Haori Himo — A Small Accessory That Changes the Look of Your Haori

If you already own a Haori, you might know that a Haori is not closed with waist ties or an Obi belt like a Kimono.

Inside the Haori, on both sides, there are small fabric loops called "Chi" (乳). The Haori cord, known as Haori-Himo (羽織紐), is attached there and loosely closed at the front.

Precisely therein lies one of the special beauties of Japanese Kimono culture.

Traditionally, a Haori is worn over the Kimono, so that the Obi, the Obiage (帯揚げ – a decorative silk scarf over the Obi), and the Obijime (帯締め – a decorative cord around the Obi) remain partially visible. Through these fine layers and the interplay of colors and patterns, a harmonious overall look is created.

For me, precisely this feeling of balance and restraint is a particularly beautiful Japanese aesthetic.

Therefore, a Haori is usually not worn completely closed, but rather slightly open, creating a natural elegance and lightness.

All vintage Haori in my shop come with a traditional silk Haori-Himo.

A Haori-Himo is almost like a small piece of jewelry for the Haori.

Colors, patterns, and shapes come in countless variations. By changing the Haori-Himo, the same Haori can take on a completely different expression each time.

Even if the cord is only loosely hooked, the small color accent creates a beautiful contrast and gives the Kimono styling a personal touch.

The differences depending on the era are also very interesting – the width, style, and atmosphere of Haori-Himo change over time.

In addition to traditional braided silk cords, there are also Haori-Himo made of stones or Kumihimo (組紐 – traditional Japanese braiding art).

These are not tied, but attached with small hooks to the "Chi" loops of the Haori.

Just wearing them gives the outfit a particularly elegant aura – almost like a piece of jewelry within Japanese clothing culture.

Anyone who already owns a Haori can discover new styling combinations again and again simply by changing the Haori-Himo.

In my online shop, you will gradually find Haori-Himo made of stone and Kumihimo as well.

For me, choosing a suitable Haori-Himo is also part of the joy of Kimono styling. Feel free to visit my online shop.

From Berlin, I want to bring the beauty of Japanese Haori culture to Europe.