OTsukiyo is a one-woman studio founded by Sarah Armstrong — a love labour in reshaping forgotten cloth into new forms.

 

In 2015, I said goodbye to my Australian life to join my husband in Japan — first in Tokyo, then in Aomori, a region known for its snow and apples. The slower rhythm of rural life, its traditional craftsmanship, and reverence for natural materials became the grounding influence for O Tsukiyo.

 

It was here, amidst the changing northern seasons, that I first came upon forgotten kimono cloth — its quiet refinement, intricate detail, and visible history. Drawing on my background in fashion design and a deep respect for the tactile language of textiles and nature, I began exploring how these storied fabrics could be reimagined for modern life.

 

Inspired by the eco practices of Edo Japan — a time when beauty and sustainability coexisted — each piece honours the artistry of the past while embracing a gentler way of living.

 

O Tsukiyo is a dialogue between past, present, and future — spoken through cloth with history.

 

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