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Silk floss drawn into thread by hand without twisting, then woven on a back-strap loom; UNESCO Intangible Heritage.
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Yūki-tsumugi (結城紬) is a variety of silk cloth produced in Japan, chiefly in Yūki in Ibaraki Prefecture. It is designated as one of the Important Intangible Cultural Properties of Japan, and has also been inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
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Founded / opened：Nara period Highlights / collection：Thread hand-spun from floss silk, Weaving on a ground loom Genre：Textiles and dyeing
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