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Tokamachi kimono（十日町きもの）

とおかまちきもの Tokamachi Kimono

Tokamachi kimono（十日町きもの）

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From ramie to silk kasuri and yuzen; the snow's humidity is what makes the dyeing work.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreDyeing and weaving
City / townTokamachi
Area in the prefectureChuetsu

FAQ

Where is Tokamachi Kimono?
It is in Tōkamachi, Niigata Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Tokamachi Kimono?
From ramie to silk kasuri and yuzen; the snow's humidity is what makes the dyeing work. The focus is textiles.
When was Tokamachi Kimono established?
It dates from the 1200s.

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