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Moka cotton（真岡木綿）

もおかもめん Mooka Cotton

In Edo, cotton meant Mooka; the trade died out and was revived from hand-spinning up.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreDyeing and weaving
City / townMoka
Founded / openedEdo period
Area in the prefectureEastern area

FAQ

Where is Mooka Cotton?
It is in Mooka, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Mooka Cotton?
In Edo, cotton meant Mooka; the trade died out and was revived from hand-spinning up. The focus is textiles.
When was Mooka Cotton established?
It dates from the Edo period.

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Sources

Official site：https://tochigi-dentoukougeihin.info/textiles/moka-momen.html

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