Discover Nishijin
Rethinking Japanese Luxury (Prologue)
It is often said that Japan lacks globally recognized luxury brands. However, there are initiatives such as the "Jaxury" concept and awards, and in the realm of Nishijin weaving, HOSOO...
Rethinking Japanese Luxury (Prologue)
It is often said that Japan lacks globally recognized luxury brands. However, there are initiatives such as the "Jaxury" concept and awards, and in the realm of Nishijin weaving, HOSOO...
All about Nishijin (2) Senryo-ga-Tsuji (Cente...
The Nishijin area had a central location known as "Senryo-ga-Tsuji." During the Edo period, this street, lined with silk wholesalers and textile merchants, was so bustling that transactions worth a...
All about Nishijin (2) Senryo-ga-Tsuji (Cente...
The Nishijin area had a central location known as "Senryo-ga-Tsuji." During the Edo period, this street, lined with silk wholesalers and textile merchants, was so bustling that transactions worth a...
Discovering Nishijin: Local Insights on Area an...
In the history section, we discussed the origin of the name "Nishijin." But what exactly is Nishijin as a place? Interestingly, there is no official geographic designation called "Nishijin" in...
Discovering Nishijin: Local Insights on Area an...
In the history section, we discussed the origin of the name "Nishijin." But what exactly is Nishijin as a place? Interestingly, there is no official geographic designation called "Nishijin" in...
The History of Nishijin-ori (8): 20th Century ...
Since ancient times, the history of silk has been global, with Japan largely playing the role of a recipient rather than an active participant. However, this dynamic began to shift...
The History of Nishijin-ori (8): 20th Century ...
Since ancient times, the history of silk has been global, with Japan largely playing the role of a recipient rather than an active participant. However, this dynamic began to shift...
The History of Nishijin-ori (7): Kyoto After th...
As Japan advanced toward industrialization and centralized governance with Tokyo as the new capital, Kyoto found itself at a crossroads. The relocation of the Emperor and his court to Tokyo diminished...
The History of Nishijin-ori (7): Kyoto After th...
As Japan advanced toward industrialization and centralized governance with Tokyo as the new capital, Kyoto found itself at a crossroads. The relocation of the Emperor and his court to Tokyo diminished...
The History of Nishijin Textiles (6) The Age of...
From the mid-18th century, Europe experienced unprecedented technological development with the advent of the Industrial Revolution. Remarkably, it began in the weaving industry. The invention of the flying shuttle—which could...
The History of Nishijin Textiles (6) The Age of...
From the mid-18th century, Europe experienced unprecedented technological development with the advent of the Industrial Revolution. Remarkably, it began in the weaving industry. The invention of the flying shuttle—which could...