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Dento Kogei
Showcases the work of the artisans, still carrying on the traditions of kimono and handcraft production in Japan.
Kimono
History of the kimono illustrated with mostly 18th century examples.
Kimono
Text only description of modern usage of the traditional garment.
Kimono Encyclopaedia
With kimono photos, descriptions, fashion competitions and related articles. Details different styles of Japanese kimono.
Kimono.fraise.net
In journal format, with annotated pictures, kitsuke (how to wear kimono), recommendations and links.
Kumihimo
A page of links to sites on kumihimo (a type of Japanese thread braiding). With a guide to supplies used.
Landscape Kimonos of Itchiku Kubota
A modern master who recreated a lost method of dyeing and decorating silks for kimonos using contemporary materials. Illustrated.
Nishijin
The development of Jacquard weaving in Japan. Well illustrated.
Tekobari
A tool used in Japanese embroidery.
Temari Balls
Traditional Japanese embroidered balls, originally toys, but now an artwork symbolizing friendship.
The Shibori Studio of Japanese Textiles & Artworks
Custom textiles and artworks of traditional Japanese and original designs by hand on the silks, cottons, hemps and wools. Colored in beautiful natural dyes and indigo.
Traditional Industry (Kyo Yuzen and Kyo Komon (Silk Dyeing Methods))
Brief, illustrated description of the two methods.
Yuzen and Komon - Fabric Dyeing
History and procedures with well illustrated explanations.
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