Izumo Taisha Exclusive Kimono Shop 'Kusatani', Approaching its 100th Anniversary, Merges with Matsue's Long-Standing Wedding Kimono Shop 'Muramatsu'
Kusatani, a wedding kimono and bridal support company dedicated to Izumo Taisha Shrine and approaching its 100th anniversary, has merged with Muramatsu, a long-standing wedding kimono specialty store in Matsue with over 60 years of history. The merged entity will operate as 'MAISON KUSATANI MATSUE' in Matsue, expanding Kusatani's service area across the San-in region and offering a comprehensive, one-stop solution for wedding attire and services.
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Yugen Kaisha Kusatani (Location: Shimane Prefecture, Izumo City, Taisha-cho Kitzuki Minami 862-7, Representative Director: Chiaki Kusatani), which handles wedding attire, bridal support, and hotel operations exclusively for Izumo Taisha Shrine, announces its merger with Kabushiki Kaisha Muramatsu (Location: Shimane Prefecture, Matsue City, Tenjin-cho 21, Representative Director: Naohisa Muramatsu), a long-standing specialty wedding kimono store founded in 1962. The merged entity will launch 'MAISON KUSATANI MATSUE' at the former Muramatsu store.
Through this merger, Kusatani will establish its third base in Matsue, following Izumo and Yonago, and will provide comprehensive wedding kimono services across the wider San-in region, from eastern Shimane Prefecture to western Tottori Prefecture.
Background and Thoughts on Merger
'Muramatsu', a long-standing specialty store, has been providing wedding kimonos in Matsue for over 60 years since its founding in 1962. Rooted in the castle town of Matsue, the store has supported the grand occasions of the local community, with its valuable assets including a collection of high-end Japanese attire, featuring works by successive artists like Akimasa Akiyama, and trust cultivated over many years from the region.
To ensure that the spirit of 'Muramatsu', which has walked with the people of Matsue for over 60 years, is not lost and to continue preserving it as a cherished local kimono store, a merger with Kusatani has been decided.
About the New Store 'MAISON KUSATANI MATSUE'
The new store name 'MAISON KUSATANI MATSUE' embodies the aspiration for a store that fuses Kusatani's long-standing achievements, approaching its 100th anniversary in 2027, with the dignity of Matsue, a castle town.
The lineup of high-end wedding kimonos, which Muramatsu has inherited for over 60 years, and Muramatsu's signature collections, including works by successive brands, will be carried over and continuously introduced to the local community.
Kusatani's expertise in bridal services, cultivated through a wide range of offerings including Izumo Taisha weddings, will also be provided in the Matsue area, catering to various occasions such as weddings, coming-of-age ceremonies, graduation ceremonies, and guest attire.
One-Stop Support for Wedding Attire in the San-in Area
With this merger, the Kusatani Group will be able to provide services at the following three bases:
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Base |
Location |
Main Service Area |
|---|---|---|
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Kusatani Izumo Store |
Shimane Prefecture, Izumo City, Tenjin-cho 3-1 |
Izumo, Ota Area |
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MAISON KUSATANI MATSUE (Newly Established) |
Shimane Prefecture, Matsue City, Tenjin-cho 21 |
Matsue, Yasugi, Unnan Area |
|
Kusatani Yonago Store |
Tottori Prefecture, Yonago City, Higashifukuhara 5-1-1 |
Yonago, Sakaiminato, Saihaku Area |
Through the collaboration of these three bases, we have established a system that can provide one-stop services, from wedding attire to Izumo Taisha wedding support, across the wide San-in area, from eastern Shimane Prefecture to western Tottori Prefecture.
New Store Overview
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Store Name |
MAISON KUSATANI MATSUE (Maison Kusatani Matsue) |
|---|---|
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Location |
Shimane Prefecture, Matsue City, Tenjin-cho 21 |
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Access |
10 minutes walk from JR Matsue Station |
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Opening Date |
April 1, 2026 |
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Business Hours |
9:00 - 18:00 |
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Holidays |
Wednesdays |
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Main Services |
Wedding kimono rental (Shiromuku, Uchikake, Montsuki Hakama, Wedding Dress) / Guest attire rental (Tomesode, Furisode, Morning suit, etc.) / Coming-of-age ceremony & graduation ceremony attire / Izumo Taisha wedding support / Shrine wedding support (coordination with Kusatani Group) |
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Inquiries |
0852-24-2222 |
New Store Overview
【Yugen Kaisha Kusatani (Company)】
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Official Name |
Yugen Kaisha Kusatani |
|---|---|
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Founding |
1927 (Showa 2) / Approaching 100th Anniversary in 2027 |
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Representative Director |
Chiaki Kusatani |
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Location |
Shimane Prefecture, Izumo City, Taisha-cho Kitzuki Minami 862-7 |
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Business Description |
Rental clothing store / Bridal produce (operates Izumo Enmusubi Net) / Marriage consultation office / Kimono dressing / Hair makeup / Salon / Photography / Hotel |
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Achievements |
Exclusive for Izumo Taisha Wedding Venue, Exclusive for Izumo-kyo Wedding Venue, comprehensive wedding support for over 50,000 cases / Wa Auberge Kararako [Wood Design Award 2024 Winner] |
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Official Website |
https://www.kusatani.com/ |
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Izumo Taisha Wedding Support Site Izumo Enmusubi Net |
https://izumo-enmusubi.net/ |
【Kabushiki Kaisha Muramatsu (Merged Company)】
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Official Name |
Kabushiki Kaisha Muramatsu |
|---|---|
|
Founding |
1962 (Showa 37) |
|
Location |
Shimane Prefecture, Matsue City, Tenjin-cho 21 |
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Business Description |
High-end wedding kimono specialty store (rental clothing) |
|
Features |
San-in's leading wedding kimono store, handling collections by successive artists like Akimasa Akiyama, and luxury brands such as LANVIN. |
【Inquiries Regarding This Matter】
Bride Center Kusatani, Kanetsuki
TEL: 0853-31-7172 / E-mail: izumo@kusatani.com
Reception Hours: 9:00 - 18:00 (Holidays: Wednesdays)
Official Website: https://www.kusatani.com/