History of Kyogofuku Miyashita
First Generation – Taro Miyashita
The story of Kyogofuku Miyashita began with a single yuzen artist.
Taro Miyashita, the founder, was a yuzen painter known for his delicatebrushwork in kimono design.
However, after returning from World War II, he developed central serousretinopathy, which significantly impaired his vision.
He was forced to give up his path as an artist halfway through his journey.
Yet, his desire to “deliver beautiful kimono” never faded.
In 1953, he founded Kyogofuku Miyashita.
Drawing upon his artistic sensibility, he began visiting customers one by one,presenting custom-made kimono designs created on paper.
Each piece started from a single bolt of white fabric.
By cherishing the connections with customers and artisans above all, he laidthe foundation of the business.
Second Generation – Koichi Miyashita
The second generation, Koichi, inherited his father’s spirit and greatlyexpanded the business.
In 1962, he joined the kimono wholesaler Chikiriya.
However, the following year, due to his father’s illness, he left the company tosupport the family business.
At a young age, he took on the responsibility of the business, traveling acrossJapan, including Tokyo and Nagoya, building relationships with customers oneby one.
In 1973, he built a new shop and residence in Okazaki Kitagoshocho.
n 1977, he organized exhibitions of his father’s works at prestigious restaurantsand ryokan, sharing the beauty and value of kimono with a wider audience.(
Tokyo Kanetanaka, Arashiyama Kitcho, Izu Sanyo-so, among others)
In the spring of 2003, he established a new store in OkazakiHigashifukunokawacho, beginning a new chapter as a “house of gratitude.”
Third Generation – Takayuki Miyashita
The third generation, Takayuki, has faced the changing role of kimono inmodern society.
After graduating from university and gaining experience in the kimono industry,he joined the family business.
However, the environment surrounding kimono had changed dramatically.
“Selling kimono alone will not sustain the culture.”
With this belief, during the COVID-19 period, he launched the initiative“Tsunagu, Tsumugu, Hagukumu no Kai” (Connecting, Weaving, NurturingGathering).
He created opportunities for people to wear kimono,to meet artisans directly, and to engage in meaningful conversations.
By actively participating in cross-industry communities, he has built a newnetwork centered around kimono culture.
And Today
Kyogofuku Miyashita began with the spirit of an artist,has been nurtured through human connections,and continues to evolve with the times.
What remains unchanged is the dedication to each kimono,
and the belief in connecting people through it.
We will continue to carry the culture of kimono into the future.