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Kakegawa kuzufu（掛川の葛布）

かけがわのくずふ Kakegawa Kuzufu Cloth

Kakegawa kuzufu（掛川の葛布）

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Fibre fermented out of kudzu vine and woven into a silk-like cloth, once used for sliding doors and wall covering.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreDyeing and weaving
City / townKakegawa
Founded / openedEdo period
Area in the prefectureWestern area

FAQ

Where is Kakegawa Kuzufu Cloth?
It is in Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Kakegawa Kuzufu Cloth?
Fibre fermented out of kudzu vine and woven into a silk-like cloth, once used for sliding doors and wall covering. The focus is textiles.
When was Kakegawa Kuzufu Cloth established?
It dates from the Edo period.

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