Description
A miniature decorative parasol handcrafted in Tokyo using repurposed vintage Japanese silk kimono fabric.
This elegant parasol features a deep navy blue background adorned with richly detailed floral arrangements in shades of orange, pink, purple, turquoise blue, yellow, and white. Flowing decorative patterns and clusters of colorful blossoms create a lively composition against the dark blue silk.
Each parasol is individually handcrafted by a skilled umbrella maker in Tokyo, giving vintage kimono fabric a new form in which it can continue to be appreciated.
Designed as a decorative object, the parasol can be opened and closed just like a miniature umbrella.
Display it on a shelf, windowsill, or entryway table, use it as a photography accessory for your favorite doll, or give it as a thoughtful gift to someone who appreciates Japanese culture and craftsmanship.
Details
- Product: Miniature decorative parasol
- Material: Vintage Japanese silk kimono fabric and plastic
- Color: Navy blue with multicolored floral motifs
- Total length: Approx. 20.3 cm (8.0 inches)
- Open diameter: Approx. 21.5 cm (8.5 inches)
- Rib length: Approx. 13 cm (5.1 inches)
- Weight: Approx. 35 g
- Function: Opens and closes
- Handcrafted by a skilled umbrella maker in Tokyo, Japan
- Produced by AKIZAKURA
About the Kimono Fabric
This miniature parasol is made using silk from a vintage Japanese kimono.
The original kimono features an elaborate arrangement of colorful flowers against a deep navy blue background. Soft pink decorative bands flow across the fabric, accompanied by abundant blossoms in orange, pink, yellow, blue, purple, and white.
The combination of delicate floral details and flowing patterns creates a sense of movement throughout the textile.
When transformed into a miniature parasol, these beautiful designs take on a new appearance as the flowers and decorative elements spread across the individual panels of the canopy.
By transforming part of this beautiful textile into a decorative parasol, AKIZAKURA offers another way to appreciate the colors, patterns, and craftsmanship of traditional Japanese clothing.
You can see the original kimono used to create this parasol in the product photos.
A New Life for Kimono
In Japan, kimono fabrics have long been valued and reused in different forms.
Traditionally, kimono could be taken apart, washed, and sewn again. Even when a kimono could no longer be worn, its fabric might be reused for other purposes rather than discarded.
At AKIZAKURA, we continue exploring how these textiles can be appreciated and enjoyed beyond their original purpose.
This miniature parasol brings together the beauty of vintage Japanese silk and the craftsmanship of a Tokyo umbrella maker, creating a small decorative piece that carries a connection to Japanese textile culture.
Through upcycling, we hope to give traditional kimono fabrics a new life while sharing an appreciation for the care, creativity, and craftsmanship behind them.
Please Note
- This item is intended for decorative use only, not for protection from rain or sunlight.
- Any dolls or display accessories shown in photographs are for illustrative purposes only and are not included.
- The original kimono shown in the product photographs is provided as a visual reference and is not included.
- As the parasol is made from repurposed vintage kimono fabric, minor marks or signs of previous use may be present.
- Please review the photographs carefully before purchasing.
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