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“Komon” refers to textiles dyed using stencils to create a repeating pattern of small motifs at regular intervals.
The term komon (“small pattern”) distinguishes from larger motifs, such as daimon (large patterns) and chūgata (medium patterns).
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“Komon” refers to textiles dyed using stencils to create a repeating pattern of small motifs at regular intervals.
The term komon (“small pattern”) distinguishes from larger motifs, such as daimon (large patterns) and chūgata (medium patterns).
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From the 16th century onward, textiles such as batik and chintz—dyed with intricate and colorful designs—were brought to Japan.
Inspired by these imported fabrics, Japanese artisans later began creating their own versions.
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From the 16th century onward, textiles such as batik and chintz—dyed with intricate and colorful designs—were brought to Japan.
Inspired by these imported fabrics, Japanese artisans later began creating their own versions.
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Kasuri(Japanese Ikat) is a relatively new dyeing and weaving technique in the long history of Japanese textiles.
Kasuri is admired for its softly blurred patterns and gentle tonal variations, created by pre-dyeing the threads before weaving.
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Kasuri(Japanese Ikat) is a relatively new dyeing and weaving technique in the long history of Japanese textiles.
Kasuri is admired for its softly blurred patterns and gentle tonal variations, created by pre-dyeing the threads before weaving.
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Ōshima Tsumugi is a plain-woven silk textile traditionally produced on Amami Ōshima Island in Japan.
For dyeing the silk threads, a unique method is used: the yarns are first dyed with Yeddo hawthorn, then fixed with iron-rich mud.
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Ōshima Tsumugi is a plain-woven silk textile traditionally produced on Amami Ōshima Island in Japan.
For dyeing the silk threads, a unique method is used: the yarns are first dyed with Yeddo hawthorn, then fixed with iron-rich mud.
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The arabesque pattern has been used in Japan since ancient times.
It depicts continuous designs in which plant leaves and flowers are connected with vine-like curves, or sometimes consists solely of repeated vine motifs.
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The arabesque pattern has been used in Japan since ancient times.
It depicts continuous designs in which plant leaves and flowers are connected with vine-like curves, or sometimes consists solely of repeated vine motifs.
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Shibori dyeing is a traditional resist-dyeing technique.
To reduce the time and cost required for authentic shibori, artisans developed methods to reproduce shibori-like patterns using stencil dyeing instead.
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Shibori dyeing is a traditional resist-dyeing technique.
To reduce the time and cost required for authentic shibori, artisans developed methods to reproduce shibori-like patterns using stencil dyeing instead.
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The gourd, the fruit of a plant in the cucumber family, has long been used as a practical container for holding water or sake in Japan.
Because of its widening shape toward the bottom, the gourd has been regarded as an auspicious symbol.
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The gourd, the fruit of a plant in the cucumber family, has long been used as a practical container for holding water or sake in Japan.
Because of its widening shape toward the bottom, the gourd has been regarded as an auspicious symbol.
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The Tatewaku pattern is one of Japan’s classic traditional motifs.
It features pairs of curved lines placed side by side, where each line swells outward in the middle and tapers toward both ends.
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The Tatewaku pattern is one of Japan’s classic traditional motifs.
It features pairs of curved lines placed side by side, where each line swells outward in the middle and tapers toward both ends.
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Designs featuring the swallow have long been used in the decorative arts of East Asia, including Japan and China.
The swallow has been cherished as a bird that heralds the arrival of spring and is regarded as an auspicious symbol.
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Designs featuring the swallow have long been used in the decorative arts of East Asia, including Japan and China.
The swallow has been cherished as a bird that heralds the arrival of spring and is regarded as an auspicious symbol.
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Kuzufu is a traditional Japanese textile woven from the fibers of kudzu.
Cloth woven from kudzu fibers, called kuzufu, is known for its natural luster, lightness, water resistance, and heat-retaining qualities.
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Kuzufu is a traditional Japanese textile woven from the fibers of kudzu.
Cloth woven from kudzu fibers, called kuzufu, is known for its natural luster, lightness, water resistance, and heat-retaining qualities.
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Shibori dyeing is a traditional resist-dyeing technique.
To reduce the time and cost required for authentic shibori, artisans developed methods to reproduce shibori-like patterns using stencil dyeing instead.
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Shibori dyeing is a traditional resist-dyeing technique.
To reduce the time and cost required for authentic shibori, artisans developed methods to reproduce shibori-like patterns using stencil dyeing instead.
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The San-Kuzushi pattern is a continuous design featuring stripes arranged vertically and horizontally in a stone-paving-like layout.
This pattern was widely used in textiles and was believed to symbolize abundance and rich harvests in japan
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The San-Kuzushi pattern is a continuous design featuring stripes arranged vertically and horizontally in a stone-paving-like layout.
This pattern was widely used in textiles and was believed to symbolize abundance and rich harvests in japan
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In the Edo period, sample books were created by pasting pieces of stenciled washi (Japanese paper) to serve as references for katazome (stencil-dyeing) designs.
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In the Edo period, sample books were created by pasting pieces of stenciled washi (Japanese paper) to serve as references for katazome (stencil-dyeing) designs.
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In Japanese art, subjects inspired by nature — known as kacho fugetsu (“flowers, birds, wind and moon,” evoking landscapes and the changing seasons) — have long been central themes.
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In Japanese art, subjects inspired by nature — known as kacho fugetsu (“flowers, birds, wind and moon,” evoking landscapes and the changing seasons) — have long been central themes.
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This pattern is a continuous design featuring stripes arranged vertically and horizontally in a stone-paving-like layout.
During the Edo period, this pattern was widely used in textiles and was believed to symbolize abundance and rich harvests.
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This pattern is a continuous design featuring stripes arranged vertically and horizontally in a stone-paving-like layout.
During the Edo period, this pattern was widely used in textiles and was believed to symbolize abundance and rich harvests.
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The Sayagata is a pattern composed of interlocking swastika-like forms.
Because the pattern repeats continuously without interruption, Sayagata came to be regarded as an auspicious motif symbolizing prosperity and longevity.
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The Sayagata is a pattern composed of interlocking swastika-like forms.
Because the pattern repeats continuously without interruption, Sayagata came to be regarded as an auspicious motif symbolizing prosperity and longevity.
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The Carp has long been known as the “king of river fish” in japan.
Inspired by a Chinese legend in which a koi swims upstream through the rapids at the Dragon Gate and transforms into a dragon, it has come to symbolize success and rising in life.
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The Carp has long been known as the “king of river fish” in japan.
Inspired by a Chinese legend in which a koi swims upstream through the rapids at the Dragon Gate and transforms into a dragon, it has come to symbolize success and rising in life.
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“Komon” refers to textiles dyed using stencils to create a repeating pattern of small motifs at regular intervals.
The term komon (“small pattern”) distinguishes from larger motifs, such as daimon (large patterns) and chūgata (medium patterns).
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“Komon” refers to textiles dyed using stencils to create a repeating pattern of small motifs at regular intervals.
The term komon (“small pattern”) distinguishes from larger motifs, such as daimon (large patterns) and chūgata (medium patterns).
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Fans (Ougi) have traditionally been used in ceremonies and to stay cool during the summer.
When opened, a fan spreads out widely, which has long been seen as a symbol of good luck and prosperity in japan.
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Fans (Ougi) have traditionally been used in ceremonies and to stay cool during the summer.
When opened, a fan spreads out widely, which has long been seen as a symbol of good luck and prosperity in japan.
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Rag weaving is a plain-weave textile made by weaving strips of old or worn-out cloth into the weft.
This technique arose from the wisdom and ingenuity of people who lived largely self-sufficient lives and could not easily buy new goods.
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Rag weaving is a plain-weave textile made by weaving strips of old or worn-out cloth into the weft.
This technique arose from the wisdom and ingenuity of people who lived largely self-sufficient lives and could not easily buy new goods.
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The male mandarin duck is striking, with its colorful plumage, side feathers,crest.
The image of two ducks side by side came to represent a harmonious couple, and the birds’ beautiful wings were stylized into decorative patterns in japan.
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The male mandarin duck is striking, with its colorful plumage, side feathers,crest.
The image of two ducks side by side came to represent a harmonious couple, and the birds’ beautiful wings were stylized into decorative patterns in japan.
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Tortoise Shell(Kikkō)pattern is a geometric design of regular hexagons that resembles a tortoise shell.
In Japanese culture, the tortoise has long been regarded as an auspicious symbol.
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Tortoise Shell(Kikkō)pattern is a geometric design of regular hexagons that resembles a tortoise shell.
In Japanese culture, the tortoise has long been regarded as an auspicious symbol.
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The Carp has long been known as the “king of river fish” in japan.
Inspired by a Chinese legend in which a koi swims upstream through the rapids at the Dragon Gate and transforms into a dragon, it has come to symbolize success and rising in life.
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The Carp has long been known as the “king of river fish” in japan.
Inspired by a Chinese legend in which a koi swims upstream through the rapids at the Dragon Gate and transforms into a dragon, it has come to symbolize success and rising in life.
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In Japanese art, subjects inspired by nature — known as kacho fugetsu (“flowers, birds, wind and moon,” evoking landscapes and the changing seasons) — have long been central themes.
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In Japanese art, subjects inspired by nature — known as kacho fugetsu (“flowers, birds, wind and moon,” evoking landscapes and the changing seasons) — have long been central themes.
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The pattern known as Grape Arabesque is a type of arabesque motif.
Decorative motifs featuring grapes developed in regions such as Greece and Rome, where grape cultivation was historically widespread.
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The pattern known as Grape Arabesque is a type of arabesque motif.
Decorative motifs featuring grapes developed in regions such as Greece and Rome, where grape cultivation was historically widespread.