Overview
Warp packed dense and beaten with heavy weft, so the sash creaks when tightened; its pattern derives from Buddhist implements.
About this place
Hakata-ori (博多織) is a traditional Japanese textile that has been produced in Fukuoka Prefecture for more than 770 years. There are two varieties of hakata-ori: kenjo hakata-ori and mon ori hakata-ori. Kenjo hakata-ori is woven in a traditional pattern related to Buddhist beliefs, and was influenced by fabrics produced in Sui dynasty China. Mon ori hakata-ori is the name used for hakata-ori containing multi-coloured designs. Hakata-ori is most commonly found as the material for men's obi, though both men and women wear hakata-ori obi. Hakata-ori is also used to produce a number of different products not related to kimono and kimono accessories, such as handbags, neck ties and scarves.
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Founded / opened：1235 Highlights / collection：Kenjo-gara pattern, Obi with densely set warp Genre：Textiles and dyeing
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