Koiseo Kimono Otome Vol.15 Release: A Grand Celebration of Kyoto Art and Toray Silk
The journey of Momo Nonomura has finally reached its destination. Today, March 9th, marks the release of the final 15th volume of Rei Yamazaki's beloved manga, Koiseyo Kimono Otome. To celebrate this big milestone, a massive collaboration project is being launched, featuring the Kyoto Dyeing Art Association and Toray Silk Kimono. It is a really proud moment for fans who have followed this beautiful story of traditional fashion and personal growth.
For those who are new to the series, Kimono Otome is a heart-warming work that follows the life of Momo Nonomura. Living with her family in Osaka, Momo has a deep passion for wearing kimonos and visiting real-life locations, bringing a sense of history and elegance to her modern daily life. In this final Volume 15, the story takes a grand turn as Momo travels all the way to Paris, where she interacts with various people and experiences a completely different culture while staying true to her roots. It is quite interesting to see how the author explores exploring tradition and romance through these international encounters.
Special Celebratory Events and Free Manga Access
To make the completion of the series even more special for the readers, Shinchosha's Kurage Bunch has announced that volumes 1 to 14 will be available to read for free! This offer started today and will last until 11:59 PM on March 23rd. It is a great chance for anyone to catch up on the entire story before reading the emotional finale. Along with this, several physical events are also lined up:
- Kyocera Museum of Art Exhibition: The 75th Kyoto Dyeing Art Exhibition will host a special project titled "Love Kimono Maiden x Kyoto Dyeing Art Association Kimono Exhibition" in Kyoto.
- Exhibition Dates: The event is scheduled from March 18th to March 22nd.
- What to Expect: Fans can see original drawings, reproductions of the manga's artwork, and actual kimonos from all over the country that were depicted in the series.
- Collaborative Works: Unique pieces created specifically in partnership with the Kyoto Dyeing Art Association will be on display for the public.
Fashion Collaborations and New Stories
The celebration doesn't just stop at exhibitions. In a very exciting move for fashion enthusiasts, Toray Silk Kimono is collaborating with Rei Yamazaki to release actual kimonos designed by the author herself. The collection is themed "Kimono Journey to Kyoto" and is set to launch on April 6th at the Toray Silk Kimono online store. Many people feel that why Koiseyo Kimono Otome is a must read is because of how it bridges the gap between 2D art and real-world traditional craftsmanship.
Additionally, as a special treat, a brand-new original story for Koiseo Kimono Otome will be published on Kurage Bunch. This ensures that while the main series might have concluded, the spirit of Momo’s journey continues to live on through these unique projects. It's truly a wonderful way to say goodbye to a series that has taught us so much about the beauty of Japanese attire.
