Bumbag - Maiko-san (black zipper)
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Mikan original bumbag, light, sturdy & water-resistant.
Limited to 3 pieces only. The motif shows several maiko (apprentice geisha) in some of the most famous places of Kyoto: Daimonji, Ginkakuji, Heian-jingu and the Kiyomizu-dera pagoda.
The realism of the motif is stunning, even in the maiko’s outfit design.
Materials
Front : Nishijin-ori jacquard polyester & lamé
Back : resistant 3D mesh polyester & nylon mix
Black waterproof zipper
Adjustable nylon strap
Goldleaf printed logo
Details
height: 19 cm in the centre front
width: 18 cm at the bottom 29 cm at the largest
depth: up to 15 cm
2 front compartments
We are accepting orders for this item. Please contact us if you wish to have this bag made for you.
Mikan original bumbag, light, sturdy & water-resistant.
Limited to 3 pieces only. The motif shows several maiko (apprentice geisha) in some of the most famous places of Kyoto: Daimonji, Ginkakuji, Heian-jingu and the Kiyomizu-dera pagoda.
The realism of the motif is stunning, even in the maiko’s outfit design.
Materials
Front : Nishijin-ori jacquard polyester & lamé
Back : resistant 3D mesh polyester & nylon mix
Black waterproof zipper
Adjustable nylon strap
Goldleaf printed logo
Details
height: 19 cm in the centre front
width: 18 cm at the bottom 29 cm at the largest
depth: up to 15 cm
2 front compartments
We are accepting orders for this item. Please contact us if you wish to have this bag made for you.
Mikan original bumbag, light, sturdy & water-resistant.
Limited to 3 pieces only. The motif shows several maiko (apprentice geisha) in some of the most famous places of Kyoto: Daimonji, Ginkakuji, Heian-jingu and the Kiyomizu-dera pagoda.
The realism of the motif is stunning, even in the maiko’s outfit design.
Materials
Front : Nishijin-ori jacquard polyester & lamé
Back : resistant 3D mesh polyester & nylon mix
Black waterproof zipper
Adjustable nylon strap
Goldleaf printed logo
Details
height: 19 cm in the centre front
width: 18 cm at the bottom 29 cm at the largest
depth: up to 15 cm
2 front compartments
Traditional contemporary fabrics of Nishijin
In the famous weaving district of Nishijin, Kyoto’s textile artisans have been able to preserve their precious know-how over the centuries, passing them on through generations of skillfully trained makers. From their early development 1200 years ago, until today, the ‘Nishijin-ori’ have been considered among the most gorgeous of all Japanese textiles. They are well-known for their highly decorative patterns and their finely woven designs and featuring lamé threads. But their high production cost and fewer people wearing the traditional costume has caused a lot of these businesses to disappear.
Some of the remaining craftsmen have developed an interesting range of contemporary Nishijin-ori designs. These fabrics are woven with techniques that are faithful to tradition, and they feature classical motifs which allow us to time travel to different periods of history.
To me, they appear as textile postcards of beautiful Kyoto city, patiently waiting for her visitors to come back.
This bag is part of a limited series of Mikan bags featuring the contemporary treasures of Nishijin.
Elements of Kyoto featured in the motif design
Maiko in Gion district, which outfit is very similar to the one represented on the motif.
Daimonji and its giant ”大” burning during Obon festival every year in August.
Kiyomizu-dera ‘s pagoda -photo credit Bobby Coutu 2020
Heian-jingu ‘s torii gate, with the shrine silhouette in the distance
