross stitch art I can appreciate this. Many people simply do not understand the time and effort I’ve put into some of my most beloved pieces. Some of my larger pieces took me a long time to complete but I did not work on them constantly. I’d take breaks and work on things that would give me instant gratification such as sewing projects. These are beautiful works of art. Not daily wear.
The Yuzen technique shown in the video is very similar to the Batik technique used by Javanese artisans in Indonesia. They use a type of wax to trace lines and block areas before dying the silk, and once the dye is completed, the hardened wax are broken and removed, exposing the intricate lines underneath. They could even do this step many times that will give the cloth several layers of dyed colours.
the amount of effort these artisans put in to make these beautiful kimonos is a lot
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I love to see how much care and love is put into traditional Japanese kimono. You can tell they put a little piece of their souls into every one they make. The symbolism and style of traditional Japanese art has always fascinated me. So beautiful!
i was 7 or 8 when i watched a documentary on Japanese culture on television. Since then I was very much in love with Japan and its tradition. I always wanted to own a kimono, thinking how fabulous it is. I never know there's so much detailing and hard work behind it. I love it 😍👍
While it all boils down to “It’s all handmade and the base material is scarce”, I really enjoy watching the process of these things being made
it's not pointless though, a lot of this can't be replicated by machine. you're not just buying handmade for the sake of it
The sheer beauty of what these amazing artisans can create rendered me speechless...
It's brings tears to my eyes.
I legit think kimono is the most beautiful clothing piece to exist. Not a single dress or costume ever can compare. Sheer elegance and beauty.
I am very impressed and happy to see that there are still people who love putting effort and skill into anything. Please Japan, don't ever change.
Well the should change every country should but only fix what's broken
its so cool seeing how so many people are working together to create one masterpiece
They should invest money into creating an àpprenticeship school to create a new generation of artisans so this craft never dies out. And if I were them, I would show their Stunning Kimonos during Fashion weeks around the World to attract a whole new appreciation for this Incredible, Wearable Art. Which in turn would create a new audience and buying market!
They're a high end company that makes a ton of money. I know you think it's just a few old people but the craft generates alot of money so it's not going to die out cz people will always want high end kimonos in their country
There are young people learning to do this, but they are not involved with the expensive high quality ones. The masters are, who have done so for very many years, while the young guys are still practising and learning for several years. Learning some of these techniques can take up to 5 to 10 years even, so no really young person will work on an kimono sold for as much as these are.
You do not want a kimono worn by goofy Americans. It’s disrespectful. Like someone dressing up Native American that is not. Showing is one thing…..wearing is another.
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You must haven’t been to Japan or a traditional Japanese household.
There is an entire industry based on imperialism, and funded by their government, to export Nippon culture. Even if you go to Japan, foreigners are asked if you want to represent traditional culture.
@@sshaw4429 The difference is the Japanese are not soft and triggered by everything. They do not care and they actually want foreigners to wear kimono's to represent their country.
This has to be one of the most beautiful, if not the most beautiful, work of art showcased on this channel. I’m a guy and not interested in fashion, but I love watching and reading about the culture of different countries all around the world. No country or it’s people take as much love and care about their culture as the Japanese do. I just hope the coming generations have the same reverence as their previous generations.
A collab between master artisans and a truly stunning result.
I had no idea about the intricate process involved in making Chiso kimonos! It’s amazing how much attention to detail and skill goes into every single piece. While the price may be steep, it’s definitely worth it for the quality and artistry involved. Thanks for shedding light on the behind-the-scenes of this beautiful craft
wow, these things are so beautiful. its really interesting how much work is put into these kimono. seriously worth the high price tag unlike some other "luxury" brands *cough* supreme *cough*.
1 plain shirt, printed SUPREME on the chest, and now it costs 500$. Doesnt make any sense. Only the super rich or dumbs buy those things, lol.
If anything, considering that it takes 20 masters of their craft to make a kimono like that, it makes me wonder how much everyone was paid. I'm starting to think that, proportionally to the work involved, the price is a steal (even taking into account conversion to the dollar)
Extraordinary workmanship! My gosh, the patience of these men and women in creating such masterpieces is really out of this world! My compliments to them!
Need a better phrase than "a work of art" because it utterly fails to express just how magnificent those results are. Expensive beyond what I can believe, and yet it honestly seems like they're worth far more.
Very accurate, but I wish they would have mentioned this is like a ball gown in the kimono world, only worn for the most formal occasions, there are lots of more casual everyday kimono as well
They did mention that towards the end, saying other kimonos are less formal, every day wear...so that suggests this is very formal. Also, the cost suggests it.
Said it at the beginning too
Didn't they mention That.??
They did... Twice
they mentioned it like twice........
I was fortunate to buy 3 older wedding kimonos while living in Japan. Beautifully made, the craftsmanship stunning.
the amount of work that goes into these beautiful kimono just amazes me. it's really a team effort.
I have always found these exquisite works of art and this shows why. If I ever came across a exhibit around the states that I could visit it would be toward the top of my list. Thank you for the feature on them!
These artisans / artists are not only Japan's but the world's treasures. May they prosper and pass on their skills from generation to generation.
These are beautiful. I am amazed by how complex and detailed the work put into these is. I'm not Japanese, and I don't know anything about this, but it reminds of all the sewing my grandmother and my great grandmother have done. In the past, most people sewed all of ther own clothes and blankets and everything. In my family, we have a tradition of making quilts. Over twenty years ago, my great grandmother made a big quilt for my mother to have when she was married, and it is made out of hundreds of tiny triangles sewn together. Now I am making a quilt with my mother to continue our family's tradition.
The culture of this nation is… unbelievable!
Their traditions kept for centuries, their dedication to their art and craft…
The beauty of their crafts…
Oh God, I think that they stand out of the rest of the Asian countries, without intention to offend anyone.
Japanese people are magnificent!
Their language, their philosophy around life, their food, their clothes, their culture…
Totally amazed by Nihon🇯🇵❤️❤️❤️
Much love and respect from Hellas🇬🇷
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And the humility of the Japanese people… it’s admirable
@@BurdenofTheMighty yes! They are so calm and peaceful and humble.
Japan always amazed me with their focus on craftsmanship, totally in love with this country
their artisans are incredible !
Imagine creating your own pantone pallet and then memorizing the pigment ratios for each color
It is so interesting to learn a few things about the designing, dying & SEWING of these gorgeous masterpieces! In an age when so much is made by machine, it is heartwarming to see so much hand work go into these Kimonos. The weeks spent on making them is highly appreciated by the one who receives it. Beautiful work, each one of you!
My japanese friend in college wore a kimono for her graduation that she said cost 30 000 dollars. i almost passed out. IT was absolutely stunning though
Shoot oh shoot shoot I pass out too I'll be out for a couple days I see a sticker price like that
My aunt who was born in Japan got to wear her great grandmothers wedding kimono dress and was staggeringly beautiful. The sheer detail was gorgeous! From afar it just looks white/ivory but the closer you get the golden tread an soft yellow of the embroidery sparkle in amazing detail. But I say was because her drug addict steap doughtier stole it an sold it. They luckily got to buy it back as the Pawn shop guy that bought it for 2k had a soul and gave it back.
Durring the week she had been trying to sell it, she had let "freinds" frayed it an the bottom was stained in cat piss an/or who knows what else. It even had safety pin holes tears all over. She highly suspected they threw it in a washing machine at one point.
But all in all It was soul crushing. She hopes to have it remade incorporating the parts salvageable into a new dress for her daughter.
Wow, disgusting behavior. I hope your family disowned her for that. Truly terrible
If I were the step-mother, guess who's not getting anything in my will 😅 But that's truly awful. I hope it can be restored.
That’s really really sad and unfortunate. I hope she’s able to do something beautiful with it.
This was a heart breaking story to read.
@@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley Oho, she's not just outta the will she's been cut off financially and has to be five years sober or they don't even want to see at her.
These things are amazing when you see them in a kimono store. Even the machine woven and dyed/printed fabrics are amazing.
It's truly phenomenal how much work and art goes into kimono making.... The embroidery alone is so difficult, as the silk is so sheer, multiple stitches so close together can tear the silk..... Realising just how valuable my second hand kimonos are now: in terms of the labour and art of each -- more valuable than the money paid for them. So much respect to the artists!!!
What I can’t help but notice is almost all Japanese artisans of traditional crafts are very old.
Since Japan has an aging population, it is truly sad how many traditional skills might be lost to time because a new generation of crafts people isn’t there to carry on the art form.
It would be a absolute shame for so many beautiful creations from Japan to fade away.
Maybe you could let the old people impregnate breeder bodies to let the craft scene survive?
@@marvin19966 tf are you talking about?
@@catboyedgeworth2469 new life from old blood
@@marvin19966 .....we're talking about passing down expertise. tradition. mentorship. we dont need these peoples specific dna and we certainly do not need to refer to other human beings as "breeder bodies." you are sick in the head.
Yeah though also keep in mind some traditional crafts can have up to ten year apprenticeships and aren’t super high paying. So not super appealing to most when you can go to college and make more money without dedicating yourself to a niche art.
keep this artform alive
how magical!
The price sounds crazy until you realize there are women in America who will pay the same price for a plain white dress just because it's for a wedding and wear it one time
I am absolutely shocked by the amount of handwork that goes into the kimonos. Every step involved in the making of these couture kimonos is a work of art.
It's beautiful work, just like the artisans who continue to pass on the ancient practices that somehow preserve their traditions and culture.
I am American but I adore the Beauty of the art of the Kimono. I have 2 that I love.
They are absolutely beautiful. The skill necessary to produce such beautiful pieces is very impressive. The world is lucky to have such beautiful artists.
Beautiful garments. Like many things in many cultures there is a tendency to discard the old for the new and shiny. Then there is the reality that those who run these types of businesses also can take advantage of these crafts paying next to nothing compared to what the item is selling for.
I would love for you guys to come to New Zealand and film how Korowai are made. A well made Korowai like what Jacinda Ardern wears can fetch up over $20,000 and take six months to make depending on the pattern and materials used.
I've been watching / reading Guardian UK and they've been showcasing fashion from New Zealand and Indigenous Australia. I can tell you how proud I am to see more Indigenous works, in addition to that of my own Indigenous culture. The patterns, the colors, the garments are a feast for the eyes and mind! I'd love to see how Korowai are made.
Why you talk about your own while the topic is about Kimono. Btw you missed that Kimono is not about fetching $$$ though this western show mistakingly glorified the art of making kimono as the price is the key. We don’t care about price first. It’s the intricate design and the time it takes to make one and it’s about one aspect of Japanese culture. We also don’t have shortages of people who don’t appreciate Kimono as this show portrayed. It is after all a western show. The price happens to be the outcome of it. And it’s shameful that this western show portrayed it wrongly, which promoted you to make your own comment as an attention seeker.
@@KittenBowl1 Dude, I was making a suggestion for a possible future show. Chill.
@@KittenBowl1 haha go calm your s***. It's a Western-made video, so naturally it's aimed at Westerners and points out the things they'd find interesting. Direct us to some Japanese-made videos instead of shooting down this one.
Amazingly beautiful ❤️
May the young Japanese would keep this incredible work till the end of the world.
I honestly admire the Japanese way of doing things and how they approach their work, always wanting to improve and being thorough.
I Like Their Way Of Doing Things As Well Because It Makes People More Creative And Wiser Over Time
The artwork on the kimonos is simply stunning.
I was so lucky to purchase one of these kimonos in a op shop in Sydney years back. They had no idea of the value or age. Absolutely stunning it is. My eldest daughter has it.
IMO. (in my opinion) This Japanese Kimono is a priceless piece of art that is as unique as the finger prints of the artisans who created it from the very first stitch. No two are an exact identical of another and are a true one of a kind masterpiece. A thousand years from now this beautiful garment will still be as stunning as the day it was created for its owner to wear proudly. I only wish I could behold its beauty with my own eyes because the video does not do it the justice it deserves.
IMO（私の意見では）。 この日本の着物は、一針一針から職人の指紋と同じくらいユニークな、貴重な芸術作品です。 まったく同じものは 2 つとなく、他に類を見ない真の傑作です。 今から千年後、この美しい衣服は、所有者が誇らしげに着用するために作成された日と同じくらい魅力的です. ビデオはそれに値する正義を行っていないので、自分の目でその美しさを見ることができればいいのにと思います.
Unsung heroes of the silk trade.
This is so amazing! Kimonos are so breathtakingly beautiful. This man and his team are truly masters at this beautiful art. As my grandfather used to say, “Keep it up!”
My god, they're stunning. And the skill involved is just amazing.
I remember having the privilege of learning some of this process from an artist who apprenticed in japan.
Takes months to hand paint and sew by hand. So I made a scarf out of the silk painting and bought fabric for the yukata cause it's harder than it looks to make. and boy to ruin hand painted fabric is heartbreaking.
The artist I learned from said he was visiting Japan from Canada and the master was impressed by his art asked him to stay.
He thought oh he means like a trades exchange.
But the master ment like stay stay to be his apprentice. The artist ended up staying for 5 yrs before returning home.
Such a detailed fabric drawings and painting i have never seen today in my life. What a Level. No match.
Japan and its culture is a treasure to this world. Protect it at all cost. I hope the artisans will organize to get paid what their skill is really worth.
No they bombed us
@@marvin19966 you mean America right?
I trust that Japan will. I have worked with some kimono makers in the past, and they really want to expand into foreign markets.
@@DENTYUcord Historically speaking, Japan did bomb the US first during WW2. It was the biggest mistake they could have done, considering Hiroshima and the other city we bombed. Their culture is still worth preserving, which I fully agree with. I wasn't born during ww2, but you have to understand... a lot of political strife was going on all around the world at the time. Not just Europe, Russia and Germany and the US.
Japan is superior to America in every important way. America is the joke of the world, the experimented ones. America forced war upon Japan.
Poor guy. I know he loves his job. I hope he gets to relax soon. Thank you for your art and talent ❤️ Absolutely gorgeous
The symbolism that represents the work of each person to make a single spectacular kimono, no doubt the dedication and effort of the entire team and design team focused on the maximum representation of Japanese culture is valued.
I have to admit this is incredible. Details and the rightful pride these men and woman have, and they still are very humble.
People are starting to realize mass production and consumerism is horrible.
Even Film/Plate photography is being revived. Communities just need to hold on till people realize what makes this special.
Then the industry will return to pre-2000 levels
I'm really loving this trend of people turning away from mass production and the global societal pressure to intensify our days. Minimalism, the "Lying Flat" movement in China, the "Slow Food" movement in Italy, discussions on "acting your wage" online, you name it. A lot of people are realizing that our way of life isn't sustainable and are trying to adjust accordingly.
Uh oh, who put that soap box under me...
Mass production means moderate quality products at lower prices. There's nothing wrong with that. It means more people can enjoy a product without going broke to do so. Not everyone cares enough to save 3k for a pristine kimono when they could buy lower quality one for a tenth of the cost. You say mass production is horrible? I say spending a small fortune on an outfit you'll only wear on rare occasions is truly horrible.
@@oliviaw.2842 oh no
@@BillyBobBeauBenson its more like: am i gonna spend 6 bucks on plastic/polyester shirts, which feel bad on my skin and don't help in the sweaty summer, or 15 on full or half cotton shirts that work for any weather? would i want real wool in my winter coat, or synthetic HOT nylon?
The mount of work, excellence, detail and time that a kimono requires is only one good reason to afford one. All the process is amazing and it's worth showing internationally to make consciousness that many excellent hand-made pieces are being crafted in the other side of the globe and we can promote and spend on them! What a piece of art!
The amount of work and skills I saw here, I'd say $100 k is a bargain, and is just a steal
Huge respect for Japanese people for celebrating their traditions, it's truly remarkable
Thank you for this beautiful art. I hope it will always be available.
I have tremendous respect and admiration for these artists. Truly outstanding 👏
Magnificent, it's so sad we will lose all these skills. I hope they can find people to train to carry on.
These artisans are incredibly astoundingly talented and dedicated!!! The precision and overwhelming beauty is hard to wrap my head around.
When I lived near Nagasaki I bought nearly 20 silk kimono fabric remnants. Absolutely stunning workmanship. I had several mounted on different shaped wood blocks and framed them. Still one of my most treasures possessions.
it's important to recognize Japan's geographic isolation in keeping these crafts alive. island nations hold tradition longer, and Japan's only goal is to keep exporting its culture for monetary gain. many cultures are not so lucky. if u look carefully geography impacts tradition so heavily. that being said if u come across a vintage kimono / yukata and like it, buy it. it'll probably outlive you
I’ve seen these Kimonos up close. Incredible does begin to describe it.
Love the Japanese tradition and art work. People are hard working and take pride on their work. No complain.
They deserve praise for their hardwork. Literally creating a work of art♥️♥️👏👍
Kimono is not only formal :) there are many casual and fashionable styles as well :)
It is astonishing the amount of work involved in crafting these works of art. On the other hand, it is worrying that the number of craft masters is decreasing, so it is important to keep this tradition alive.
Incredible. I'd love a silk kimono what a beautiful and functional thing.
With all the LOVE, TIME, SKILL & PASSION put into these kimonos, these artisans absolutely should be Compensated for their talents! It’s worth every cent! 👏👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥🔥
Finally CHISO Kimono getting covered by Business Insider, woah!
beautiful craftsmanship! I love how the effort and skill that goes into this is emphasized- this is the work of many dedicated people who are all fantastically skilled in their trade.
I love this their culture is thriving off of interest in these
Omg ! Lots of steps for one kimono, unbelievable, the design are so pretty and with eye catching colors. Then obviously it ll be costly . 💜 from India 🇮🇳
True master pieces. If I had money, I'd get one of these rather than a painting. Mind blowing beauty.
My father explained this process to me when I was little. He knew the chemicals in paint, lacquer and could explain how the paint color, lacquer was made. He had a deep honor in the craftsmanship.
I loved listening to him describe what he knew.
What a great series by Business Insider! I have enjoyed, and been impressed by, all of the episodes. Craftsmanship!
I have 7 chiso kimono from my mother in law, which are between 10 000 dollars and 150 000 dollars for 6 of them, the seventh one is worth more than my house in Tokyo. If the house burns i save my cats my dogs and this kimono !
My boyfriend and I would love to buy a couple of kimonos, one day and to be honest, I'm only a quarter Japanese while my boyfriend's full-on Irish so I hope it would not offend anyone in Japan if we did. Kimonos are very, very pretty and I can see why they're usually only worn for formal events.
you will be pleased to know there are many second hand kimono on ebay, there are also many types of informal casual kimono. look into getting a yukata or 2 for for the most casual type. if you want every day wear look into a tsumugi silk "komon" style kimono. I hear that a ton of old kimono just get burned as trash. it use to be the common mans clothes, enjoy the art and history I say, better than going into the trash or dry rotting.
@@TuckTheBlack Neat, thankies. RUclips doesn't usually notify me when someone replies to my comment. And yeah, maybe, one day, kimonos will have a resurgence like any other type of clothing.
@@nuadha5868 they actually have had a resurgence. Look up “kimono hime”. Daily wear kimono is definitely a current thing.
Whenever you take culture and art and put them together it create a beautiful masterpiece that is worth every penny..just beautiful
This is the kind of work normal Luxury Brands want to trick you into thinking they put into their products.
Kimonos are beautiful and I hope there is a resurgence of people wearing a piece of their history and carrying it into the future. Traditions are just that for a reason, it joins people together. As well for the artisans who create them.
To preserve the craftsmanship you need to adjust the use of those beautiful fabric and print to fit the modern use too. It can become expensive wallpaper, a part of modern dresses, hand bags, wedding dresses. Not everyone wants to wear kimono but I'm sure that everyone would like to own something made from that fabric.
The kimono itself can also survive too.
I got lost in RUclipss rabbit hole and ended up here and I'll admit I was quite fascinated by the process of making a kimono 👘
Im from Germany and absolutely loving this craftmanship. Its gorgeous art and skill 👌🏻👏🏻🙏🏻👍🏻
Yes you do like efficiency in exploiting workers, don't you
@@marvin19966 ... generalization ... you can find that in every country ... dont you?! In Germany we love good quality ... but you re not false at all ... that s a long time Ago!
@@Tobilikethis I will thank you for bombarding Rotterdam though, please do that again soon
To say that Japanese are perfectionists is an UNDERSTATEMENT!!