Features
- Meisen-size Zabuton
- Fabric Size: 59 x 55 cm (23.2 x 21.7 in)
- Fabric: 100% ramie
- Filling: 100% organic cotton
- Cotton Filling Weight: 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
- Naturally hand-dyed with Kakishibu persimmon dye
- Made in Japan
Kakishibu Dyeing
Kakishibu is a traditional Japanese dye made from the fermented juice of unripe persimmons. The dye used for this fabric is made from persimmons grown in the Minamiyamashiro region of Kyoto, an area known for persimmons with a high tannin content.
Mountain water is used during the dyeing process. The color gradually deepens with exposure to light and air, giving each piece its own character over time.
Because this is a natural dye, a slight Kakishibu scent may remain when the item is new. The scent gradually fades with airing and use.
Subtle variations in color and weave are natural characteristics of hand-dyed and handwoven fabric.
