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Welcome to coUMEya

                 　     About coUMEya

In Japan, fewer people wear kimono each year, and as a result, the opportunity to use beautiful obi is also declining. An obi is a traditional Japanese textile wrapped around the body when wearing a kimono, known for its vibrant colors and intricate designs.
At coUMEya, we carefully transform these precious obi into bags and belts, giving them new life in a form that suits today’s modern lifestyles. We design and sell simple obi bags that pair easily with Western clothing, all from Kawagoe—a charming town known for its traditional warehouses and where kimono still feel right at home.

Bring the elegance of authentic Japanese culture into your everyday life.

Each of our pieces is crafted from fabrics that once brought color and beauty to the daily lives of people in Japan. As lifestyles have changed, the opportunity to wear traditional kimono has become increasingly rare. Now, these exquisite obi—once full of life—are reborn, carrying with them a sense of mystery and the unique harmony of Japanese tradition and nature. We invite you to experience this beauty in your own hands.


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We had a pop-up store at Kabuki-za, a Kabuki theater in Ginza, Tokyo, known for traditional Japanese performing arts.
 

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It was a truly big challenge.
From February 1 to 26, 2025, we sold our obi bags at Kobikicho Plaza, located in the basement of Kabuki-za in Ginza. We were deeply moved and grateful to receive kind words such as “So beautiful!” from customers visiting from abroad. Thank you very much.

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How coUMEya Began

  
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"coUMEya" designs and sells simple obi bags that pair well with Western clothing, based in Kawagoe—a town where traditional kimono still feel right at home.4o

It was started by Toko Fujishiro, a company employee living in Saitama City, a town located near Tokyo.

The project began in March 2022, inspired by the shock of learning that countless kimono and obi are discarded every year in Japan. It was sparked by a discovery: 100 fukuro obi sleeping in the wardrobe of her 102-year-old grandmother, a former geisha in Mukojima, Tokyo.

About the Founder: Toko Fujishiro

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She was raised by her grandmother, a former geisha, in Kameido, Tokyo, until the second grade of elementary school.

After graduating from Keio University, she worked for a household goods manufacturer before joining a major mail-order company in Tokyo.

Deeply influenced by her grandmother, she developed a deep love for kimono, but could not ignore the overwhelming number of kimono and obi being discarded.

In March 2022, while working as a company employee, she launched "Coumeya" and began creating obi bags from unused obi stored in wardrobes, with the aim of contributing to the local community.


coUMEya's efforts to promote obi are spreading across Japan and around the world.

We hope to earn the trust of more people and grow our efforts into something that supports the local kimono and traditional culture. We kindly ask for your support.

coUMEya
Three Missions

①We return profits to the seamstresses who support our craftsmanship.

 ⓶We use our profits to contribute to the local community.

③We support time-honored kimonos and obis, along with the traditions and culture cherished by the local community.

About Our Products

Here are the products available for purchase.

One-of-a-kind items remade from unique obi sashes.

We deliver the beauty of obi and heartfelt spirit in every piece.

Unused obi and obijime are carefully sewn by skilled seamstresses and transformed into bags.

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―Customer Reviews―

❤Purchased Item: Obi Bag (A4 Size)　　　　

"I'm using the A4 bag as a laptop case. The beauty, strength, and perfect thickness of the obi make it ideal. I’ve been proudly showing it off to my colleagues!"
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❤Purchased Item: Coumeya Original Obi Belt

"I wore an obi belt over a dress, and it was a huge hit even at a reception overseas!"
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❤Purchased Item: Custom-Made Obi Bag     

"We turned my grandmother's obi into a bag—three generations: my mother, myself, and my daughter. We could never throw it away, but since we don’t wear kimono, this service was perfect for us. I'm so happy the obi could be given a new life."
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Why coUMEya Is Cherished –
3 Special Secrets

Secret 1
The Beauty of Obi and Obijime
By using the obijime as the handle,
the beauty of the obi stands out even more.
Secret 2
A skilled seamstress
Our products are primarily crafted by highly skilled and experienced seamstresses.
Secret 3
Returning profits to the local community and traditional culture
We use the profits to support the local textile industry, which has been cherished by the community,
as well as to promote traditional culture.
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Nice to meet you — we are coUMEya.

We collect obi and kimono that were tucked away in traditional Japanese tansu chests, as well as those destined to be discarded. In Kawagoe—known as “Little Edo” for its historic warehouses—these pieces are given new life as stylish bags, carefully handcrafted by skilled seamstresses. Some kimono are also transformed into aloha shirts and offered for sale.

Semi-Custom Orders & Workshops

You can also create a custom obi bag to suit your personal style!
About Semi-Custom Orders
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We create bags from your favorite obi.

coUMEya creates obi bags and obi belts made to order.

The delivery time is approximately two weeks or more.

They are transformed into popular obi bags and obi belts.

We carefully craft beautiful pieces, hoping they bring you closer to the charm of obi.
About Workshops
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Would you like to try making an obi bag?


8,000 yen per person (materials included)
Workshops are also available for groups of 5 or more upon request.
*Instructor travel expenses not included.

News

February 1, 2025 We operated a limited‑time pop‑up shop at the Kabuki‑za Theatre from February 1 to 26, 2025.
December 4, 2024
November 27, 2024
[Kura‑Aloha★Project Launched] At a joint press conference hosted by the Kawagoe Chamber of Commerce and Industry, we unveiled our new Aloha shirts crafted from kimono garments that had been tucked away in wardrobes!
Answering the call from our customers—“Please give our kimonos new life!”—Koume‑ya has transformed those long‑stored garments into vibrant Aloha shirts.
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November 1, 2024
September 29, 2024
[In New York] We held a group exhibition at a gallery in Manhattan, NYC, and our fashion show—where models showcased our splendid obi‑bag collection—was a resounding success.【Read the article】
September 5, 2024
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Obi Bag
TOKO（A4）
Size: 34.5 cm (H) × 30 cm (W) × 4 cm (D)
5,900 yen〜
 

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Obi Bag
AKANE（Standard）
Size: 20 cm (H) × 30 cm (W) × 9cm (D)
8,900 yen〜

★Best‑Selling Item ★

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Obi Bag
YURIKA（tall type）
Size: 25 cm (H) × 30 cm (W) × 9cm (D)
9,900 yen〜

For those who tend to carry a little extra.

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coUMEya Original
《Just like an obi》
★SPECIAL　PRICE★
5,900 yen～

We’ve crafted a belt you can wear just like an obi sash.

Just like an obi
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coUMEya Kawaraban

We would like to share updates on coUMEya's activities.

December 4–6, 2024 
 Tokyo Big Sight
We participated in EcoPro 2024 as a member of the Saitama Circular Economy Promotion Center.

It was a three-day challenge and a significant milestone for coUMEya. We sincerely thank everyone we had the pleasure of meeting.

With big smiles, we shared our passion for a new initiative that brings together local people, materials, and craftsmanship — through our Obi Bags. Encouraged by these three inspiring days, we will continue striving to share Japan’s beautiful culture and resources with the world. We sincerely hope for your continued support.
 
Toko Fujishiro, Owner, coUMEya
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For custom obi‑bag orders or any questions about coUMEya,
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