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Kuro Tomesode with the exquisite Suzhou embroidery

Very rare and beautiful Kuro Tomesode (Black Tomesode) with hand-made Suzhou embroidery in perfect condition

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Shipped from Kyoto, Japan

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Kuro Tomesode with the exquisite Suzhou embroidery. Discover this vintage black Tomesode Kimono made from deep black silk crepe. The patterns depict a natural scene embroidered and enhanced with hand-made embroideries, featuring mandarin ducks, seasonal flowers, and pines around a pond, all in colorful silk threads. These delicate embroideries are done in the traditional Suzhou style – 蘇州刺繍, a Chinese technique known for its delicacy and complexity. Suzhou embroidery is an art form that pays meticulous attention to details, turning each garment into a unique piece. The Kimono is in excellent condition. This kimono remains a splendid piece that combines tradition and elegance. Being a vintage/used piece, it may show some stains or defects.

The Kuro Tomesode is a specific type of Japanese kimono. “Kuro” means “black” in Japanese, and “Tomesode” refers to a formal kimono primarily worn by married women on special occasions.

The Kuro Tomesode stands out with its predominantly black color and elegant design. It is often adorned with intricate patterns and delicate embroideries, typically located at the bottom of the kimono. The motifs used on the Kuro Tomesode can vary, but they are often symbolic and carry deep meaning. For example, floral, bird, or landscape motifs may represent wishes for happiness, prosperity, or conjugal love.

Tomesode is a type of Japanese traditional clothing and is the highest-ranked formal dress worn by married women. Within the hierarchy of kimonos, the tomesode is the most formal and equivalent to Western evening wear.

Kimono Kuro Tomesode vintage
The kimono is in excellent condition.
Dimensions around: A – 138cm / B – 169 – 170cm / C – 34cm / D – 50cm.
Black color.
The price indicated is for the kimono alone, without accessories.
Maintenance: Dry clean only.

It could be that from one screen to another the colors are different on some products.

Care tips

Dry cleaning

Brocades, for example, are delicate and intricate fabrics that require special care when cleaning. It is recommended, if you can, to have them professionally dry cleaned to avoid damage to the fragile woven threads. This is the best way to clean these fabrics.

Shipping, Returns, and Taxes

United States

DDP US Shipping (all-inclusive)
All US orders will be shipped DDP. Import duties & taxes are prepaid, nothing is due on delivery. We also handle the customs paperwork so your parcel moves smoothly.
If you’re ever asked to pay something at the door, contact us and we’ll resolve it quickly.

Japan Post
Shipments via Japan Post to the United States are temporarily suspended.

Non-binding notice; subject to change. Last updated: August 31, 2025.

Europe (European Union)

We have integrated the IOSS system (Import One-Stop Shop) to simplify your European orders:

Orders ≤ 150€ (excluding shipping): VAT is collected directly during your order. No customs duty, no carrier handling fees, no surprises at delivery.

Orders > 150€: Thanks to the EU–Japan Economic Partnership Agreement, our products made in Japan benefit from total exemption from customs duties. Only VAT and carrier handling fees apply at delivery.

Canada

For Canada, the customs exemption threshold is set at 20 CAD. Thanks to the free trade agreement between Canada and Japan, our Japanese products are generally exempt from customs duties even if the value exceeds this threshold. However, once the order exceeds 20 CAD, GST/HST is applied to the entire declared value, even though customs duties often remain nil for these products.

Australia

Although the exemption threshold is 1,000 AUD, it is important to note that GST (Goods and Services Tax, equivalent to 10%) applies to all imports from Japan, regardless of the declared value.

For orders exceeding 1,000 AUD, in addition to GST, customs duties (generally around 5% depending on the type of product) may be applied during clearance.

United Kingdom (UK)

In the United Kingdom, the customs exemption threshold is set at 135 GBP. However, thanks to the UK‑Japan CEPA, most customs duties on our products made in Japan are waived.

Thus, even for orders exceeding 135 GBP, our Japanese products are not subject to customs duties. However, VAT (generally 20%) and carrier fees are still applicable upon importation.

Preparation time

We ship your parcels worldwide from Japan. If you do not see your country listed when entering your delivery address, please feel free to contact us so we can work together to find the best option.

Your order is prepared within 2 business days following the receipt of your payment and handed over to the carrier you selected at the time of purchase. You will receive a shipping confirmation email to track your parcel. We offer several delivery options to meet your needs.

Return Policy – Kimonos & Accessories

If your order has not yet been shipped, we can cancel it and issue a full refund.

For kimonos, returns are only accepted if the product received does not match the one ordered. Returns for reasons such as a sizing issue, a color difference compared to the photos, or simply a change of mind will not be considered. We encourage you to carefully read the product description, where all the features are detailed.

Although we carefully inspect each kimono, it may show slight imperfections due to its nature as a pre-owned product, but it will not have any tears. Any notable imperfections are mentioned in the product listing. If no defect is indicated, it means that any imperfection is minimal and does not detract from the quality of the product.

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Kuro Tomesode with the exquisite Suzhou embroidery

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