Yuki-tsumugi, silk fabric production techniqueJapan
Representative List 2010
EN: Mawatakake: Soften cocoons and expand into a sac-like form by hand
EN: Ito tsumugi: Spin a silk floss
EN: Sumi tsuke: Draw splash patterns using Japanese ink according to the design
EN: Kasuri kubiri: Tie up each of the drawn spots with cotton thread
EN: Tatakizome: Beat Kasuri-tied threads on a platform with the dye to make the color penetrate
EN: Jibata ori: Weave on a primitive loom called Jibata
EN: The Completed Products: Cloth necessary to make one kimono
EN: Ito tsumugi training program: Hands-on training for general public
EN: Jibata ori training program: Hands-on training for high school students
EN: Yukitsumugi kimono: Yuki-tsumugi is surprisingly light yet warm
