Nishijin Textile Floral Shippo Pattern Notebook (B6)

This Japanese notebook is adorned with the traditional Japanese auspicious pattern 'Shippo,' depicted in gold and complemented by colorful flowers. The Shippo pattern symbolizes completeness and harmony. It has long been used in kimonos and crafts to express hopes for rich, harmonious human relationships. It remains a popular design today, cherished for its deep cultural meaning and aesthetic appeal.

Nishijin textile is renowned for its diverse yet limited production. It originates from the historic Nishijin district in Kyoto and boasts a heritage of over a thousand years. The crafting process starts with meticulously dyeing each white thread in the needed colors. Once dyed, the threads are carefully wound to facilitate weaving. This ensures they are intricately woven into designs that epitomize traditional Japanese artistry.

Morisan, a company that manufactures Japanese stationery, has made Nishijin textile more accessible and affordable. They achieve this by using polyester instead of traditional silk. Notebooks made from Nishijin textile, with over a thousand years of history in Kyoto, are highly recommended for recording daily events. These Japanese notebooks are ideal for diaries or journals, preserving your personal history beautifully.

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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: 9.9 oz (280 g)
• 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.