The Secrets to How Pregnant Women Wear Kimono | The Special Techniques and Items

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[@Mortablunt]

You're on her more than her own hair is!

[@LadyRubyEye]

Shogo and Harumi single-handedly fixing Japan's declining birthrate lmfao congats on your third child!

[@idealusernames]

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[@3katfox]

Right??? What a patriot! 😂

[@rachelhoward1970]

🤦‍♀️ Not me thinking that making kimono more accessible during pregnancy was going to fix Japan’s declining birth rate…

[@maggiem6209]

They're troopers, for sure! So happy they are adding to their lovely family.

[@Timbot2002]

This is my first time to hear Harumi-san speak so much English. As a linguist I find her accent wonderfully unidentifiable. There are bits of Mandarin phonology and bits of Japanese, crating a beautiful accent that is simultaneously in two places, yet also nowhere 🙂

[@maggiem6209]

Absolutely lovely and melodic! I was thinking the same thing!

[@emmareisenberg8107]

I would love to hear her narrating an audio book.

[@randommeasures4618]

Harumi makes wearing kimono seem less intimidating and easy to adjust to personal comfort! Great demonstration and explanation!

[@masodemic4509]

One of my favorite things about kimono is that you adjust each minor element to your liking. The kimono may have been tailored in a general shape but when you wear it, you own it completely.

[@silvia-with-an-i]

I love seeing Harumi become the protagonist of your videos! She's so interesting! Harumi-san, please consider narrating more of Shogo's videos!

[@gwammeh]

This was actually really interesting to watch. I’d noticed the waistband being higher than normal in the first shot but the rest of it was all stuff that I never would’ve thought about. Thank you so much for showing us, Harumi!

[@georgiascarlett9679]

I watched a video explaining how as women would always be pregnant and their figures constantly changing, all clothing had to function as 'maternity wear' and it has completely changed my view on women's fashion history. Clothing was very expensive back then so one of the primary functions of kimono was to be comfortable for women at all stages of pregnancy.

[@maike4833]

I remember asking about wearing kimono during pregnancy back when you announced that you guys were expecting. Thank you so much for making this video, I'm super excited to watch it!

[@cassif19]

This is one of the most flattering outfits I've ever seen on a very pregnant woman! It looks so balanced!

[@eerieq1555]

Wow Harumi is glowing! It was interesting that you brought up how Kimono would have been worn in the past while pregnant. I would love to see a video on what was different about pregnancy and childbirth in the past as well!

[@VictorLonmo]

I could not help but notice how much Harumi's english has improved! I hope all goes well with the pregnancy.

[@DannyJane.]

First, congratulations to you both! I am so glad you did this video. Although I'm not pregnant, I do have problems wearing kimono because I am very much larger than Japanese women usually are. Most kimono don't close properly on me and I've had issues moving around without unwanted exposure. I had hopes Harumi's methods might help, but alas they don't--however, it was very informative and fun to watch. I had wondered how a kimono might solve the problem. Thank you for a fun video.

[@catherinebond7474]

I am also a larger woman and wondered if her information could be applied.

[@ZeLeninovoMasoveRizoto]

It probably depends on how your problems are shaped

[@DannyJane.]

@@ZeLeninovoMasoveRizoto From the back I make people think of oil tankers.

[@kme]

You can get kimono specially tailored for your size. I'm on the bigger side too, and I was in Kyoto looking at kimono when the saleswoman said they could sew one specifically for me. The problem was I was only there for the day, and the timelines (and finances, bc not cheap - looking at the equivalent of a couple of thousand dollars for a custom kimono, and this was in 2009) didn't work out (takes 2 weeks), but it is doable...

[@DannyJane.]

@@kme I am aware of having kimono specially made and the next time I'm in Kyoto I plan to. However, it doesn't solve the problem of the kimono I already have. Two of them are so small they don't even close--let alone overlap. I do sew, therefore I'm looking for ways to combine the two of them into one single, wearable kimono. Do you know of anyone who has done this?

[@burntcookies5427]

Those stretchy pregnancy-friendly strings are amazing. I assume it is common for non-pregnant people to use these products to make kimono dressing easier (in a non-formal occasion)?

[@PixieMermaid-fz9rt]

I wore a kimono when I was 8 months pregnant and almost passed out. It was just too constricting for my body so I'm impressed Harumi wears kimono regularly when pregnant.

[@heleninglis9961]

Harumi just radiates beauty inside & out. ❤

[@StarslightAndDreams]

Harumi looks beautiful! I noticed she's talking so fluently now too!

[@cardboard.5126]

Congratulations on your third child! Ahhh more information for me to fantasised about! (I sometimes have fantasy about wearing a kimono)

[@tylerstewart6376]

Congrats on your third child. Harumi looks nice in her kimono and I hope you guys son grows up happy and healthy and hope the same for your daughters. And shogo I hope your hands keep getting better even if they will never be 100% better.

[@rift_2074]

Thank you to Harumi for being a deticated teacher and getting pregnent in order to most accurately make this video.👍

[@melissaramsey3854]

When I was pregnant last year, I tried to find reference on how to wear a kimono with a big belly. I couldn't find much so thank you for making this video! I'll have to try in a few years when I have another baby!🙂

[@kiwiinjapan2762]

I feel like some of these adjustments would be useful for those of us that are more circular or pear shaped so that we could also wear kimono comfortably

[@dotty7789]

Harumi-san is glowing! Congratulations on your third child!

[@RandiPoitras]

I will probably never be pregnant and will probably never wear kimono but I loved this

[@LetsaskShogo]

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[@katharinemay4040]

Harumi-san, you are glowing! Congratulations to you both and best wishes for the health of mom and baby!

[@Black_Samurai-fish]

Thank you so much!!!! I’m 22 weeks pregnant and it’s getting hard to wear kimono daily because of my big belly! 😂😂 No one talks about this!!! ❤❤❤❤❤ thank you!!!

[@zackallen76]

Thank you for sharing this. I knew that properly wearing a kimono meant maintaining a flat form as much as possible, and a pregnancy would make that difficult.

[@Rumade]

Who else is watching this instead of cramming for the December JLPT? 😭This was super interesting, thank you! I've seen elasticated obi for onsen yukata, so that when you're onsen hopping you don't have to keep tying your obi; but would that be considered too casual with a regular kimono?

[@lwolfstar7618]

Its lovely seeing Harumi as always! This was fascinating and very informative!

[@maggiem6209]

The firm colin belt is SO clever!! I've been studying kimonos for years and I've never seen one. That's amazing. So cool to see the towel folding. I would have never thought to tie in such a shape! Also, congratulations on your baby!! What a wonderful bit of news to hear, that you're adding to your lovely family.

[@CaribouOrange]

Such a charismatic pair. Lovely.

[@hollyingraham3980]

That was fascinating! I used to be a kabuki dresser, but we never learned anything like this! Hope all is going as magically as your new accessories.

[@Mortablunt]

Harumi's English is becoming much better!

[@bobbibuttons8730]

I adore Harumi, she has much a beautiful face and her accent is so charming. Congratulations to both of you for the new baby and I must say one other thing, Harumi is blooming with her pregnancy, she is absolutely glowing in that way that only pregnant ladies can

[@kezukivalentine5071]

Aw Harumi looks so gorgeous in her kimono. Once again congratulations on the baby

[@monicab204]

Wonderful to have products to help make kimono dressing easier. I think I would use the easier stretchy items always. 🙂

[@MaryannT]

Congratulations to your family and thank you for this demonstration on how to wear kimono in such an unusual (for us today) situation!

[@okiedokie4983]

Harumi is so beautiful! I love seeing her in your videos. Wishing you both a happy, healthy baby ❤

[@peachiegrinsxd]

Your wife is so cute!!! Hoping for a easy and safe pregnancy and delivery for both her and baby! ❤

[@voytecco6104]

Dziękujemy.

[@cskillet2003]

Congratulations! I'm glad you have another addition to your family!

[@Nikki_Catnip]

Harumi is so adorable! 🥺✨ Love having her be the main star of a video. Also congratulations on the new baby! A Boy! How exciting! 😊

[@cutiesweaterpaws]

Congrats with the third baby on the way! Harumi looks absolutely beautiful!!

[@thekennek]

Congrats on your third baby! Harumi is glowing :)

[@Pinkpanini]

Yay, I've been curious about this for some time now. Meanwhile, Harumi is glowing. Stay healthy!

[@gabriellehall698]

A very interesting video- the first time I've ever heard someone talking about undergarments for Kimono to!

[@IKuraiKuraiI]

Harumi is so cute! i enjoyed learning how she dresses in kimono.very awesome!

[@gwillis01]

Hello Shogo and Harumi. thank you for a pleasant video

[@Theorof]

Wow, Zen will be here soon! 🎂

[@goddessofcode]

Harumi-san is so pretty! Congrats on your pregnancy, and thank you for sharing how you wear your kimono!

[@purpleicicles]

Ohhhhh, I missed the wonderful news! Congratulations to you both on your pregnancy! ❤️

[@jasminylitalo8771]

WHAAT! i've been watching you for so long and i had NO idea you were expecting again!! CONGRATS

[@CyberMercy]

Thank you for sharing! so fascinating! an often neglected topic by most mainstream historic/cultural fashion presentations

[@vulpinegamer80]

The kimonos are so beautifully made and look so comfortable , thank you for your videos :3

[@Kagenoaki]

Absolutely stunning! And congratulations on the baby!

[@sierrah5928]

I loved this , this was so interesting and neat to see how it’s adapted! And to speculate about what other pregnant people did in the past.

[@eternaldreamer8764]

I’ve been wondering this for a long time! Thank you for sharing!

[@CrusifoxMedia]

Congrats on your 3rd baby💜💜💜 2 mini Harumis and now mini Shogo time!

[@BlueStorm0915]

I love this! I just found this channel, and this video popped up as I was browsing your videos. I would love a video showing how to wear a martial arts gi when pregnant. I feel like I look goofy no matter what I do.

[@mariacavanaugh1010]

So fascinating to watch and learn from you both. 🤓 Thank you Harumi -sanfor the demonstration. 🥰 In 1989 I was taking a Japanese Culture class and my Sensei told us about the modern Obi that was pre-tied for convenience. I like that even now the traditional Kimono continues to adapt with modern products.😎

[@deannagarrison6562]

Thank you for sharing! And congratulations to the both of you on the upcoming baby

[@MissGroves]

Wonderful video! Harumi -san looks so beautiful

[@philipcable437]

Thankyou Harumi and Shogo for yet another fascinating and educational video. I think we all have had our lives enriched due to the cultural content of your channel.

[@narut9242]

This was so cool and informative! Was so great learning more about kimono culture

[@kurtc6372]

Such open innocence. 🙏🏼

[@hanikazuha]

I just thought about this yesterday while making Japanese-themed fanfiction 😂 thank you for answering my bed thought 🙏🏼

[@taschak3889]

Thank you so much for this Viedeo! I'm also really interested how you wear a Kimono while breastfeeding.

[@greenmtnmellie]

She looks absolutely beautiful. I've been curious about wearing kimono, because I'm Western and overweight. They're fascinating and I love the colors & patterns.

[@razorsharpcodm5955]

I love this intro! It's sick!

[@TheDriedfrogpills]

Thank you for sharing with us, Harumi-san! Also best of luck with the birth of your third child! I hope everything goes well!

[@SupremeViola]

Congratulations on your expanding family!

[@tulekahju]

I know this may sound silly or too personal a question, but seeing her so heavily pregnant made me curious about how women use the restroom while wearing a kimono. Especially, since pregnancy increases the frequency of it. Do they have to untie it every time or is there some trick to it?

[@Black_Samurai-fish]

You just pull it up. I believe there’s videos on KZbin about it actually. I’m 22 weeks and wear kimono and it’s easy to do. Although still annoying to need to pee every 5 minuets 😂 it helps to tuck the kimono into the top of the Obi to hold it up so it’s more hands free.

[@ChococatSoftPaws]

So Gorgeous & Healthy🥳🥳 Congratulations 🥳🥳

[@lastnamefirstname8655]

interesting. thanks shogo and harumi.

[@UrbanHomesteadMomma]

Congrats on the pregnancy (baby)… you look lovely, glowing.

[@rolandgdean]

Very interesting info and a well made video. How do you two still look 20 years old?! I must know the secret! lol

[@LetsaskShogo]

😂

[@tanyagarcia3721]

I like how she hums in agreement

[@freakinggenius5710]

Very happy for you✨ Hope everything will be fine

[@trefoli1658]

Harumi looks beautiful (as always) and I love her commentary and explanations, she always makes things look and sound so easy. I'm curious if the towels/extra padding over the chest feels uncomfortable during Japan's hot and humid summers since I have trouble finding bras that are comfy enough in that kind of weather.

[@midori3880]

Does the higher obi/waistbands underneath ever bother her chest? I know some women get very sensitive when pregnant and was wondering if the top line of the obi ever dug in uncomfortably and, if so, how does she deal with it?

[@alondrarosario9439]

Awesome. Thanks for the cool info.

[@TerryTheNewsGirl]

I'm not pregnant, but to have a menopause bump, so this really helped.

[@monogurui6533]

Congratulations guys!

[@FroggiesAnonymous]

Amazing!!!! I like wearing hakama and Michi!

[@Son-of-the-Mother-Aya]

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!

[@valeriegirard4798]

Very interesting video. Kimono is really the perfect thing to Wear !

[@reapersoul3994]

I really like Japan,and your videos are really helping out. First

[@tokyorosa]

Thank you, Hiromi and Shogo, for showing us more about this interesting topic. I noticed that I rarely saw obviously pregnant women out and about when I lived in Tokyo. Do women try to stay home as much as possible while they are pregnant?

[@songthanh896]

Your English is so wonderful, Harumi-san. What a happy couple! 素晴らしい！

[@Sovereignty3]

Me: Well I guess they wore Clothing while they were pregnant historically. Ok that knot with our a knot is chefs kiss! The modern adaptions are really awsome!

[@Foreverchris01]

Congrats on your third baby. It's an interesting demonstration of how the kimono is worn by pregnant women.

[@AriaLavinde]

An interesting question we do not see brought often, but which has a bunch more specifics than we may think of before we can say "yes". Thank you for this video, Shogo-san and Harumi-san, and congratulations for your third baby! 😊 A question comes to my mind out of curiosity. But I wonder if the average difference of 20% in size in case of a twin pregnancy would make a big difference in how the kimono is worn along with those extra pieces to ease onto the belly. I will probably look it up while I am onto the question. In any case, best wishes for the months to come to you two! :D

[@Sarappreciates]

You're such a cute couple! ❤

[@dirtcop11]

Shogo and Harumi, repopulating Japan one baby at a time. She looks close to her due date. Will he be here before Christmas?

[@catladynikki2024]

Awesome!

[@funsea4167]

おめでとう！🍾

[@ayakotami3318]

On the tabi socks: In 2023 one of my friends said she forgot to put them on before getting dressed. She was 7 months and said she about toppled over, but grabbed the nearest object. . .her dresser. Scary when it happened of course, but now laughs about it. 😂 She was wearing it because her sister was getting married. She told me she tied her kimono a bit loose too, but you couldn't tell it in photos. She sent me one and she looked so gorgeous like Harumi does in this video. And a late congratulations 🎊

[@blucrystalbee2271]

Congratulations on the child!

[@john_kramer516]

So that’s a secret I’ve always wanted to know

[@natasha1717]

Harumi is soooo cute and pretty.

[@annabees]

everything is so cleverly thought through! I'm wondering though, if it's summer time, would you still have so many layer (with the towels)? Should be a bit hot, no?