Nishijin Textile Elegant Floral Weave Notebook (B6)

This Japanese notebook is a true reflection of the Nishijin textile style. It is adorned with flowers beautifully depicted in gold and silver. Each time you hold the notebook, the gold and silver elements catch the light. This Japanese stationery masterpiece radiates a luxurious glow.

Nishijin textile is renowned for its diverse, limited production. It originates from Kyoto’s historic Nishijin district and has a thousand-year history. The crafting process begins by carefully dyeing each white thread in the required colors. After dyeing, the threads are wound to prepare for weaving. They are then intricately woven into patterns that reflect traditional Japanese artistry.

Morisan, a company making notebooks, uses polyester instead of silk to make Nishijin textile more affordable. This approach keeps its beauty while making it accessible. Notebooks made from Nishijin textile, with over a thousand years of Kyoto tradition, are perfect for recording daily events. They are ideal for diaries or bullet journals, helping you preserve your personal history.

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Details

• Size: B6 - 5.0" × 7.1" (12.8cm × 18.2 cm)
• Pages: 192 Pages (96 Sheets)
• Sheet Type: Dot Grid
• Paper Type: High-Quality Paper 70k
• Paper Weight: 81.4 gsm
  
• Weight: 255g
• Material: Nishijin Textile(polyester) / Paper
• Brand: Morisan
• Note: Please note that the cover design of each notebook may vary slightly, as it depends on the specific section of the Nishijin textile fabric that is used.

Morisan: Preserving Nishijin Textile 'Kinran' in Japanese Notebook

"Bringing Nishijin Brocade Closer to Everyday Life"

In Japan, if you speak of tradition and history, Kyoto often comes to mind. It is the former capital and a hub of cultural heritage. Since 1921, Morisan has been a steadfast purveyor of Kyoto’s traditional craft, Nishijin textile. Among their offerings, Morisan specializes in an exquisite form of Nishijin brocade known as 'kinran.' This luxurious fabric incorporates gold threads. They are made by applying gold leaf to washi paper, slicing it into hair-thin strips, and wrapping these around threads. These are then intricately woven to create stunning patterns.

Traditionally, kinran was used in garments such as Buddhist monks' robes and costumes for Japanese dolls, but the demand for such items has diminished over time. However, Morisan has embraced a mission to integrate Nishijin brocade into contemporary life, making it more accessible and enjoyable. By substituting silk with polyester to maintain affordability, and crafting a range of everyday items from notebooks to bags, Morisan is making this opulent fabric a part of modern living.

We invite people around the world to enjoy Morisan's Japanese notebook, which embody the tradition of Kyoto's Nishijin textile artisans—a tradition that Morisan has proudly sustained for over a century.