About Us:

Hannari-Ya began selling merchandise on Ebay in the Autumn of 2003 and has served thousands of customers all over the world since that time. Located in the ancient Capital of Kyoto Japan, we have the advantage of being at the very heart of Japanese culture. We are known for our broad and ever-changing range of unique Japanese items both classic and new. We take great pride in our speed, efficiency and honesty. Shipping from Japan is fast & efficient and payment can be made by Credit Card or PayPal. This site will become fully active in early Spring 2006. For the time being, follow the links to our Ebay Store...

Real Geisha & Maiko Cosmetics:

We carry a full line of authentic makeup items of the same type used by professional Geiko (Geisha & Maiko) and Kabuki Actors as well as many more practical items for daily use. Hundred's of quality items!

Featured Items:

Bilingual Maiko BOOK & DVD COMBO: Nihongami No Sekai This amazing bilingual (Japanese/English) book by renown Gion Hairstylist Tetsuo Ishihara unlocks all the mysteries of Kyoto's Maiko. It contains detailed instructions on how their hairstyles are created, how they apply their 'Oshiroi' makeup and even how they wear their kimono and Obi. For people interested in how Maiko actually do themselves up: this is a treasure! The deluxe, 10" X 10" (25.5 X 25.5 cm) 168 page hardcover signed edition has over 700 colour photos. Various sections shows how the hairstyles are created, how their makeup is applied, how they put on their Kimono and obi, various completed hairstyles, ornaments used and finally a section showing them dancing at 'Ozashiki' parties and other events in Kyoto. BEST: The International, zone-free DVD shows the master hairstylist in action, actually creating the hairstyles on Kyoto's Maiko, applying their makeup and putting on their Kimono. English subtitles. US $179.99	Book: 'KYOTO HANAMACHI' All About the Geiko of Gion This book is perfect for anyone who wishes to know how the Geiko (Maiko and Geisha) of Kyoto live. Included are the various rituals they participate in throughout the year, scenes from performances and of their life in the beautiful Hanamachi district. There are details about how they do their hair and 'Shiro-Nuri' Makeup as well as the exquisite accessories of their trade. The text is in both English and Japanese and every page contains beautiful colour photos of life in Gion. There is even a 2005 portrait of ALL of the Maiko currently operating in Gion-Kobu... This is a quality soft-cover book with 110 pages and measures: 7" X 8" or 17 X 19 cm. Photos show the cover with and without the 'Obi'. US $29.99	BOOK & DVD 'Kitsuke To Obi-Musubi' HOW TO WEAR KIMONO NEW: fantastic BOOK & DVD COMBO shows step by step how to wear various traditional Kimono including Furisode, Yukata, Hakama, Men's and Children's Kimono as well as how to tie most common types of Obi. There is even advice on how to fold and store Kimono. It is in Japanese but most of the 160 pages contain easy to follow illustrations. The DVD runs 83 min. and is in an 'ALL ZONE' format for viewing anywhere in the world. Learn from watching the examples by experts - even if you do not speak Japanese! This solves all the mysteries! Quality laminated soft-cover: 9 ½" X 7 ¼" (24 X 18 cm) format. US $29.99