Nishijin Textile Misty Streams Notebook (B6)

This Japanese notebook is a masterpiece of Nishijin textile. It beautifully depicts a misty river with black and silver threads. While the series features many ornate designs, this one adds elegance and calm. The silver threads sparkle as they catch the light, bringing joy each time you hold it.

Nishijin textile comes from the historic Nishijin district in Kyoto. It is renowned for its diverse yet limited production and has a history of over a thousand years. The process begins by carefully dyeing each white thread in specific colors. After dyeing, the threads are wound and prepared for weaving. They are then woven into intricate designs that showcase traditional Japanese artistry.

Morisan, the maker of this Japanese notebook, uses polyester instead of silk. This choice makes Nishijin textile more affordable and accessible. This textile has been crafted in Kyoto for over a thousand years. Notebooks made with this textile 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.