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Kiryu textiles(桐生織)

きりゅうおり Kiryu Textiles

Ranked with Nishijin as Japan's other great weaving city; seven of its techniques are designated together.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreDyeing and weaving
City / townKiryu
Area in the prefectureTomo

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Where is Kiryu Textiles?
It is in Kiryū, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Kiryu Textiles?
Ranked with Nishijin as Japan's other great weaving city; seven of its techniques are designated together. The focus is textiles.
When was Kiryu Textiles established?
It dates from 714 by tradition.

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