SPRING KIMONO CLIPS

Konnichiwa, Maho beauty friends! Warm breezes of spring bring invigorating energy inside and out, doesn’t it? ♪ How about trying some fresh and new looks for the spring with Japanese decorative kimono hair clips? =(^.^)= Available here: http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php…
Sveiki, Maho beauty draugai! Dalinamės dar keliais segtukais iš pavasariškos japoniškų plaukų aksesuarų kolekcijos ♪

Spring themed hair accessories collection: http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=74_75

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HOW ABOUT DECORATING YOUR HAIR WITH BEAUTIFUL SPRING BLOSSOMS?🌸

Hi, Maho beauty friends!
The Spring blossoms are blooming beautifully all around us. How about trying some Japanese traditional hair style with Sakura cherry kanzashi comb? Every handmade comb has different design and pattern on them. Half up half down hair updo using kanzashi comb can give you elegant hairdo easily, suitable for any occasion. Available here: http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php…

Plaukų papuošalai su japoniškų Sakurų žiedais!

Japonijoje iki šiol populiaru plaukus puošti aksesuarais su tradiciniais motyvais. Pristatome išskirtinę pavasario kanzashi plaukų papuošalų liniją, kurioje tradicinis dizainas skoningai suderintas su šiuolaikišku ir moderniu stiliumi.
Japoniška vyšnia sakura laikoma neaoficialiu Japonijos simboliniu medžiu ir gerbiama kaip nacionalinis reliktas. Japonijoje vyšnių žydėjimas yra atrakcija, pritraukianti minias vietos gyventojų ir turistų. Nepaprastai graži ir trapi ji vadinama Japonijos siela ir savo rausvos bei baltos spalvos žiedais skelbia apie atėjusį pavasarį.

Decorative part of this small clip is made of original kimono fabric preserved in transparent acrylic. http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php?route=product%2Fproduct&path=74_75&product_id=80

Simple and Lovely ORNAMENTAL HAIR CLIP: “AKANE CHERRY BLOSSOM”
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For some elegance - ORNAMENTAL KANZASHI HAIRPIN “KOZAKURA” CHERRY TREE
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Neat and clean design. Beautiful patterns. Soft curve adjusts to the shape of the head for comfortable use.
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Sweet KIMONO PATTERN IN TRANSPARENT ACRYLIC “CHERRY”. Four colours to choose from:
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Lazy hairstyle with cute accent of Sakura decoration. Available here: http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php?route=product%2Fproduct&path=74_75&product_id=66

Simple bun + kanzashi stick - easy and comfortable everyday hairstyle: http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php?route=product%2Fproduct&path=74_75&product_id=54

Sakura... sakura... lovely kanzashi pin with bouncy petals - perfect for big bun http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php…

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Here is some tips for how to use Kanzashi (Japanese hair stick) for beautiful and elegant hairstyle:

Geisha and Plum Blossom Festival

The word geisha consists of two kanji characters, 芸 (gei) meaning “art” and 者 (sha) meaning “person” or “doer.” The most literal translation is “artist,” “performing artist,” or “artisan.”

Tea ceremony at Baikasai (Plum Blossom Festival) on February 25th in Kyoto. Source: https://www.facebook.com/discoverkyoto

An event that combines Shinto spirituality, seasonal plum blossoms, green tea , and lovely maiko and geiko, Kitano Tenmangū's Baikasai (Plum Blossom Festival) on February 25th is a must-see for anyone lucky enough to be in Kyoto!
Kitano Tenmangū in northwestern Kyoto deifies the god of scholarship, Tenjin, and serves as the head shrine of over 10,000 Tenjin shrines around the country. In the ancient past Tenjin was a man named Sugawara no Michizane, who died in exile in Dazaifu, Kyūshu. A poet as well as a politician and scholar, Michizane was known for his fondness of the plum tree, and before he left the capitol wrote a particularly famous poem urging his beloved plum tree to continue blossoming in his absence, which is why there are so many ume (plum) planted on the Kitano Tenmangū grounds. Each year on the anniversary of Michizane's passing the shrine performs important rites in order to remember the mortal man and pacify his deific spirit within the main hall, while a more cheerful atmosphere reigns outside amidst the plum blssoms, as geisha from the Kamishichiken District turn out in colorful kimono and sporting plum-themed hair accesories, serving tea in an outdoor ceremony. Source: https://www.facebook.com/discoverkyoto

The nodate (outdoor tea ceremony) is particularly popular with Kyoto citizens and tourists alike, as it is an opportunity not just to see a geisha up close, but to be served tea and even exchange a few words. These traditional Kyoto idols are popular worldwide for their grace and beauty, but most people do not have the connections in order to actually spend time in their company at a teahouse or a banquet. But at the Baikasai, a ticket worth 1,500 yen secures your entry to the outdoor tea ceremony, which comes with a traditional sweet, a cup of tea, and a chance to see these culture-preserving women at work. Source: https://www.facebook.com/discoverkyoto

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GIFT IDEAS: ADORABLE JAPANESE STYLE COSMETIC MIRRORS

One more Japanese Mothers Day gift idea: how about traditional Japanese cosmetic mirror with Maki-e style decor? This adorable mirrors surely will be appreciated by even the most shrewd of collectors. With its intricate detailing and accompanying plaque, these mirrors are a fine example of Japanese craftsmanship ♪

This original Kaga Ishikawa Japanese Lacquerware compact mirror is made with high precision to details. A delightful combination of 1,500 years Japanese traditional lacquerware art with our Modern Life.
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Stylish and small compact mirror which would fit into any size handbag and would make a very attractive little present. Elegant and fashionable design. The surface of this mirror is beautifully decorated with lovely picture of silver running rabbits. http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php?route=product%2Fproduct&path=20_63&product_id=106

Traditional Japanese kimono pattern hand mirror. Every handmade mirror has different design and wonderfully ornamented kimono pattern on them. http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php?route=product%2Fproduct&path=20_63&product_id=232

SET OF TRADITIONAL JAPANESE SAKURA PATTERN HAND MIRROR AND POUCH BAG - RED http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php?route=product%2Fproduct&path=20_63&product_id=109

Set of traditional Japanese Sakura pattern hand mirror and pouch bag  http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php?route=product%2Fproduct&path=20_63&product_id=107

Mirror comes with soft Japanese kimono pattern pouch (Kinchaku in Japanese), which protects it from scratches.  http://www.mahobeauty.com/index.php?route=product%2Fproduct&path=20_63&product_id=108

Ephemeral and so beautiful photography series "Tales From Japan" by photographer Reylia Slaby

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Photography series "Tales From Japan" by photographer Reylia Slaby

Oiran


Oiran 花魁 - Japanese courtesans back in 17th and 18th century. There're no more Oiran in modern times but there're few Matsuri (festival) parading wearing Oiran costume. 

Oiran or Japan’s highest ranking courtesans were the grandest and most spectacular women of the “floating world”. Found on tokyopic.com

No rules, no limitations, no boundaries, it's like an art - hairstyle of oiran. What do you think about hairstyle like this? 
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Oiran, known for their beauty, artistry and intelligence, dictated the fashions of the day and influenced many artists, poets and musicians. Found on stat.ameba.jp

The word oiran means “first flower” which poetically indicates their exalted status in society.
Another Oiran style hairstyle 
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An oiran’s costume consists of many layers of thick padded kimonos along with a large ornate brocade obi tied in the front as was required in her profession. (Kimonos traditionally are tied in the back).

Oiran wearing koma geta.
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Oiran are part of Japan’s cultural legacy and the famous oiran parade called the “oiran-dochu” is still re-enacted in Japan today.
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