KURUME KASURI Fabric - Hitoha Stripe Slub Blue Green

[About Kurume Kasuri]
Kurume Kasuri is a retro belt-type power loom from the Showa era, consisting of 20 interconnected looms driven by a single motor. It was established in 1948 (Showa 23) as a traditional Kasuri weaving company in Kurume, Japan. It represents a renowned Japanese traditional pre-dyed fabric. The fabric is characterized by a soft texture similar to handwoven products. The production process involves many manual steps, taking 2 to 4 months to complete, with over 30 individual stages. After weaving, the finished fabric is subjected to hot-water washing and natural drying, resulting in approximately 10% shrinkage. It is an ideal fabric for those who wish to create a dedicated and distinctive piece with a touch of Japanese tradition.

[Characteristics of the Weaving]
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]
Vertical Threads: 40/2, Horizontal Threads: 10/1
Fabric Thickness: Standard Plus (Slightly Thick)
Chemical Dye: 100%
100% Cotton
Weaving Width: Approximately 38 cm
Finished with hot-water washing and sun drying (approximately 10% shrinkage, enabling immediate cutting and sewing after purchase).
Color: Dark Green 1309B, Indigo Blue 1.5, Indigo Blue 3

[Notes]
Sold in units of 6 meters.
The price listed is for a 6-meter unit.
Colors may appear slightly different between the actual product and the photographs.