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Dento KogeiDento Kogei - Showcases the work of the artisans, still carrying on the traditions of kimono and handcraft production in Japan. KimonoKimono - History of the kimono illustrated with mostly 18th century examples.
KimonoKimono - Text only description of modern usage of the traditional garment. Kimono EncyclopaediaKimono Encyclopaedia - With kimono photos, descriptions, fashion competitions and related articles. Details different styles of Japanese kimono.
Kimono.fraise.netKimono.fraise.net - In journal format, with annotated pictures, kitsuke (how to wear kimono), recommendations and links. KumihimoKumihimo - A page of links to sites on kumihimo (a type of Japanese thread braiding). With a guide to supplies used.
Landscape Kimonos of Itchiku KubotaLandscape Kimonos of Itchiku Kubota - A modern master who recreated a lost method of dyeing and decorating silks for kimonos using contemporary materials. Illustrated. NishijinNishijin - The development of Jacquard weaving in Japan. Well illustrated.
The Shibori Studio of Japanese Textiles & ArtworksThe Shibori Studio of Japanese Textiles & Artworks - Custom textiles and artworks of traditional Japanese and original designs by hand on the silks, cottons, hemps and wools. Colored in beautiful natural dyes and indigo. TekobariTekobari - A tool used in Japanese embroidery.
Temari BallsTemari Balls - Traditional Japanese embroidered balls, originally toys, but now an artwork symbolizing friendship. Traditional Industry (Kyo Yuzen and Kyo Komon (Silk Dyeing Methods))Traditional Industry (Kyo Yuzen and Kyo Komon (Silk Dyeing Methods)) - Brief, illustrated description of the two methods.
Yuzen and Komon - Fabric DyeingYuzen and Komon - Fabric Dyeing - - History and procedures with well illustrated explanations.

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