Somaru (directly-managed store)

A special item you can only get in Kyoto

This Kyo-Yuzen brand was established by 4 dyers who have been engaged in kimono dyeing in Kyoto for a long time. The charm of this brand is that you can easily experience the traditional techniques of Kyoto. This item, which is made of silk only and is hand-dyed, is a rare item in the world. It has a beautiful combination of traditional texture and modern design. The elegant patterns unique to kimono dyeing shops are also noteworthy. SOO items are sold at about 40 stores in Kyoto City, including department stores, large commercial facilities, and souvenir shops at tourist spots. It is perfect as a souvenir for someone special. Please check the official website of SOO for details.
The photos are of "Ofuki" glasses wipes with about 65 patterns, ranging from typical Kyoto to unique ones, at 1650 yen each. Because it is made from natural materials, it is resistant to static electricity and dust, so it can be used cleanly.
・Kimono department on the 5F of Kyoto Takashimaya: Phone 075-252-7150
・4F, Tokyu Hands Kyoto: Phone075-254-3109

Ohuki Small Size　825 yen each
Smartphone wiping is done by hand until cutting. Some of them are sold only at famous places in Kyoto such as Kifune-jinja Shrine, Kodai-ji Temple and Minamiza.
Kifune-jinja Shrine
Kodai-ji Temple
The ofuki, made using only kimono fabric suitable for eyeglass wipes from among silk materials, won the Good Design Award in 2017. The packaging is also made from tatami paper, which is used to store kimono, and many other details have been carefully considered.
By combining the high dyeing technology of kimono with new ideas and designs, items that fit into modern life are being created one after another.