Learn about Kogei (crafts)

Aomori prefecture (Tohoku area) ｜ Kogin sashi (...

In the frigid climate of Aomori, cotton cultivation was nearly impossible, making cotton a luxury item. As a result, farmers wore linen fabric, which was thin and lacked warmth. To...

Aomori prefecture (Tohoku area) ｜ Kogin sashi (...

In the frigid climate of Aomori, cotton cultivation was nearly impossible, making cotton a luxury item. As a result, farmers wore linen fabric, which was thin and lacked warmth. To...

Fukuoka prefecture｜ Kurume kasuri

This time, we would like to introduce Kurume Kasuri fabric from Fukuoka.Kurume Kasuri was selected by Dazai for his first manuscript fee. Kurume Kasuri” is a textile originated in Kurume...

Fukuoka prefecture｜ Kurume kasuri

This time, we would like to introduce Kurume Kasuri fabric from Fukuoka.Kurume Kasuri was selected by Dazai for his first manuscript fee. Kurume Kasuri” is a textile originated in Kurume...

Shiga prefecture ｜ Hama Chirimen

This time, we would like to introduce Hama Chirimen fabric from Shiga. About 280 years ago, Hama Chirimen was introduced from Tango in Kyoto to Nagahama in Shiga, bringing prosperity....

Shiga prefecture ｜ Hama Chirimen

This time, we would like to introduce Hama Chirimen fabric from Shiga. About 280 years ago, Hama Chirimen was introduced from Tango in Kyoto to Nagahama in Shiga, bringing prosperity....

Whole Love Kyoto and KYOTO T5 are collaborating in an effort to increase the population involved in traditional culture in Kyoto.

KYOTO T5 is an abbreviation for the "Kyoto Traditional Culture Innovation Laboratory," an organization managed by Kyoto University of the Arts. Whole Love Kyoto collaborates with KYOTO T5 to archive Kyoto's traditional culture and offer innovative products inspired by it.

Now in its eighth year, our activities have connected us with over 150 artisans and long-established shops in Kyoto.
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