• The Attraction of the Traditional Japanese Fabric ‘Chirimen Cloth’

    The Attraction of the Traditional Japanese Fabric ‘Chirimen Cloth’
    A Chirimen cloth is a fabric with an uneven surface. Chirimen cloth is a traditional Japanese fabric that is woven with twisted yarns called ‘Yori’.It has been used for Kimono because of its durability and wrinkle resistance. By weaving with twisted yarns, the whole cloth shrinks and becomes uneven. This unevenness leads to good quality dyeing. When it is dyed, the light reflects diffusely on the uneven surface, creating a beautiful rich color. Chirimen cloth has a long history, dating back more than 300 years, and has been handed down to the present day over a long...
  • In recent years, colorful Daruma dolls have appeared one after another. What is the meaning of each color?

    In recent years, colorful Daruma dolls have appeared one after another. What is the meaning of each color?
    Most Daruma dolls are red in color. It is said that this is because Daruma Daishi, who was the model for the Daruma doll, was dressed in red. In addition, during the Edo period (1603-1868), a plague called smallpox was prevalent and many people were suffering. The color red is believed to have an evil-repelling effect, and Daruma dolls were displayed in the house to prevent illness. Nowadays, Daruma dolls are made in a variety of colors, not just red. This time, we are going to introduce the meaning of these colors. Red: State of perfect health and good...
  • It brings good fortune. Tracing the roots of Daruma Dolls

    It brings good fortune. Tracing the roots of Daruma Dolls
    This time, we will introduce Daruma dolls.Daruma dolls were already being made in the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan and have been beloved by people as a lucky charm. Up to now, the colors, materials and designs of Daruma dolls have undergone a wide variety of changes. Our shop sells Daruma figures of various designs which have been very popular.Some customers purchase them because they like the Daruma's round shape and lovely face. Other customers purchase them as talismans for granting wishes, or preventing disease. The Origin of Daruma Dolls It is said that the Druma dolls'...
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