Blog: Vintage Japanese Kimono Culture News
New Product: Lot of 5 Vintage Japanese Michiyuki (Cardigan Style)Kimono Coats
August 29, 2026 • Yoko Lewis
110-MICH-5: Lot of 5: US$115.00 Plus ShippingGo to Product Page A michiyuki (éčĄ) is a traditional Japanese outer coat worn over a kimono, primarily by women. Vintage examples are especially common from the TaishĹ through ShĹwa periods, and many surviving pieces date roughly from the 1930s through the 1970s. The easiest way to recognize a michiyuki is by its distinctive squared or rectangular neckline and closed front. It usually fastens with covered buttons, snaps, or concealed closures. Museums describe this square neckline and buttoned front as characteristic features of the garment. The name is associated with going out or traveling:...
Announcing New Promotional Giveaways at YokoDana.com
May 02, 2026 • Yoko Lewis
For this promotion, the giveaway items will be beautiful handmade purses/handbags crafted from vintage Japanese silk obi fabric. These pieces are made in Japan by our family and trusted artisans, including Yokoâs master-quilter sister, Fumi. Bags retail value will be US$35 -US$75.
U.S. Postal Service Announces Transportation-Related, "Time-Limited" 8% Price Change
April 28, 2026 • Yoko Lewis
We got the following from our e-commerce platform provider and are passing it on. Note that this is a "time-limited" price increase in 4 grades of service: Starting April 26, 2026, USPS is raising prices by 8% on select shipping services to address rising transportation costs. The increase runs through January 17, 2027.   The following services will be affected: Priority Mail Express Priority Mail USPS Ground Advantage Parcel Select  No other products or services will be affected....  We will be looking to see how this affects costs for our bulk kimono packages'Ground Advantage shipments to more...
For International Customers: Major Discounted Shipping w/ GlobalPost
March 14, 2026 • Yoko Lewis
International Shipping with GlobalPost Attention customers outside the USA: We offer significantly discounted international shipping to many countries through GlobalPost. Unfortunately, our checkout does not offer this. To get this discount you need to contact us before ordering. Details are below: To receive the reduced shipping rate, please use one of the following two options: Option 1 â Request a Shipping Quote This is the recommended option. Email us the product numbers and quantities you would like to purchase. Send your email to: (Not a link)Subject line: GlobalPost â (Your Country) Please include: Your full shipping name Your shipping address...
Guest Blog: Chocolate Factotum, Kae Warnock, "Meisen - The Fabric, the Vision"
October 11, 2025 • Yoko Lewis
We are pleased to share the blog of a customer, expert Kae Warnock: Chocolate Factotum: Meisen â The Fabric, the Vision Above: Meisen geometric pattern - author's collection  Before the early 20th century, most decorative kimonos were custom-made for clients and could take months or longer to create, making them expensive. During the late Taisho era, looms were mechanized, which helped weavers produce silk fabric more quickly and cheaply, making it readily available to a wider audience rather than just those who could afford it. Meisen kimono fabric provided access to brightly colored, one-of-a-kind pieces at accessible pricesâŚ.(To see full...