Traditional Crafts in Aichi
Nagoya Yuzen
April 27, 1983
Major productsHomongi (semi-ceremonial kimono), tomesode (formal kimono), and kimono material, etc.
Local associationNagoya Yuzen Kuromontsuki (black crested kimono) Cooperatives Association
Telephone: 052-981-0997
Facsimile: 052-981-0997
History of manufacturing districts
The origins of Nagoya Yuzen date back to the time when this area was ruled by Owari Feudal Lord Tokugawa Muneharu (1730-1739). Yuzen craftsmen visited this area mainly from Kyoto and Edo, and introduced the techniques.
However, frugality was encouraged after Muneharu lost power, and so fewer colors were used for the patterns.
Features of the products
Reflecting the locality of this area, Nagoya Yuzen features a subdued taste characterized by quiet but profound tones.
Manufacturing method
Tegaki-Yuzen (hand-dyeing): Patterns are drawn on a white cloth with an extract of dayflowers, and colors are added. The cloth is steamed to fix the colors. The patterns are covered with starch paste and the ground is dyed. After another steaming process, the cloth is rinsed and finished.
Kata-Yuzen (stencil printing): Patterns are printed on a white cloth with Ise Katagami patterning paper, etc. The patterns are covered with starch paste, and the ground is dyed and steamed. The cloth is rinsed and finished.