Mijikani Yuzen – Kawagoe Komichi
🌸 Nice to meet you. I am Kawagoe Komichi from “Mijikani Yuzen” (Yuzen Close to Everyday Life), where I work with traditional Yuzen dyeing. Yuzen dyeing is widely known as one of the traditional Japanese dyeing techniques used for kimono, but it may not be very familiar in everyday life. At Kawagoe Komichi, with the theme of “bringing Yuzen closer to everyday life,” I create accessories and interior pieces that can be enjoyed in daily use. My works are mainly created using the techniques of hand-painted Yuzen (using itome paste outlines) and surikomi Yuzen (using stencils). From designing the patterns to dyeing the fabric and crafting the final pieces, all works are original creations. Through Yuzen-dyed accessories and items, I hope people can enjoy Yuzen dyeing, a uniquely Japanese art of color, not only through kimono and obi, but also as something familiar and close in everyday life. 🌸