This is a visiting kimono by Hakushoku Sensho, featuring a Namban ship design on a light yellowish-brown ro-weave background. It's a tall size, made from a bolt of fabric, and is a new, unused item with basting threads still attached. Perfect for parties, celebrations, and ceremonies, this kimono is ideal for honoring special occasions. The image of a ship sailing forward with the wind can be seen as a design that celebrates new beginnings, gently adorning your special day. The Namban ship motif is based on the large ships that arrived from Spain and Portugal during the late Muromachi period to the Edo period. It's a pattern that evokes a sense of romance, embodying the longing for foreign lands and the dreams of a new era that people held at the time. The dyeing was done by Hakushoku Sensho, a renowned artisan from Kyoto. Founded in the early Showa era, this historic workshop has been elevating classical Edo-period designs to modern standards. With "Fuei Ryuko" (unchanging and evolving) as their motto, they have continued to pursue timeless beauty that is not swayed by trends. The material used is "ro" silk. The unique sheer quality of the twill weave and its smooth texture create a cool impression, making it perfect for formal wear from mid-summer to early autumn. Made of pure silk and hand-sewn, it offers a comfortable fit that gently conforms to the body. Furthermore, it is carefully tailored with a seat lining to prevent transparency and wrinkling. Like a ship carrying hopes, gently sailing forward... This visiting kimono, filled with elegance and a story, will accompany you on your important milestones. Don't miss this opportunity. Measurements: Length: 170cm (from shoulder) Sleeve to Sleeve: 67.5cm Shoulder Width: 33.5cm Sleeve Width: 34cm Sleeve Length: 49.5cm Front Width: 24cm Back Width: 30.5cm Material: Pure Silk (Single Layer) Seam Allowance: Length (Ura-age: Front 6.5cm, Back 6.5cm) Sleeve to Sleeve (Body side: 0.5cm, Sleeve side: 0.5cm) Sleeve Length (5.5cm) Visiting Kimono here ❁ #tomihisa訪問着 Summer Kimono here ❁ #tomihisa夏着物 Tomihisa's Kimono here ❁ #tomihisa