#4 有松鳴海絞 Arimatsu Narumi Shibori - Weaving the next chapter of Japanese Fabric | MIZEN

“Arimatsu-Shibori”(有松絞) and “Narumi-Shibori”(鳴海絞) are traditional tie-dyeing techniques originating from the Midori Ward of Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. These fabrics are celebrated for their unique textures and patterns, crafted during the dyeing process. During the Edo period (AD 1603 ~ 1868), this region was a lodging hub for Western daimyos (feudal lords) traveling to and from Edo (modern-day Tokyo) to fulfill their alternate-year residence requirements. With strong patronage from the Owari Clan, the region was granted exclusive rights to manufacture these tie-dyed products. Travelers would often purchase Arimatsu-Shibori hand towels and yukatas (a casual version of Kimono) as souvenirs, making them highly sought-after local specialties.
Today, Arimatsu-Narumi Shibori offers an incredible array of over 100 styles and has garnered international appreciation under the name "SHIBORI."
"Transforming Traditional Craftsmanship Into Timeless Luxury":
MIZEN reimagines Japan's traditionalweaving art for today's lifestyle. In line with this theme, MIZEN has collaborated with SUZUSAN, one of the producers of Arimatsu-Narumi Shibori in Aichi Prefecture, to unveil clothing crafted from original Arimatsu-Narumi Shibori patterns.
This video provides a rare glimpse into the meticulous step-by-step process of creating MIZEN's Signature Design , 勝~SHO~(VICTORY), dubbed "Gangi Mokume Yoroi Dan Tatsumaki Shibori."(雁木杢目鎧段竜巻き絞り)
*About the Original Pattern by MIZEN*
From Hiroshi Murase, Chairman of SUZUSAN:
During the Edo period, the “Shikoro”(錣)-a protective covering for samurai helmets-served to shield warriors from sword, spear, and arrow attacks. This covering was also considered a talisman against evil spirits and a symbol for victory. The design evolved after the introduction of Arimatsu Shibori in 1610 and was called "Shikoro Shibori." (錣絞り) It was commonly used for horse reins belonging to samurai and was even presented to the lords of the Owari Clan. This pattern later evolved into what is now known as "Yoroi Dan Shibori"(鎧段絞り) and has been extensively incorporated into various Shibori products. For this project, we have blended "Yoroi Dan Shibori"(鎧段絞り) with "Tatsumaki Shibori," (竜巻き絞り) a technique that conjures images of twisters and ascending dragons, to create a design with added depth.
This Shibori technique meticulously gathers fine pleats from the fabric and wraps them in a spiral manner with cotton threads at intervals of roughly 5mm. The cloth is then stretched into a rope-like form before dyeing, making it a standout method among the many Shibori techniques .
Among the extensive array of over 100 Shibori techniques found in Arimatsu-Narumi Shibori, each holds a unique and meaningful design, a tradition that continues to be preserved to this day.
Special Acknowledgments:
Textile: SUZUSAN
Photography: Wataru Sato
Editor: Wataru Sato
Translation: HOTOTOGISS
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