Descripción
This is a finely woven fabric made with yarn-dyed threads. Its unique patterns are intricately woven with cotton yarn.
The modern Japanese design blends seamlessly into a chic interior.
Enshu Weave Textile
Cotton 100%
Made in Japan
This item is only a futon mattress cover.
Futon mattress is not included.
Kagome Sashiko Design in Enshu Textiles
This fabric features the traditional Kagome Sashiko pattern—a classic Japanese geometric motif made up of interlocking triangles, resembling a woven bamboo basket. The name «kagome» comes from “kago” (basket) and “me” (mesh or eye), and the pattern has been cherished for centuries in Japan as a symbol of protection and strength.
In this textile, the kagome design is expressed through Enshu weaving, a refined regional technique from the Enshu area of Shizuoka Prefecture. Known for its understated elegance and durability, Enshu textiles have long been used in everyday Japanese life.
By combining the timeless kagome motif with the rich texture of traditional Japanese weaving, this fabric brings both cultural depth and tactile beauty to your living space.
Manufacturer of the Fabric
Enshu-Tsumugi is one of the weaving that were originated in the Edo Era and passed down to the Enshu region in Shizuoka. There were many professional weaver in that region because it was one of a three main production area of quality cotton in Japan. In 80’s, the growing shift of fabric production overseas resulted as the decline of Enshu-Tsumugi. However there are still many wavers who are devoted to the tradition and making effort for the improvement of the quality of this precious fabric with deep affection. There always have been the reliability from the customers.
Enshu-Tsumugi’s specialty is “The warmth of craftsmen”. From spinning to weaving, all processes need manual works by the skilled craftsmen. It’s widely used for general garment like kimono and bags and delight our daily life.
Among Enshu Tsumugi, of which the number of producers is decreasing year by year, the fabric for our item is produced by Shinchi Orimono.
Their single loom weaves only about 50 meters per day, depending on the weaving design. This is because the weaving speed is purposely kept at about one-half the normal speed to prevent the fabric from being overstretched. Thanks to this, the fabric retains its charming soft texture.
Because yarn-dyed yarns of various thicknesses are used, the expression of the weave is very three-dimensional and has a rich depth. Its shading gives it a unique beauty. Fine patterns are woven as if by magic, which is the result of meticulous calculation. The blueprints of some designs exist only in the mind of a artisan who has been working with the craft for many years.
Their fabrics frequently appear in the collections of foreign brands as well as in the traditional Japanese wear industry.
