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Learn how to take care of SAKURA KIMONO

Even though it is made of 100% pure silk, it is easy to care for.

So you can rest assured.

SAKURA KIMONO was created to enable anyone anywhere in the world to enjoy traditional Japanese kimonos lightly for a long time. SAKURA KIMONO was born out of such needs. So you can rest assured.

SAKURA KIMONO is characterized by its powerful water-repellent processing. The water-repellent finish applied to SAKURA KIMONO is a special permeation process that allows chemicals to penetrate deep into each fiber. This provides a high level of water repellency and protects your kimono from various stains.

Although the water-repellent finish makes it safe to wear, we recommend that you make it a habit to take care of your kimono after taking it off in order to enjoy it for a long time. 100% silk SAKURA KIMONO has a long service life, and even vintage kimonos from 30-40 years ago are still in use. It is a sustainable garment that can be worn by parents and children for three generations, so with care it will last a lifetime.

To enjoy SAKURA KIMONO for a long time, please practice the following care instructions. By doing so, you can maintain the beauty of your kimono and continue to wear it comfortably. Let’s master the easy care method by yourself while learning from the video..

Easy care of SAKURA KIMONO

Measures to take depending on the stain.

After taking off SAKURA KIMONO

01. DAILY CARE

When there is no dirt

1.Put it on a hanger.

2.Dusting.

Dust it with a hog's hair or cashmere brush. Remove dust with a pig hair or cashmere brush. If you do not have one, you can use a velvet or velvet cloth or an unused cosmetic puff.

3.Check for dirt.

Check for sweat and food stains and dirt, focusing on the collar, body, and hem, which are easily stained.
Deal with them as soon as you notice them.

4.Dry it in the shade on a hanger.

[ about 1 to 2 hours, overnight at most ]
This removes moisture, prevents mildew and removes wrinkles.
To prevent the garment from losing its shape, dry it overnight at most.
Deal with them as soon as you notice them.

When sweating

01. Mist sweaty areas (collar, armpits, back, back of knees, etc.) with water.

02. Leave for a while to raise invisible sweat stains.

03. Wipe off with a dry towel.

Do not rub at this time.

Gently pat it dry and let it absorb water.

04. Once dry, daily care is complete.

If you find a stain

02. SPOT CARE

The care method differs depending on the type of stain. Water-based or Oil-based stain.

Oil stains

stains on collar and cuffs, foundation, etc.

Place a towel under the stained area.

Soak another dry towel with plenty of volatile oil (benzene) and press the stained area with the towel to dissolve the stain.

Then, soak another towel with benzene and blot the stain. Repeat this procedure as necessary.

Dry the cleaned area with a hair dryer. When using volatile oil, make sure there is no fire and provide adequate ventilation.

_{When if the entire surface becomes dirty}

03. DRY CLEANING

If the overall soiling has become dirty, it is recommended to send the garment for dry cleaning.
However, frequent dry cleaning may also reduce the water repellent effect, so daily care should be taken as often as possible.

Even water repellent finishes can stain!

Beware of darkly pigmented, hot foods and chemicals!

Particular attention should be paid to foods that are hot and darkly pigmented, such as hot coffee, wine, curry, etc. Also, be careful with dyes containing chemicals such as ink, magic markers, India ink, some cosmetics, and lipstick.
These can penetrate deeply into the fabric and may cause stains even if the fabric has been treated with a water repellent finish, so please be very careful.

Easy care of SAKURA KIMONO

Precautions

Ironing (when wrinkles are not removed after drying in shade)

Wrinkles can be ironed out in places where they are noticeable. However, ironing should be used only as a last resort and only if the wrinkles cannot be removed even after drying in the shade. The heat of the iron may discolor the fabric, and if it is applied to gold or silver threads or gold leaf areas, it will discolor them, so be sure to apply the iron from the reverse side of the kimono with a “protective cloth. Do not use a steam iron as it will cause the fabric to shrink. Also, if wrinkles remain even after drying in the shade, the kimono may have sweat on it, so try again to remove sweat stains by referring to “If you sweat”.

Humidity is the enemy of kimono made of silk!

Please avoid storing SAKURA KIMONO in a humid place. There are three reasons.
❶ Shrinkage (shrinkage)
Natural fibers such as silk and hair tend to shrink.
❷ Mold
Mildew occurs when there is moisture. If it gets worse, it can cause discoloration and even weaken the fabric, causing holes.
❸ Other problems
Many other problems, such as rust, pattern transfer to other places, discoloration, and various other problems are often caused by moisture.

Prevent mold by drying in the shade regularly

Even water-repellent SAKURA KIMONO may become moldy, yellowish, or shrink depending on the condition after wearing or storage.
We recommend regular shade-drying and breezing 2-3 times a year, especially in humid houses. This will remove moisture and prolong the life of the kimono.