【Master Craftsman Eiji Suzuki's Prized Possession】 Men's Unlined Silk Tsumugi Kimono - White Oshima

This is a men's unlined kimono made of genuine silk紬 (tsumugi) with an underarm cloth.

While the origin is uncertain, we believe it may be Oshima Tsumugi.
The fabric has a thin, smooth texture.
It features a black and gray woven pattern on a white background.

■ There are light brown stains near the side seam of the front panel, on both lapels, on the underarm cloth, on the left front sleeve, and on the cuffs.
There are also light blue stains on the left body at the sleeve attachment (above the pointed end), near the sleeve attachment on the left back body, and on the front right panel. Some weaving irregularities are also visible.

■ This listing is for the kimono only.

Size: Approximate measurements (in cm)

Total length (from shoulder): 142
Sleeve length (from center back): 69
Shoulder width: 33
Sleeve width: 36
Sleeve length: 48
Front width: 25
Back width: 31
Gore width: 15

☆ This item was cherished by the late Eiji Suzuki, a Living National Treasure. Please see the comments section for details.

■ Profile of Mr. Suzuki
A Living National Treasure (a craftsman recognized by the government for outstanding skills), he dedicated his life to pursuing techniques and nurturing future generations in the world of Japanese tailoring.
● Major Titles and Awards
○ Living National Treasure (Craftsman selected by the government for outstanding skills)
○ Medal with Purple Ribbon (Awarded to those who have diligently served their profession and are exemplary citizens)
○ Yokohama Meister (Highest level of certified skilled artisan by Yokohama City)
● Original Advanced Techniques (Original Creative Kimono)
○ Kiribame Zogan (Inlay Marquetry)
An ultimate technique of seamlessly embedding different materials or patterns into the kimono.
○ Kagerō (Heat Haze) Tailoring
A delicate and three-dimensional tailoring technique that utilizes the layering of fabric.
● Activities and Achievements
○ As the representative of Isho Kenkyukai, an organization that operates a Japanese tailoring school, he has guided many students over the years.
○ He established the world of artistic creative kimono, going beyond traditional Japanese tailoring.

For details on the先生's distinguished achievements, please refer to the official Yokohama Meister Directory. > suzukieiji.pdf

■ Use of Sales Proceeds
The profit from this sale (the amount remaining after deducting app usage fees, shipping costs, and listing fees from the selling price) will be returned to Isho Kenkyukai, which carries on Mr. Suzuki's legacy. These funds will be used to support activities for passing down traditional techniques to future generations, such as covering the costs of creating new creative kimonos.

Total length (from shoulder peak)···140-144cm