Sage Karakusa Vine Kimono

This full-length komon kimono is crafted from sturdy cotton in a muted sage-green hue, its surface alive with a flowing karakusa (arabesque) pattern of red and white vines. The continuous tendrils — a timeless motif in Japanese design — symbolise vitality, resilience, and the unbroken flow of good fortune.
The fine, hand-rendered curves create a rhythmic movement across the fabric, giving the piece both structure and softness. A glimpse of red lining at the cuffs offers quiet warmth, balancing the earthy green ground with a hint of understated vibrancy.
Likely from the mid- to late Shōwa era (1950s–1980s), this kimono reflects a period when traditional patterns were reinterpreted through durable, everyday cotton weaves — bridging formality and comfort.
A kimono of graceful continuity — rooted in tradition, yet effortlessly wearable in the modern day.