M KIMONO sewing lessons
M KIMONO is an online kimono sewing school that wishes to share the joy of sewing with people around the world.
The videos provide knowledge on cutting fabric, marking, sewing, and sizing necessary for kimono sewing. We also work to promote Japanese culture by conveying the essence of uniquely Japanese techniques such as sewing all processes by hand, methods of not cutting off seam allowances, and changing from kimono to haori tailoring.
For those who want to enjoy Japanese kimono sewing as a hobby.
M KIMONO will help you. We will lead you to understand the technical names and sewing methods necessary for sewing kimonos through videos and blog explanations.
For those who wish to learn Japanese kimono sewing in languages other than Japanese
We transmit kimono sewing not only in Japanese but also in English. Since a genuine Japanese person teaches in English, please forgive me if my usage may be incorrect.
For those who want to learn sewing in Japanese
All videos and documents, as well as explanatory articles on our blog, are available in both English and Japanese. Click here to visit the Japanese website.
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Video On Demand
36 videos of the entire process of sewing a yukata in 24 steps are available for a fee.
Public Video
You cannot see the sequence of steps to sew a kimono, but you can see how to sew a part of it.
Video Commentary Article
Provide explanations of parts of the video that cannot be understood only by the video and tips for a nicely finished.
VIDEO COLLECTION
When sewing a kimono, the entire process is sewn by hand. Basic hand sewing practice and partial stitches method can be viewed free of charge.
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Sewing note
Rules for Seam Allowance : Kimono Sewing Rules
There are rules on how to turn the seam allowance for backstitching, side stitching, and okumi stitching. The rule applies to women’s kimonos, men’s kimonos and children’s kimonos. The same rule applies to all types of kimono (yukata, Hitoe-kimono and awase-kimono), nagajuban, haori (Japanese traditional coat), and kimono coats. The […]-
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Basic sewing method
Basic of hand sewing : Kaeshibari and Itoshigoki
Next to the Unshin, the basics of hand sewing that you should learn are the “Kaeshibari at the first and the last seam” and “Itoshigoki”.Here, I would like to explain the series of steps.*Kaeshibari = Backstitch Video Basic Steps for Hand Sewing Video Collection M KIMONO online store Sewing Technique […]-
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Single Thread and Double Thread : Kimono Sewing Terms Glossary
WASAI, the traditional way of sewing kimono, is done by hand without using a sewing machine. Here, I explain the threads used for sewing, ” single thread ” and “double thread”. Single Thread and Double Thread Basically, sew with single thread. Double thread is used only when you want to […]-
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What is “ Kise ”：Kimono Sewing Terms Glossary
Closed seams and open seams are the two most common types of seams used in sewing, not only for kimonos, and are given different names depending on how the seam allowance is handled. In kimono sewing, closed seams with “kise” are the basic type of seams. Here I would like […]-
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How to make “chikara-Nuno” for attaching to Kataaki Part 2
In addition to small “mikazuki”, you may also see kimonos with long, thin stay cloth.In this time, I will show you how to make such a thin stay cloth. How to make “Chikaranuno” Stay cloth is called “chikaranuno” in Japanese. Examples showing the use The photo shows the collar used […]-
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Kimono sewing tools
Bunchin : Kimono Sewing Tools
Kimono Sewing tools are a necessity for all kimono sewers. Here are some of the tools that are especially necessary for kimono sewing. If you want to start sewing kimonos, but don’t know what kind of tools you need and how they differ from common sewing tools, this article may help […]-
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