Our Story

How It All Started

We Launched on Kickstarter, and You Made It Happen.

It began with a simple question: why are so many beautiful kimonos forgotten? That question became a crowdfunding campaign, and it found people who believed in giving heritage a second life.

Backers

$1,760

Pledged

176%

Of Goal

This shop is the continuation of that journey.

An early photograph from Second Bloom Tokyo's first days, around the time of its Kickstarter campaign

A kimono resting quietly, unworn, the kind of beautiful textile that inspired Second Bloom Tokyo

Why This Exists

Beautiful Kimonos Were Being Forgotten.

Growing up in Japan, I witnessed how much meaning a kimono carries. It represents celebrations, family history, and generations of craftsmanship.

But today, many sit quietly in closets, never worn again. Some are even discarded.

When I moved to America, I began thinking about how to share Japanese culture with the world in an accessible way. I wanted to create something people could wear every day.

I had almost no sewing experience. But I couldn't ignore the idea.

What We Make

A Modern T-Shirt with a Meaningful Pocket.

Each pocket is made from a vintage kimono fabric that once played a part in someone's story. These textiles carry tradition, celebration, and decades of cultural heritage.

By combining them with a simple, modern T-shirt, we create something that feels both timeless and easy to wear. Every piece is unique, and no two are exactly alike.

A finished Kimono Pocket T-Shirt, the vintage kimono fabric pocket clearly visible

A close view of the vintage kimono fabric pocket and its stitching

One-of-a-kind

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Our Process

How Each Shirt Comes to Life

From Japan to My Studio

Authentic vintage kimono are carefully sourced in Japan and selected for their craftsmanship, condition, and beauty before being brought to my studio in the United States.