History

Where to start?! Braiding silk and thread has been part of almost every culture throughout the ages. Specifically, the Japanese began braiding cord and silk for Samurai warriors to lace & decorate their armor and scabbards.

It further developed into a decorative way of fastening kimonos around 550 AD. The Japanese developed particular styles that allowed for braids of superior intricacy. With more delicate methods came more decorative braids, until each braid was so unique that it became a symbol of a Japanese warrior’s status.

Now let’s see some Kumihimo beads and braids –>