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GINZA Area【Kyoto】Textiles

NISHIJIN-ORI

The warp and weft of NISHIJIN-ORI

NISHIJIN-ORI is a textile representing Kyoto and Japan. Though famous worldwide, few know where Nishijin is or what it makes. We revisit its charm and origins.

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Ginza Fujiya

Bringing kimono into everyday life

Ginza Fujiya is a kimono and obi shop founded in 1922, offering formal wear such as houmongi and furisode from renowned production areas, along with stylish komon, tsumugi, and Nagoya obi meant to be enjoyed as everyday fashion.

Event & Workshops

Our shop offers workshops where you can experience the culture of Nishijin weaving.

The Story of Foil-Making and Nishijin Obi 1

Demonstration

The Story of Foil-Making and Nishijin Obi

Date & Time: Sat, October 24　11:00〜18:00 Sun, October 25　11:00〜17:00
Details: The hikihaku technique used in NISHIJIN-ORI(Textiles) obi involves applying metal foil to washi paper and then scattering gold leaf on top — a beautiful craft in its own right. Watch this foil-making process while hearing the story of obi from a long-established weaving house.
Venue: Ginza Fujiya

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Shop Information

Address: 5-9-18 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Tel: 03-3571-2321
Hours: 11:00-20:00
Closed: Closed 10/28 (Wed)
Website: http://www.ginza-fujiya.co.jp

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