日本のよいものを世界へ

Established in Kansei 10 (1798)

Proposing a personal approach to everyday kimono wear

Choujiya is located in a clean, modern Japanese-style space within Toranomon Hills Business Tower, directly connected to Toranomon Hills Station.Toranomon is known as an office district with people in suits, but it is actually a historic area with many long-established shops, including Choujiya.Originally in Nihonbashi, since Meiji 35 (1902) Choujiya has been located here, growing together with the neighborhood.

The store has been operating here long before this building existed, and customers enter through a separate street-facing entrance, not through the building’s main entrance.The store offers high-quality accessories for both Western and Japanese clothing, original tsumugi fabrics and obi bearing the shop’s name, and story-rich items like a Tsubo-ore coat linked to Yoko Ono.In the traditional tatami seating area, the owner sits and spreads out fabrics while consulting on outfits, giving a sense of classic Japanese commerce.

Enjoying kimono means different things to different people. Choujiya offers a wide range of options, from custom-made orders based on fabric and patterns to advice on wearing what you already own, putting the customer at the center.Even those unfamiliar with kimono can feel at ease.

For beginners who are interested but unsure where to start or want to try wearing kimono, the monthly “Outlet & Vintage Market” selling affordable second-hand kimono or the shop’s unique rental system is convenient.They also provide advice on how to make use of the kimono you already own.For those wanting to learn to dress themselves, kimono classes are available at your own pace.Photo plans are also offered for those who want to take commemorative pictures at different life stages.

Thanks to its long history and deep expertise, the shop can guide each person in a flexible and personalized way on how to enjoy kimono.

“Kimono is a sustainable garment that can be returned to a bolt of fabric. Even if your body changes, it can be resized, and stains can be moved to less visible areas or repurposed into obi or coats.Even old stains may be removed with modern stain removers, so we encourage you to consult with us freely.”

History

Founded in Kansei 10 (1798) in Omi Province (now Shiga Prefecture) as a small textile and accessory shop.The second generation, Gin’emon Kobayashi, opened a textile and large fabric shop in Edo Horidome-cho (now Nihonbashi) in Tenpo 2 (1831) and established the name “Choujiya.”Since Meiji 35 (1902) the shop has been in Toranomon, and in 2020 it moved to a corner of Toranomon Hills due to redevelopment.

We provide one-stop solutions for all things related to kimono.

Eri Kobayashi

Sixth-generation owner of Toranomon Choujiya

With our knowledge and experience, we are strong in being able to answer any questions about kimono.Please feel free to consult us about outfit advice, dressing, photo plans, stain removal, or resizing.From beginners to advanced customers enjoying custom orders, we sincerely help everyone enjoy kimono.

This Notable Item

Chouji Tsumugi

Reference price: 140,000 yen and up (photo shows owner’s personal item)

Original tsumugi developed to celebrate the new store relocation. Warm, light piece named after the shop “Chouji.”Designed with colors and patterns suitable for everyday use as well as tea gatherings and theater visits.A masterpiece that charms both first-time and long-time kimono enthusiasts.

Original shibori obi and Chouji Tsumugi

Reference price: 98,000 yen and up

Choujiya’s original shibori obi, showcasing craftsmen’s skills, costs around 130,000 yen including tailoring.The delicate shibori creates a bright, soft impression and broadens styling options.The owner, experienced with kimono, carefully designs each piece, making the shibori and colors unique.

Kizuna Rental

Reference price: casual wear 15,000 yen and up

“Kizuna Rental” stores customers’ unused kimono and lends them to others.Professionals handle coordination, dressing, and aftercare, giving peace of mind.A sustainable initiative unique to Choujiya, allowing customers to borrow kimono for everyday wear or formal occasions as needed.

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