Kyoto Flea Market
Treasure Hunt

Vintage kimono and textiles found at Kyoto’s flea markets.
Visit yourself — or explore them with Yuki live by video.

At Kyoto's monthly flea markets, you can find secondhand kimonos and obi sashes at incredibly low prices.

There are several monthly flea markets in Kyoto, but the two largest ones—the Kobo Market on the 21st and the Tenjin Market on the 25th—are where you’ll find the widest selection of kimonos.

If your trip happens to coincide with either the 21st or the 25th, you should definitely check them out. But what if you’re looking for vintage kimonos but can’t make it there? I currently offer a shopping service via video chat for customers within Japan (including U.S. military bases).

◆21th(Tue) Kobo-ichi Flea Market
9am-3pm

◆25th(Sat)  Tenjin-san Flea Market
9am-3pm
Each shopping session lasts about 1 hour.
During that time, we explore the flea market together via live video. 

There will be no shopping in May because Yuki will be away on a business trip.

10% of the total shopping amount
Minimum fee: ¥5,000
⁺Shipping Fee
(Actual cost)

Reference Information
From Kyoto to within Japan
¥3,000 - ¥6,000Arrives within 7 days of purchase date

We are currently keeping prices low as we are in the launch phase. Prices are subject to change.

20% OFF your total bill
Give  me 10 min of your time.
After you shop, please give Yuki feedback about this service. And write a customer testimonial.

1. Reserve a time slot.
   
   

2. We connect through a live video call (WhatsApp, LINE, etc.).
   
   

3. I walk through the flea market and show you kimono and obi.
   
   

4. You choose what you like.
   
   

5. I ship the items to you after the market.
   Currently shipping within Japan only (including US military bases)

The kimono industry peaked around 40 years ago in the 1980s. Its current scale in the 2020s is about one-sixth of that. Many kimonos made back then are now widely available at flea markets.

Most are in good condition, often made of high-quality silk, and feature beautiful designs.

Common selling prices are around ¥1,000, which is about $6–7 USD.

These kimonos make excellent materials for crafts like quilts once cut up. Others might remake them into jackets or skirts.

Obi sashes, with their sturdier fabric, are ideal for making bags.

Kimonos are often between 500 and 2000 yen.

Those with special embroidery or shibori patterns can cost around 20,000 to 30,000 yen.

Truly special bridal kimonos can reach about 50,000 yen.

Obi sashes are often around 1000 yen.

Those with special embroidery or gold thread can cost between 10,000 and 30,000 yen.

Prices also depend on condition, such as whether there are stains.

If you don't mind a few stains, it's actually a great deal! Especially for quilters—you can just cut out the stained parts when you make your projects.

First, I'll show you a few kimono shops at the flea market. That way, you'll get a sense of the general prices.
Then, decide how many kimonos or obi you want to buy and for what purpose.

For example:
For quilting material: 4 pieces
For interior decoration: 1 piece

Also, let me know if you have any favorite colors, motifs, or specific techniques (like shibori) you're looking for.

We have about an hour for shopping, so take your time deciding.

For those who want a lot...

At ¥1,000 per kimono, buying 10 would only cost ¥10,000 (about $60-$65). Crazy, right?
In this case, Yuki's fee at 10% would be ¥1,000 (about $6-$6.5), so I'll charge ¥5,000, the minimum fee.

Please contact Yuki via this form.

No charges apply at this stage. Feel free to reach out!

Once the market day we'll attend together is set, we'll coordinate times and shop using video chat via WhatsApp or similar.

Items are shipped immediately after purchase. (Currently Japan only)

Please contact me upon receipt.

I will then invoice you via credit card or PayPal.

"I had a wonderful experience with Yuki in Kyoto! She is kind, patient, and very knowledgeable about textiles and the cultural traditions commented to them. Yuki understood what I was looking for and helped me find several beautiful vintage kimonos at local flea markets that were perfect, both for wearing and for my sewing projects. I am so happy with the unique pieces she found for me and I can’t wait to use them! "

— Laura, Okinawa 

Spots are limited because flea markets only happen on specific dates.