Furisode - Wikipedia
WEBA furisode (振袖, lit. 'swinging sleeves') is a style of kimono distinguishable by its long sleeves, which range in length from 85 cm (33 in) for a kofurisode (小振袖, lit. 'short swinging sleeve'), to 114 cm (45 in) for an ōfurisode (大振袖, lit. 'large swinging sleeves').
Furisode Kimono Guide - Japan Talk
WEBMar 3, 2015 · Furisode are a type of kimono that have long hanging sleeves in the forearm. They are only worn by adult single women as they symbolize availability for marriage. Furisode are amongst the most elegant and expensive form of kimono. They typically cost over 1 million yen.
What’s the difference between a kimono and a furisode?
WEBIt’s literally ‘something you wear’. A ‘furisode’ is just 1 style of kimono, out of many, and we’ll focus on it for this post. In Japanese, the word ‘furisode’ (振袖) means ‘swinging sleeves’. The first kanji, ‘furi’ (振), is the ‘swing’ bit, and ‘sode’ (袖) is the word for sleeve.
What's a Furisode? - All About Japan
WEBJan 8, 2017 · Definition. The kanji for furisode literally reads "swinging sleeve," which is appropriate, because a furisode is a traditional Japanese kimono with long, hanging sleeves. The lengths of the sleeves depend on the style of the furisode, which will be discussed a little later.
13 Different Types of Kimono for Women and When to Wear …
WEBMay 9, 2022 · “Furisode” are the most formal style of kimono worn by young, often unmarried, women in Japan. You can spot a furisode by its long-hanging sleeves which range between 80 cm and 114 cm in length.
Furisode: A Symbol of Youth in Japanese Culture | Kimono Koi
WEBThe furisode is an emblem of grace and youthful vitality in Japanese tradition, capturing both the essence of its rich cultural past and the spirit of the young women who wear it. It is one of the many styles of Japanese kimono.
Furisode | Kimono - 千總 (English)
WEBA delightful kimono reflecting richness of Kyo-yuzen and aspirational beauty. The excellent furisode made through the process and techniques including variety of dyeing methods, yuzen, shiborizome for its unique textures, gleaming gold leaf, as well as embroidery.
Introduction Of Furisode, With Obi And Kimono Accessories
WEBOct 29, 2021 · Many people think Furisode is the most popular for young women. Every unmarried women wear Furisode at coming-of-age ceremony. Today, I’ll show you more about Furisode.
Furisode (Long Sleeved Kimono) - Japanese Encyclopedia
WEBFeb 15, 2022 · Furisode, a beautiful style of long sleeve kimono, have a long history in Japanese ceremony and culture. Learn more about these striking garments in this Japanese Encyclopedia article!
Furisode - The Kyoto Project
WEBJan 19, 2017 · A furisode is a style of kimono that can be worn in the coming-of-age ceremony which is called Seijinshiki. The furisode originated in the mid-1500s as middle and upper-class children’s clothing for both sexes, and at that time it was not worn by adults. At first, furisode had quite short sleeves and were used as everyday wear.
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