Kokin is a slow fashion label owned and operated by me, Makiko. 

I'm a Japanese creative currently based in Brisbane, Australia.

I was born in a small beach town in Japan, where my family has lived for more than 230 years. I grew up surrounded by the ocean, rivers, and mountains, experiencing diverse culture in Japan and Australia.

My family has always cherished beautiful Japanese traditions and my grandparents have told me many stories about our culture and history since I was little. 

It all started in 2019, when my grandmother showed me a huge pile of kimonos that are no longer in use. 

I inherited all those kimonos which my grandmother used to wear on a day-to-day basis, and also including the ones she had inherited from her family.

I felt like it is my mission to find a way to bring those forgotten treasure back into our lives. Now I transform pre-loved kimonos into modern clothing, aiming to share the beauty with young generations all around the world.

The number of the items that can be made from a kimono are extremely limited. All my items are exclusive, and thoughtfully crafted just for you. Each item is unique and pre-loved, and though each garment has been carefully cleaned, some fabrics may display visible wear such as discolouration or minor stains. Yet, they are too beautiful to go to waste.

At Kokin, we celebrate the timeless beauty of pre-loved/vintage kimonos by giving them a new life through upcycling, in modern styles such as shirts, vests, and dresses. 

Made For Sensitive Skin

As someone who struggles with eczema in day-to-day life, finding comfortable garments that are kind to the skin is significant. At Kokin, we love natural fibres such as silk and cotton. Our clothing items are often done with special techniques to have clean finishes on the inside of the garment.

Join us in embracing both old and new! Enquire via contact form or email for custom pieces :)