New Year's Preparations These are auspicious kanzashi (hair ornaments) indispensable in the geisha districts. These are Inaho (rice ear) kanzashi that geisha and maiko in the geisha districts wear in their hair from New Year's through January. The white doves do not have eyes drawn in, as the patron is supposed to draw them in, bringing good luck for both the customer and themselves to "have their eyes open" (a play on words). These are kanzashi that customers are very happy to receive. It's a stylish game to receive congratulatory money or New Year's gifts, and to have a special customer draw in the eyes. We highly recommend purchasing in bulk. For maiko, geiko, and geisha in geisha districts nationwide: Ginza, Kitashinchi, and high-class establishments. Customer service industry Good luck charms Business prosperity Maiko, geiko, Ginza, Kitashinchi, high-class customer service industries, and those involved in entertainment and lessons, as well as those seeking good luck and business prosperity, wear these for their first appearance or for New Year's preparations. Since the famous Kyoto-based Japanese clothing accessory store, Ioka-ya, has closed, these items are difficult to obtain. If you are interested in kimono or Japanese clothing, why not own one? Each one is handcrafted by artisans, so each has a different expression. m(_ _)m Type... Japanese clothing accessories (obi cords/kanzashi, etc.) Thank you for viewing. Crafts Antiques Hair ornaments Japanese clothing accessories Kimono Yukata Kanzashi Hair styling Maiko-san Maiko Maiko Geiko and maiko Tsumami zaiku (folded fabric crafts) Tsumami zaiku Tsumami (folded fabric) Ioka-ya Kintakudo Kazurasei Honpo Geisha district Gion Pontocho Kamishichiken Miyagawacho Kyoto Kanzashi Katsuyama New Year Plum blossoms Red and white Flower kanzashi Japanese clothing Costumes Stage Japanese hairstyle Traditional crafts Retro Antique Shichi-Go-San (Children's Day) Seasonal festivals Kao Mise Kogyo (Kabuki performance) Geisha district general viewing Minamiza Theatre