YAMATO Co., Ltd. Opens First Permanent Store in Paris
– “KIMONO ARCH / Y. & SONS in Paris” Connecting Japan and the World through Kimono
YAMATO Co., Ltd. Opens
First Permanent Store in Paris
– “KIMONO ARCH / Y. & SONS in Paris”
Connecting Japan and the World
through Kimono
On April 16, 2025 (Wednesday), YAMATO Co., Ltd. opened its very first permanent international store, KIMONO ARCH / Y. & SONS , in the vibrant core of the Marais district of the 4th arrondissement of Paris, France.
This marks our first permanent overseas location since our founding in 1917 .
Building on the experience gained through previous pop-up stores, the new store serves as a continuous and expansive platform to share the charm and potential of kimono with the world.
A fresh approach to kimono from Paris
In 2024, we held a pop-up store in the Marais district of Paris, where we had the opportunity to welcome guests from around 50 countries and regions, each with diverse cultural backgrounds. The warm reception we received gave us a gentle but meaningful sense that kimono could be embraced as a garment of the world. Encouraged by this experience, we have taken a small but hopeful step forward with the opening of a permanent store.
Through this new presence, we hope to continue engaging in cultural exchange—drawing inspiration from traditional garments and craftsmanship from around the world. With the kimono as our medium, we aim to quietly build bridges between Japan and the wider world.
〈Store Information〉
Store Name: KIMONO ARCH / Y. & SONS in Paris
Opening Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Address: 25 Rue du Bourg Tibourg, 75004 Paris
Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Closed: Mondays and Public Holidays
Nearest Metro: 5-minute walk from Hôtel de Ville Station(ligne 1,11)
Instagram：@kimonoarch_yandsons_fr
KIMONO ARCH
Theme: Nature and Curiosity
• Located on the right side of the store.
• Presents a worldview inspired by “nature” and “exploration.”
• Features botanical decorations, soft-textured flooring, and fresh floral arrangements by Paris-based flower studio Ko Hana.
• A sensory-rich space designed to offer moments of quiet wonder and delight.
Featured Items
• Playful yet respectful reinterpretations of traditional kimono.
• Haori jackets and kimono made from unconventional materials like knits and towels.
• Flower accessories and embellished samue (casual kimono-style wear).
• A selection of lifestyle-friendly items, including Paris-exclusive pieces.
Y. & SONS
A Continuation of Our Tokyo and Kyoto Flagships
• Displayed on the left side of the store.
• A calm, refined atmosphere featuring herringbone flooring and minimalistic fixtures.
• A space that quietly conveys the brand’s distinctive character and curated aesthetics.
Featured Items
• Signature Hikeshi Coat, alongside exclusive collaborations with COMOLI, Graphpaper, and KIJIMA TAKAYUKI.
• Accessories made from kimono textiles, including hats and coats.
• Artisanal items that transcend the boundaries of traditional kimono:
• Shimenawa and indigo crafts by Seishi Ueno
• Ikago baskets by Sunami-tei
• Handcrafted kokeshi dolls by Hidenori Ōnuma
• A thoughtful selection that adds cultural richness to everyday life.
Interior Highlights
• Shelves displaying a curated collection of kimono fabrics and references.
• A distinctive fitting room built with oak and black steel.
• Stone-gray carpets from Yamagata and handmade washi ceiling panels from Saga.
• The space quietly breathes with Japanese materials and craftsmanship throughout.
Pick Up: Craft Corner
Celebrating Craftsmanship with Context and Story
• A special corner that highlights tools, threads, and materials essential to traditional Japanese crafts.
• Displays include stencil molds for dyeing, reference books on Japanese patterns, and other cultural materials.
• Designed to offer a sensory and visual appreciation of the deep-rooted craftsmanship passed down across regions of Japan.
Pre-Opening Reception
Prior to the official opening, we held a reception on Tuesday, April 15th at the store for our partners and friends.
We were deeply grateful to welcome so many guests and to receive warm words of support. It was a humbling and encouraging moment that gave us a strong sense of the local community’s interest and expectations.
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Media Coverage
We are honored to have been featured in a number of local French media outlets.
〈Brand information〉
KIMONO ARCH
•Brand Concept:
“Exploring the world through Kimono”
•With KIMONO ARCH, we dream of becoming a bridge that weaves together unique personalities and cultures from all over the world.Like an ‘arch’ connecting Japan and the world, kimono and people,we invite you to discover new and unseen wonders.
Y. & SONS
•Brand Concept:
“Bespoke Kimono Tailoring Brand”
•Y. & SONS offers an extraordinary experience where tradition and innovation merge, free from conventional boundaries of kimono. By collaborating with artisans and textile producers from various regions in Japan and abroad, we create garments that expand the possibilities of kimono, incorporating new elements and techniques.
KIMONO ARCH / Y. & SONS in Paris
This space is where Japanese craftsmanship and the distinct sensibilities of two brands come together—offering a new way to appreciate and engage with the kimono.
We warmly invite you to experience our ongoing journey to connect with the world through kimono.
We look forward to welcoming you.
We’re Yamato.
A company crafting kimono
that bring dazzling dreams to life.
