— The Strange Aunt Theory — Shichi-Go-San is a special day.But for a three-year-old, what does it really feel like? A place they don’t know.Clothes they’ve never worn.Surrounded by unfamiliar adults. Of course they’re nervous. And yet, at the scene, adults often say things like:“Smile for the camera!”“Big smile!” …Honestly,how is a three-year-old supposed to […]

Shichi-Go-San is a beautiful cultural tradition to celebrate children growing up —but here in Los Angeles, something even more special happens when families choose to wear kimono together. When Mom Wears Kimono, Everything Changes During a recent session, a mother decided to dress in kimono with her twin children. The moment she stepped out…her kids […]