September 2020
FABULOUS FABRICS

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- THEME FOR SeptemberFABULOUS FABRICS
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Fabric weaving and dyeing techniques have a long history in Japan and have been integral to the development of a sophisticated fashion culture epitomized by the kimono as well as numerous other unique fabric forms. In this month's Feature, we take a close look at some of the representative fabrics of Japan and their wide range of uses.
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- The New Traditions of Nishijin Textiles
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A centuries-old weaving company is producing unprecedented Nishijin textiles through new techniques and collaborations.
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- Doncho: The Weaver's Giant Canvas
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The mighty theater curtains of Japan are intricate handwoven works of art in themselves.
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- Silk Flowers Conveying the Elegance of the Court
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The courtly custom of making and displaying silk flowers is being kept alive thanks to the skills of Oki Suju.
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- Noren: The Face of a Shop
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Many shops in Japan hang noren at their entrances which have traditionally been made by skilled local artisans.
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- Imabari: The Home of Towels
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Imabari City in Ehime Prefecture is synonymous with the production of high- quality towels.
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- The Furoshiki Prince and the Revival of the Wrapping Cloth
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Yokoyama Isao is promoting the revival of furoshiki wrapping cloths by demonstrat- ing their many uses.
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- A Reusable Shopping Bag That Folds in an Instant
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A new type of bag which is compact and can be folded quickly has been a big hit with shoppers in Japan.
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- POLICY-RELATED NEWSThe Public Opening of the State Guest Houses
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- SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYA New Rust-Free Material That Is Stronger and Lighter than Steel
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- MY WAYUsing Knitting to Support Recovery and Reconstruction
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- ENJOY DRINKINGThe Delicate Flavor of Koshu Wines
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- ARCHITECTURAL TREASURESJapan's Oldest Extant Shrine in the Shinmei-zukuri Style