Kanzashi
Kanzashi are hair ornaments worn with traditional Japanese hairstyles. The term kanzashi refers to a wide variety of accessories, including decorative pins, combs, hair sticks, and floral arrangements. Their design and materials often reflect the season, the wearer's age, and the formality of the occasion. Kanzashi have been used for centuries, evolving from simple functional hairpins to elaborate works of art.
The craftsmanship involved in creating kanzashi is highly skilled. Traditional methods include techniques like tsumami-zaiku, where
Kanzashi are most commonly seen accompanying kimono and yukata, particularly for special events like weddings, tea