New Year's Preparations This is an auspicious kanzashi (hair ornament) indispensable in the geisha districts. It is an Inaho (rice ear) kanzashi that geisha and maiko in the geisha districts wear in front of their hair from New Year's Day through January. The white doves do not have eyes drawn in because the patron is supposed to draw them in, which is considered auspicious, as it means both the customer and the wearer will "have eyes" (succeed). This is a 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, geisha, and geisha districts nationwide: Ginza, Kitashinchi, and high-class establishments. Customer service Good luck charms Business prosperity Maiko, geisha, Ginza, Kitashinchi, high-class customer service, entertainment, lessons, good luck charms, business prosperity, and wishes. Various people wear them in front of their hair or for their first day of work. 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 handmade by a craftsman, so each has a different finish m(_ _)m Type... Japanese clothing accessories (obi cord/kanzashi, etc.) Thank you for viewing. Crafts Antiques Hair ornaments Japanese clothing accessories Kimono Yukata Kanzashi Hairdressing Maiko Maiko Maiko Geisha 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 Red and white Flower kanzashi Japanese clothing Costume Stage Japanese hairstyle Traditional crafts Retro Antique Shichi-Go-San (Children's Day) Seasonal festivals Kao Mise Kogyo (Kabuki performance) Geisha district somen (general viewing) Minamiza Theater