Carrying Kimono Culture and Sewing Craftsmanship into the Future: Nunonishitai and keniamarilia Unveil Collaborative Bag

Nunonishitai Co., Ltd. (Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture) announces the launch of a collaborative bag with keniamarilia (Kenia Marilia). This product is a limited-edition braided bag crafted from authentic kimono fabric. Designed to retain the beautiful patterns and textures of kimono, it has been tailored into a practical everyday bag. The first unveiling and sale will take place at the 'Made in Japan Kakugo Store' in Yurakucho, Tokyo, on July 3 and 4, 2026.

Limited-edition braided bag. S size (left), M size (right)

Origin of the Collaboration

This collaboration originated from a meeting with keniamarilia, another brand participating in the Made in Japan Kakugo Store. keniamarilia advocates for the 'perpetuation of kimono culture' and 'presenting a new standard for traditional Japanese clothing,' proposing ways to naturally integrate kimono into modern lifestyles.

Meanwhile, Nunonishitai upholds the vision of 'a future where artisans’ skills are properly valued,' actively promoting the craftsmanship and stories behind garment production.

We want to carry kimono culture into the future. We want to preserve sewing artisans’ skills for generations to come.

Though operating in different fields, both brands share a fundamental belief: 'passing on the value of creators to the future.' United by the shared desire to pass cultural heritage, craftsmanship, and the value of making things to the next generation, this collaboration has come to life.

Product Overview

The item for sale is a limited-edition braided bag made from upcycled kimono fabric.

Available in two sizes: S (¥26,800 including tax) and M (¥29,800 including tax).

Each bag features a unique pattern due to the individual characteristics of the kimono fabric, making every piece one-of-a-kind. The handles feature Nunonishitai’s patented braided design, a signature element of the brand. Each bag is meticulously handcrafted by Nunonishitai’s sewing artisans, making it a limited-run collaborative product.

Unique patterns ensure each piece is one-of-a-kind. Features the patented braided handle design.

Sales Information

The product will be available at the 'Made in Japan Kakugo Store' in Yurakucho, Tokyo, on July 3–4, 2026. Due to limited quantities, any remaining stock after the event may be offered through an online lottery sale. To ensure fair access for as many customers as possible, sales will be conducted via lottery rather than first-come-first-served.

Please note that due to limited availability, there may be no online sales if all items are sold at the event venue.

About the Made in Japan Kakugo Store

Date: July 3 (Fri), 2026, 12:00–20:00 July 4 (Sat), 2026, 10:00–18:00

Venue: Katoreia Salon A, 12th Floor, Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan 2-10-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo

Participants: 16 businesses Admission: Free

About keniamarilia (Kenia Marilia)

A brand dedicated to the 'perpetuation of kimono culture' and 'introducing a new standard for traditional Japanese attire.'

keniamarilia proposes ways to integrate traditional clothing into contemporary lifestyles, working to carry Japan’s cultural heritage into the future. The brand will participate in the 'Made in Japan Kakugo Store' in Yurakucho in July 2026. For this collaboration, shared values around preserving kimono culture and artisanal craftsmanship led to joint product development with Nunonishitai.

keniamarilia EC website

About nuno ni shitai. (Nunonishitai)

Founded in 2025 as a sewing factory specializing in bag production. Driven by the vision of connecting people, objects, nature, and culture, the company launched its first in-house brand, 'nuno ni shitai.', in 2024. Its 'braided bag' won the Jury Special Award at the Takashima Eemono Grand Prix and has consistently received high demand online, with some items selling out within minutes of release.