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Hirosaki Kogin Institute

Aomori · Hirosaki · Art & Crafts

Japanese name: 弘前こぎん研究所

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WHAT TO DOHirosaki Kogin Institute

A Tsugaru sashiko in which hemp cloth is stitched with cotton thread to reinforce it. There are three regional styles.

WHEREAomori

Hirosaki

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Overview

A Tsugaru sashiko in which hemp cloth is stitched with cotton thread to reinforce it. There are three regional styles.

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Confirmed from the prefecturally designated crafts and craftspeople list.

Key facts

Field:Kogin embroidery

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Information checked on: 2026-09-03

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