Kyo-meichiku
Kyo-meichiku
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A place to learn about the characteristics of
materials and open up possibilities.
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A place to learn about the characteristics of materials and open up possibilities.
Introduction
Kyoto is home to architecture, fashion, decorative crafts, tool-making, and other traditional industries that have an extensive production history using the cutting-edge technologies of the day.
At the Material Library, we have developed an archive of the materials and techniques used in these traditional industries. Through this, we hope to develop a bridge between these traditional industries as a form of modern-day manufacturing within new fields.
MATERIALS
We have a collection of materials produced from a broad range of techniques employed by these traditional industries. These include, shrine and temple construction, Buddhist altars, Nishijin textiles, and ‘yuzen’ dyeing.
Techniques for making traditional tatami mats
Kyo-tatami
50denier Stretch Lame-Yarn(SILVER.GOLD)
This yarn is elastic and very shiny. Thia has good …
Kyo-kanoko shibori
Nishijin-ori
Nishijin-ori
Nishijin Textile
Nishijin Textile is a traditional Japanese weaving …
Nishijin-ori
Nishijin-ori textile
Nekado original textile is made with absolute care …
Nishijin-ori
Ukiyoe Woodblock print
Kyo-hanga
Urushi Karakami -Japanese lacquer-
Our Karakami is produced by traditional methods. Th…
Karakami
Lacquer
Braided cords made of Washi (traditional Japanese paper)
We produce natural material textiles. Braided cords…
Japanese paper
STUDIO
Introducing our business partners.
LABO MATERIAL / CRAFTMAN / DESIGNER
The Material Library plays an active role in introducing creators.
Craft materials continue to evolve through collaborations from creators in different fields.
MATERIAL
CRAFTSMAN
DESIGNER
CONTACT
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