Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Oshima Tsumugi

 


Oshima Tsumugi is often used for kimonos and is known as the "Queen of Kimonos."
Oshima Tsumugi is recognized as one of the three great textiles in the world, along with Gobelin tapestries (France) and Persian carpets (Iran).
It is a fabric whose appeal is known internationally.
Oshima Tsumugi, made from 100% silk, has long been loved by people as a luxury fabric.
Made from 100% silk, it is soft and comfortable against the skin. It also has the advantage of being cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Oshima Tsumugi is woven using a method called "hiraori," in which warp and weft threads are woven alternately.
It is characterized by its low transparency, smooth feel, and symmetrical pattern.
It is processed by hand using a tightening machine.
Oshima Tsumugi is dyed using the pre-dyed method, where the threads are dyed first.
The main features of Oshima Tsumugi are its deep mud-dyed colors, delicate kasuri patterns, and its light, durable feel.
It takes a lot of time and effort to make these, so I'm grateful to the craftsmen.



Well, see you next time.






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