Reducing environmental impact through kimono care, reuse and upcycling
First written in FY2023. 1 of 2 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2024. Latest entry: FY2024.
5 other companies' latest entry also says "Advanced".
- FY2024AdvancedAnnual report
「In addition, to meet requests from customers who wish to pass down family kimono, we are developing a range of plans designed to meet consumers' desire to use products carefully for many years, including newly introducing the “Mama Furisode and Sister Furisode” plan, under which furisode worn by a mother or older sister can be worn after alterations to the size and adjustments to the obi and accessories.」
In addition to kimono care and alterations, the company has introduced the Mama Furisode and Sister Furisode plan, giving concrete form to services that support the long-term use and reuse of existing products. - FY2023First statedAnnual report
「As part of our efforts to address environmental issues, we are strengthening kimono care and alteration services and working to promote the sustainable value inherent in kimono. We are also implementing and planning initiatives including the reuse of kimono and jewelry, as well as considering the development of upcycled products.」
The company identifies kimono care and alterations, the reuse of kimono and jewelry, and the development of upcycled products as new environmental initiatives related to sustainability.