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Shigyoshiki in Kyoto Kaburenjo (2020)
Last week Kyoto Kagai sim hosted Shigyoshiki - annual traditional opening ceremony, that marks the start of another business year in the Karyukai. Geiko and Maiko of Hanafusa okiya gathered at...
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Shigyoshiki Kitsuke of Hanafusa okiya memebers
"Shigyoshiki" refers to the beginning of a new year in Kyoto's five hanamachi or "flower towns". Wearing black formal kimono, called Kuromontsuki, the Geiko and Maiko of the neighborhood renew their...
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January Kitsuke
After Shigyoshiki and Hatsuyori celebrations took place in the Karyukai, it is time to get back to semi-formal hikizuri and hairstyles. All antique hairpins, expensive obi and luxurious kuromontsuki...
View ArticleSetsubun Matsuri - Sunday Feb. 2nd @ 11:00 am Slt
During Setsubun people throw beans, (mamemaki) to cleanse away all evil of the former year and to chase away disease causing spirits (Oni). Remember to shout "Demons out! Luck in! (Oni wa soto! Fuku...
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February Kitsuke
Spring is slowly but firmly starts to take over Kyoto Kagai sim. Although there's still some snow the ground, first plum blossoms are starting to peak through the icy harden barks. One by one, all of...
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Setsubun at Kyoto Kagai sim (2020)
Setsubun is the day preceding risshun that is the first day of spring according to the old Japanese calendar. On the day of Setsubun, many celebrations are held. Especially in Kyoto Kagai SL. Maiko san...
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March Kitsuke
Members of Hanafusa okiya posing in Gion Higashi Ochaya, decorated specially for the Hinamatsuri celebrations(from left: Maiko Kikushino, Geiko Kikutsuru, Geiko Kikumaru, Maiko KikuneGeiko Kikutsuru is...
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Hairstyles/Wigs - Tsubushi Shimada (by Kisetsu)
You do already know about hairstyles worn by Maiko san, but what about Geiko, what hairstyles they wear and how they decorate it?To start with, you might have read in blog that after Maiko has erikae...
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Seasonal Kanzashi - Suisen(daffodil)
It's time for beautiful seasonal kanzashi! This time it is Suisen or Daffodil - seasonal flower of March, which is available at Tlalli: The Fair Around The World - March 7th - 21st - East Asia Round.It...
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Ozashiki celebrating Hina Matsuri
Geiko, Maiko and guests during Hina Matsuri 2020It was a small celebration that took place during the busy week (wednesday, 4th of march). Maiko and Geiko from Hanafusa okiya prepared a feast for...
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Kyo Odori coming soon!
Dear friends and patrons,While you're spending time at home due to coronavirus outbreak, possibly having your trips and other plans canceled, Kyoto Kagai sim would like to invite you and your friends...
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Day off at Cinderella's castle
What can be better than spending a day off with sisters at a nice place. Thankfully there is no quarantine in SL so you can walk everywhere you want to. This time day trip was to the Ciderella's Palace...
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It's Hanami time!
Kyoto Kagai sim is blooming, the weather is sunny and warm. This means only one thing - Hanami. Last week Hanafusa Maiko and Geiko welcomed guests and patrons to a local park where they have set up a...
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Kyo Odori 2020 at Kyoto Kagai sim
For those who do not know, every Hanamachi (geiko district) in Kyoto has several main annual dance performances - one takes place in spring and one in autumn. Most famous of all is possibly the Miyako...
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Springtime ozashiki at Daimasa ochaya
The first ozashiki of May took place yesterday at Daimasa ochaya (Kyoto Kagai sim). The local gardens are already in full bloom, encouraging guests to enjoy long walks before and after ozashiki.It is a...
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May Kitsuke of Hanafusa okiya memebers
The odori and sakura season is now officially over and the Karyukai returns to it's normal life. Maiko san and Geiko san start taking their lessons again and also more ozashiki are taking place on the...
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30 L$ Saturday at Kisetsu store!
The 30L Saturday Sale item is the kisetsu Noren - Red, These are copy and modify. And a full set! Doorway (Static and Animated) and a Hanging Noren. Come and get them in the store now!Here's your...
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Date Hyogo Hair & Date Hyogo Kanzashi Set (by Kisetsu)
Amazing news from Kisetsu store especially for those who role play as beautiful Oiran, SL Kabuki actors and just admirers of Japanese hairstyles - Date Hyougo Hair & 5 styles of Date Hyougo...
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Great opening of the Tomiyo Ochaya (Sat. 30 of May)
As the final cherry blossoms fall off its branch being replaced by wisteria trees, we are honored to welcome you to the Grand opening of Tomiyo ochaya located in the Higashiyama ward.During the opening...
View ArticleFlea market at Tenmangu-ji (June 1st - 7th)
A small flea sale is taking place this week on the ground of Tenmangu-ji temple where you can find different types of gacha, old and new, japanese and non japanese for a really good price.Also! There...
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