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What is Himejien?
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Himejien is an independent fashion and art brand based near Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded by Himeji artist and designer Yuki Matsuoka, it offers exclusive clothing, art, and gifts blending Japanese tradition, ukiyo-e, samurai culture, anime, and modern design. Discover kimono-style T-shirts, sukajan jackets, denim haori, and original artwork available only at Himejien.
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What kind of products does Himejien offer?
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Himejien offers both original designs by founder Yuki Matsuoka and a wide selection of carefully curated clothing and accessories. Many original pieces are available exclusively at Himejien. Selected items are chosen for their unique design, quality, and connection to Japanese aesthetics, art, and contemporary fashion.
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Are there products or artwork only available at your physical stores?
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Yes. Our physical stores in Himeji carry many original items that are not listed in our online shop, and you can also view and purchase original artwork by founder Yuki Matsuoka in person.
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Do you carry officially licensed anime merchandise, such as ONE PIECE, JoJo, or Demon Slayer?
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Yes, we carry officially licensed merchandise from popular anime series, including ONE PIECE, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Naruto, Dragon Ball, and Demon Slayer (Kimetsu no Yaiba), alongside our original Himejien designs.
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Do you have items that make good souvenirs or gifts from Japan?
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Yes. In addition to clothing and artwork, we carry a wide range of carefully selected gift-friendly items, such as stickers, socks, caps, scarves, and keychains inspired by Himeji Castle and Japanese culture.
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Is Himejien within walking distance of Himeji Castle?
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Yes. Our main store is about a 5–10 minute walk from Himeji Castle's Otemon Gate, making it an easy stop before or after your castle visit.
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Do you have physical stores in Himeji?
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Yes, we have three physical stores near Himeji Castle. Our main store is located at 1F HATOYA Building, 48 Gofuku-machi, Himeji, Hyogo 670-0923, Japan, about a 5–10 minute walk from the castle. View our main store on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6XH8mNVtEWMuuDUs5
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What languages do the staff speak?
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Our staff can assist you in both Japanese and English.
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Can I try on clothes before purchasing?
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Yes, fitting rooms are available at our stores, and you're welcome to try on any item before you buy.
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What payment methods do you accept?
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We accept major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, and Diners), cash in Japanese yen, and cashless payments including Alipay.
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Do you ship internationally?
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Yes, Himejien ships internationally from Himeji, Japan. International orders are shipped by DHL. Shipping fees and delivery times vary depending on the destination. Any customs duties or import taxes are the customer’s responsibility.
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Do I have to pay customs duties or taxes for international orders?
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Yes, customs duties and taxes may apply depending on your country’s regulations. These charges are not included in the product price or shipping fee and will be the buyer’s responsibility. We recommend checking with your local customs office for more details.
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What is your dream?
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World peace.