Japan Art Restoration, Documentation Lab™ & Condition Reports | Japonista

Clarity, Care and Gentle Improvements

The Lab exists to help you understand, present and preserve your objects. From simple cleaning and steaming to detailed condition reports, we prepare items for travel, display or sale.

Services Available

  • Condition reports with HD photography
  • Light surface cleaning (where safe and appropriate)
  • Kimono steaming and basic textile prep
  • Cel flattening and presentation support
  • Minor repairs and stabilization
  • Pre-shipping inspection to document current condition

Respect for Age and Character

We favor gentle approaches that respect the age, patina and original character of each piece. Our goal is not to erase history, but to protect it and present it clearly.

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Tell us what you would like us to assess, and we will suggest the most suitable combination of reporting, cleaning or minor restoration.

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