【overview】

A talk event will be held to commemorate the release of the first book by Ginza Motoji Senji Keita, who is actively working to spread kimono culture both domestically and internationally, titled "New Kimono that Enriches Life" (Asahi Shimbun Publications).

This book is based on the concept of "using kimonos as part of your wardrobe as part of your everyday fashion" and introduces everything from how to wear kimonos as everyday wear to kimono styles to suit any occasion, while also covering the basics of kimono.

While showing off rare and precious kimonos and materials that you would rarely see, Izumiji will talk about the appeal of kimonos from various angles, from his unique perspective, including the production of the book, threads, dyeing, weaving, tips on how to put on a kimono, manners for different actions and situations, and coordination.

There will also be a photo session after the talk. We hope you will join us.

[Applicable products]

■ Visitor participation: 60 people

・Visit participation ticket: 2,530 yen (tax included)

・ Visit participation ticket 2,200 yen (tax included) + book "New Kimono to Enrich Your Life" Asahi Shimbun Publications 1,650 yen (tax included) / 3,850 yen (tax included)

■ Participate in online viewing

・Online participation ticket 　 1,100 yen (tax included)

・Online participation ticket 1,100 yen (tax included) + "New Kimono to Enrich Your Life" Asahi Shimbun Publications 1,650 yen (tax included) + shipping 500 yen (tax included) / 3,250 yen (tax included)

​Please note that the book "New Kimono to Enrich Your Life" will be shipped after the event.

【profile】

Keita Motoji

Born in 1984. After graduating from high school, he studied fashion at a university in London.

After graduating, he moved to Paris and returned to Japan in 2008.

In September 2022, he became the President and Representative Director of Ginza Motoji.

In addition to serving customers in the store, she personally visits production areas and artists all over Japan to develop original products, and plans and manages customer-oriented kimono-making experiences.

She is actively involved in activities to spread kimono culture both domestically and internationally, such as holding workshops to convey the appeal of Japanese handicrafts and kimonos to the next generation.

Webpage: https://www.motoji.co.jp/

SNS: https://www.instagram.com/keitamotoji/