{"product_id":"untitled-oct-29-at-12-59-pm","title":"Momiji no Uta","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMomiji no Uta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Japanese Floral Haori | Song of Autumn Leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exquisite celebration of Japanese artistry, where delicate blossoms dance upon flowing rivers of gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRomantic, striking and effortlessly elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMomiji no Uta is a captivating vintage Japanese haori in a rich, deep chocolate-brown, adorned with intricate floral embroidery in soft rose, dusty pink, pale turquoise and antique gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelicate blossoms and maple-inspired leaves unfold across the dramatic kimono sleeves and flowing silhouette, intertwined with graceful, winding lines reminiscent of Japanese rivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA small white crest at the upper back introduces a beautiful touch of heritage, while the contrasting ivory lining reveals soft peach botanical patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished with an elegant pink-and-ivory braided \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehaori-himo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fastening, every detail reflects the artistry and quiet sophistication of traditional Japanese dress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare expression of beauty, history and individuality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated Era:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shōwa-period style (1926–1989); exact date unverified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe haori is a traditional Japanese jacket, originally associated with men’s formal attire before becoming a celebrated part of women’s fashion during the 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the 20th century, haori had become an elegant outer layer worn over kimono, allowing beautiful textiles, decorative embroidery and seasonal motifs to express the wearer’s personal style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePieces incorporating elaborate floral arrangements and flowing water designs reflect Japan’s longstanding tradition of celebrating nature through textile art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe small crest visible on the back recalls the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekamon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, traditional Japanese family emblems associated with heritage and identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMomiji no Uta reflects this rich cultural history through its dramatic silhouette, intricate decoration and beautifully considered details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Art of Symbolism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMomiji\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (紅葉) refers to autumn leaves, particularly the brilliant changing colours of Japanese maple foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Japanese textile traditions, maple leaves symbolise autumn, seasonal transformation and the fleeting beauty of nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowing water, known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eryūsui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is another beloved decorative motif, often paired with flowers and autumn leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these motifs evoke the graceful movement of the seasons and the enduring beauty found in nature’s constant change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe intricate blossoms add softness and romance, while the winding gold-toned lines create a sense of movement throughout the garment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful harmony of colour, nature and traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarment Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage Japanese haori\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shōwa-period style; 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