August Susuki Grass Kanzashi :: Jr. Maiko

    A strange starburst of spines adorns the head of maiko for the month of August. Symbolizing the susuki grasses. This set includes Hanakanzashi, Hanagushi, Ogi and optional formal Bekkou kanzashi for Hassaku* $100L M/C/No Trans

    *Hassaku is a lot like a New Year's. In the heat of the summer, robed in the most formal black kimono, young geiko and maiko visit the teahouses, teachers, senior geiko and establishments they depend upon to express their gratitude for their support and beg their favor in the future.

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