KURUME KASURI Fabric - 60/2 Kiri Stripe Natsukusairo

[About Kurume Kasuri]
A retro, belt-driven power loom from the Showa era, consisting of 20 interconnected looms operated by a single motor. Established in 1948, Kurume Kasuri is a renowned traditional pre-dyed fabric, representing Japan's heritage. Its distinctive feature is the soft texture, akin to handwoven fabrics. The intricate craftsmanship involves over 30 processes and takes 2 to 4 months to complete. After weaving, the fabrics undergo a 10% shrinkage through a process of hot water treatment and natural drying. Perfect for those seeking an exquisitely crafted piece with a focus on Japanese traditional textiles.

[Characteristics of the Weaving]
A blend of subtly varying shades of similar colors in the form of a blurred stripe pattern. "Bokashi-stripe" refers to stripes designed to create a gradual color transition. The term "stripe" ("shima" in Japanese) originally referred to cotton fabric with vertical stripes imported from foreign countries through Nanban trade. It was called "shima-mono" (island fabric) because it was brought from distant lands ("shima") and later came to be known as "stripe" during the Edo period.

[Specifications]
Warp Yarn: 40/2, Weft Yarn: 60/2, 20/1
Fabric Thickness: Slightly softer than standard
Chemical Dye: 100%
100% Cotton
Weaving Width: Approximately 38 cm
Finished with hot water treatment and natural drying (fabric has shrunk approximately 10%, allowing for immediate cutting and sewing upon purchase).
Brown, Olive Green, Light Green, Matcha Green, 60/2 Olive Green , Green 20/1 Indigo Blue1.5

[Notes]
Sold in 6-meter increments
The price indicated is per 6 meters.
Please be aware that there might be slight color variations between the actual product and the photographs.