Waist Apron
Apron made from fireproof fabric, perfect for barbecues or gardening. Made in Iwate Prefecture.
£116 per item
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Tōhoku
東北
Tōhoku consists of six prefectures located in the north-east of Honshu island. This region is known for its hot spring (onsen) resorts, colourful festivals, remote sacred mountains and harsh winters. In 2011, the devastating earthquake and tsunami hit the region hard; however, the massive efforts in reconstruction are proof of the people’s resilience. Urushi (lacquer) ware, ironware and the crafting of kokeshi dolls make up but a few of the local industries in this lesser-visited region of Japan.
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京屋
Located in Ichinoseki, Iwate Prefecture, Kyoya is a somemonoya (dyehouse) with a 100-year history. It is one of a small number of dyehouses in Japan which is able to design, dye and tailor products in-house from the raw materials through to the finished item. Kyoya employs craftspeople who specialize in each particular stage of the creation process – from dyeing and sewing through to packaging – to ensure each product is lovingly and carefully made.
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