{"title":"Ainasen Handkerchief made by Fujitasenen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis handkerchief is dyed using Ainasen, a groundbreaking technique in the dyeing industry. Made from raw white Isemomen cotton (Bun)—it features a soft texture dyed in deep indigo. Enjoy the richness of genuine indigo blue and its natural aging over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"9804991","title":"SOU・SOU×Fujitasenen Ainasen Handkerchief \/ Scattered Clouds","description":"\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is “Kyoto Ainasen”?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\nJapanese people have been familiar with wearing indigo-dyed items since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, indigo was also referred to as “Japan Blue,” becoming one of the colors that symbolize Japan. While indigo dyeing is typically done by immersion, “Ainasen” is a world-first dyeing technique developed by Fujita Sennen, in which patterns are hand-printed using natural indigo. \nPlease enjoy the deep character of true indigo and the natural aging of its color over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton “Bun” fabric is beautifully finished with indigo dye.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n※Pattern placement will vary from piece to piece due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print.\u003cbr\u003e\n※This item uses Isemomen cotton. Small fluffs on the surface may be visible depending on the dye color, which is a natural characteristic of Isemomen cotton.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n※As raw, unbleached fabric is used, the textile features a natural, rustic tone. Black specks visible on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production of raw cotton fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e【Characteristics of Natural Indigo \u0026 Care Instructions】\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\nNatural indigo dyeing fixes color through repeated oxidation and alkalization processes. However, slight amounts of unoxidized components may remain.\u003cbr\u003e\nThese elements create the depth and softness unique to indigo, but when worn in hot and humid conditions, they may cause color fading or brownish\/yellowish stains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nJapanese tenugui (hand towels) are traditionally left unhemmed at the ends.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nDue to the nature of the weaving process, neps (knots in the fabric) may be present.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nAs this item is hand-printed using Kyoto Stencil Yuzen dyeing, uneven dyeing may appear along the edges of the fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nUneven dyeing at the fabric edges may occur due to the “box steaming” process, in which the fabric is suspended inside a box during steaming. These hanging marks are a distinctive feature of Ainasen dyeing.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":52695995908256,"sku":"98049919999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/9804991.webp?v=1781662286"},{"product_id":"9801991","title":"SOU · SOU × Fujita Kenzen indigo printing cloth \/ handkerchief","description":"\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is “Kyoto Ainasen”?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\nJapanese people have been familiar with wearing indigo-dyed items since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, indigo was also referred to as “Japan Blue,” becoming one of the colors that symbolize Japan. While indigo dyeing is typically done by immersion, “Ainasen” is a world-first dyeing technique developed by Fujita Sennen, in which patterns are hand-printed using natural indigo. \nPlease enjoy the deep character of true indigo and the natural aging of its color over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton “Bun” fabric is beautifully finished with indigo dye.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n※Pattern placement will vary from piece to piece due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print.\u003cbr\u003e\n※This item uses Isemomen cotton. Small fluffs on the surface may be visible depending on the dye color, which is a natural characteristic of Isemomen cotton.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n※As raw, unbleached fabric is used, the textile features a natural, rustic tone. Black specks visible on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production of raw cotton fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e【Characteristics of Natural Indigo \u0026 Care Instructions】\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\nNatural indigo dyeing fixes color through repeated oxidation and alkalization processes. However, slight amounts of unoxidized components may remain.\u003cbr\u003e\nThese elements create the depth and softness unique to indigo, but when worn in hot and humid conditions, they may cause color fading or brownish\/yellowish stains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nJapanese tenugui (hand towels) are traditionally left unhemmed at the ends.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nDue to the nature of the weaving process, neps (knots in the fabric) may be present.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nAs this item is hand-printed using Kyoto Stencil Yuzen dyeing, uneven dyeing may appear along the edges of the fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nUneven dyeing at the fabric edges may occur due to the “box steaming” process, in which the fabric is suspended inside a box during steaming. These hanging marks are a distinctive feature of Ainasen dyeing.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":52695996072096,"sku":"98019919999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/9801991.webp?v=1781662494"},{"product_id":"9802991","title":"SOU・SOU × x Fujitasenen Ainasen Handkerchief \/ \/ Layered-flowers","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is “Kyoto Ainasen”?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese people have been familiar with wearing indigo-dyed items since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, indigo was also referred to as “Japan Blue,” becoming one of the colors that symbolize Japan. While indigo dyeing is typically done by immersion, “Ainasen” is a world-first dyeing technique developed by Fujita Sennen, in which patterns are hand-printed using natural indigo. Please enjoy the deep character of true indigo and the natural aging of its color over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton “Bun” fabric is beautifully finished with indigo dye.\u003cbr\u003e※Pattern placement will vary from piece to piece due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print.\u003cbr\u003e※※This product uses Isemomen cotton. Depending on the color, some fluff may be more noticeable; this is a natural feature of the material.\u003cbr\u003e ※As raw, unbleached fabric is used, the textile features a natural, rustic tone. Black specks visible on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production of raw cotton fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e【Characteristics of Natural Indigo \u0026 Care Instructions】\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural indigo dyeing fixes color through repeated oxidation and alkalization processes. However, slight amounts of unoxidized components may remain.\u003cbr\u003e These elements create the depth and softness unique to indigo, but when worn in hot and humid conditions, they may cause color fading or brownish\/yellowish stains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese tenugui (hand towels) are traditionally left unhemmed at the ends.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the nature of the weaving process, neps (knots in the fabric) may be present.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this item is hand-printed using Kyoto Stencil Yuzen dyeing, uneven dyeing may appear along the edges of the fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUneven dyeing at the fabric edges may occur due to the “box steaming” process, in which the fabric is suspended inside a box during steaming. These hanging marks are a distinctive feature of Ainasen dyeing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":52695996170400,"sku":"98029919999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/9802991.webp?v=1781662330"},{"product_id":"9803991","title":"SOU・SOU × Fujitasenen Ainasen Handkerchief \/ SO-SU-U","description":"\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is “Kyoto Ainasen”?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\nJapanese people have been familiar with wearing indigo-dyed items since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, indigo was also referred to as “Japan Blue,” becoming one of the colors that symbolize Japan. While indigo dyeing is typically done by immersion, “Ainasen” is a world-first dyeing technique developed by Fujita Sennen, in which patterns are hand-printed using natural indigo. \nPlease enjoy the deep character of true indigo and the natural aging of its color over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton “Bun” fabric is beautifully finished with indigo dye.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n※Pattern placement will vary from piece to piece due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print.\u003cbr\u003e\n※This item uses Isemomen cotton. Small fluffs on the surface may be visible depending on the dye color, which is a natural characteristic of Isemomen cotton.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n※As raw, unbleached fabric is used, the textile features a natural, rustic tone. Black specks visible on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production of raw cotton fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e【Characteristics of Natural Indigo \u0026 Care Instructions】\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\nNatural indigo dyeing fixes color through repeated oxidation and alkalization processes. However, slight amounts of unoxidized components may remain.\u003cbr\u003e\nThese elements create the depth and softness unique to indigo, but when worn in hot and humid conditions, they may cause color fading or brownish\/yellowish stains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nJapanese tenugui (hand towels) are traditionally left unhemmed at the ends.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nDue to the nature of the weaving process, neps (knots in the fabric) may be present.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nAs this item is hand-printed using Kyoto Stencil Yuzen dyeing, uneven dyeing may appear along the edges of the fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nUneven dyeing at the fabric edges may occur due to the “box steaming” process, in which the fabric is suspended inside a box during steaming. These hanging marks are a distinctive feature of Ainasen dyeing.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":52695996465312,"sku":"98039919999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/9803991.webp?v=1781662027"},{"product_id":"9805991","title":"SOU・SOU × Fujitasenen Ainasen Handkerchief \/ Polka Dots","description":"What is “Kyoto Ainasen”?\u003cbr\u003e\nJapanese people have been familiar with wearing indigo-dyed items since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, indigo was also referred to as “Japan Blue,” becoming one of the colors that symbolize Japan. While indigo dyeing is typically done by immersion, “Ainasen” is a world-first dyeing technique developed by Fujita Sennen, in which patterns are hand-printed using natural indigo. Please enjoy the deep character of true indigo and the natural aging of its color over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton “Bun” fabric is beautifully finished with indigo dye.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The classic tenugui is made in a slightly smaller size.\u003cbr\u003e\n・Recommended as a small gift.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n※Pattern placement will vary from piece to piece due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print.\u003cbr\u003e\n※This item uses Isemomen Cotton. Depending on the color, surface fluffs may be noticeable; this is a natural characteristic of the material.\u003cbr\u003e\n※As raw, unbleached fabric is used, the textile features a natural, rustic tone. Black specks visible on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production of raw cotton fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n【Characteristics of Natural Indigo \u0026 Care Instructions】\u003cbr\u003e\nNatural indigo dyeing fixes color through repeated oxidation and alkalization processes. However, slight amounts of unoxidized components may remain.\u003cbr\u003e\nThese elements create the depth and softness unique to indigo, but when worn in hot and humid conditions, they may cause color fading or brownish\/yellowish stains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nJapanese tenugui are traditionally left unhemmed at both ends. Minor fraying may occur at first, but it will gradually stop with repeated washing and use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nDue to the nature of the weaving process, neps (knots in the fabric) may be present.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nAs this item is hand-printed using Kyoto Stencil Yuzen dyeing, uneven dyeing may appear along the edges of the fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nUneven dyeing at the fabric edges may occur due to the “box steaming” process, in which the fabric is suspended inside a box during steaming. These hanging marks are a distinctive feature of Ainasen dyeing.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":52695996596384,"sku":"98059919999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/9805991.webp?v=1781662246"},{"product_id":"9804993","title":"SOU・SOU×Fujitasenen Ainasen Handkerchief \/ Patchwork Kimono of Uesugi Kenshin Family-Recreation","description":"\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is “Kyoto Ainasen”?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\nJapanese people have been familiar with wearing indigo-dyed items since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, indigo was also referred to as “Japan Blue,” becoming one of the colors that symbolize Japan. While indigo dyeing is typically done by immersion, “Ainasen” is a world-first dyeing technique developed by Fujita Sennen, in which patterns are hand-printed using natural indigo. Please enjoy the deep character of true indigo and the natural aging of its color over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton “Bun” fabric is beautifully finished with indigo dye.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\"\u003e※Pattern placement will vary from piece to piece due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print.\u003cbr\u003e\n※Due to the nature of the dyeing process, uneven color or fading may occur.\u003cbr\u003e\n※Because it is Kyoto Stencil Yuzen dyeing (hand stencil printing), slight misalignment of the pattern may appear—this is a characteristic of the dyeing method.\u003cbr\u003e※This item uses Isemomen cotton. Small fluffs on the surface may be visible depending on the dye color, which is a natural characteristic of Isemomen cotton.\u003cbr\u003e\n※As raw, unbleached fabric is used, the textile features a natural, rustic tone. Black specks visible on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production of raw cotton fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e【Characteristics of Natural Indigo \u0026 Care Instructions】\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\nNatural indigo dyeing fixes color through repeated oxidation and alkalization processes. However, slight amounts of unoxidized components may remain.\u003cbr\u003e\nThese elements create the depth and softness unique to indigo, but when worn in hot and humid conditions, they may cause color fading or brownish\/yellowish stains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/font\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nJapanese tenugui (hand towels) are traditionally left unhemmed at the ends.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nDue to the nature of the weaving process, neps (knots in the fabric) may be present.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nAs this item is hand-printed using Kyoto Stencil Yuzen dyeing, uneven dyeing may appear along the edges of the fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nUneven dyeing at the fabric edges may occur due to the “box steaming” process, in which the fabric is suspended inside a box during steaming. These hanging marks are a distinctive feature of Ainasen dyeing.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":52695996891296,"sku":"98049939999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/178186929.jpg?v=1754984329"},{"product_id":"9800991","title":"SOU・SOU × Fujitasenen Ainasen Handkerchief \/ Chrysanthemum","description":"What is \"Kyoto Ainasen\"\u003cbr\u003eJapanese has been familiar with wearing indigo since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, it was also called Japan Blue, and the indigo color became a representative color of Japan. Contrary to soak dye which is regarded as the mainstream, \"Ainasen\", which uses natural indigo as a raw material and is printed by hand, is the world's first dyeing technique developed by Fujitasenen. Please enjoy the taste of indigo and the natural discoloration.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton \"Bun\" fabric is dyed with a beautiful finish of indigo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n※Pattern placement of this textile design product differs from one another due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print. \u003cbr\u003e※This product is made of Isemomen cotton. Depending on the color, fluff may be noticeable, but it is a feature of the material.\u003cbr\u003e※Since we are using raw white Isemomen cotton without bleaching, the fabric is in its natural color. The black spots on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e【Characteristics and Handling of Natural Indigo】\u003cbr\u003eThe color of natural indigo is fixed through repeated oxidation and reduction, but there are components that remain only slightly oxidized. \u003cbr\u003eThese components create the characteristic depth and softness of indigo, but when used in high-temperature and high-humidity environments, discoloration or yellowing may occur.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eJapanese handkerchiefs are left uncut at the top and bottom. As you wash it, it will stop fraying.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eThere may be some neps (knots in the fabric), as it is sewn by traditional sewing machine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eDue to the nature of Kyoto-style Yuzen (Hand-printed) , there is uneven dyeing on the edges of the fabric as shown in the photo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eIn some cases, you may find dye marks at the edge, but this is a characteristic of Ainasen, called \"hanging marks,\" which appear during the \"Box steaming\" process when the fabric is hung and steamed. ","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":53210013892768,"sku":"98009919999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/9800991.webp?v=1781662459"},{"product_id":"9804994","title":"SOU・SOU × Fujitasenen Ainasen Handkerchief \/ Ogata Korin's Irises Folding Screens-Recreation","description":"What is \"Kyoto Ainasen\"\u003cbr\u003eJapanese has been familiar with wearing indigo since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, it was also called Japan Blue, and the indigo color became a representative color of Japan. Contrary to soak dye which is regarded as the mainstream, \"Ainasen\", which uses natural indigo as a raw material and is printed by hand, is the world's first dyeing technique developed by Fujitasenen. Please enjoy the taste of indigo and the natural discoloration.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton \"Bun\" fabric is dyed with a beautiful finish of indigo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n※Pattern placement of this textile design product differs from one another due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print. \u003cbr\u003e※This product is made of Isemomen cotton. Depending on the color, fluff may be noticeable, but it is a feature of the material.\u003cbr\u003e※Since we are using raw white Isemomen cotton without bleaching, the fabric is in its natural color. The black spots on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e【Characteristics and Handling of Natural Indigo】\u003cbr\u003eThe color of natural indigo is fixed through repeated oxidation and reduction, but there are components that remain only slightly oxidized. \u003cbr\u003eThese components create the characteristic depth and softness of indigo, but when used in high-temperature and high-humidity environments, discoloration or yellowing may occur.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eJapanese handkerchiefs are left uncut at the top and bottom. As you wash it, it will stop fraying.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eThere may be some neps (knots in the fabric), as it is sewn by traditional sewing machine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eDue to the nature of Kyoto-style Yuzen (Hand-printed) , there is uneven dyeing on the edges of the fabric as shown in the photo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eIn some cases, you may find dye marks at the edge, but this is a characteristic of Ainasen, called \"hanging marks,\" which appear during the \"Box steaming\" process when the fabric is hung and steamed. ","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":53210042237088,"sku":"98049949999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/178186930.webp?v=1769504221"},{"product_id":"9804992","title":"SOU・SOU × Fujitasenen Ainasen Handkerchief \/ Peony Blossom","description":"What is \"Kyoto Ainasen\"\u003cbr\u003eJapanese has been familiar with wearing indigo since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, it was also called Japan Blue, and the indigo color became a representative color of Japan. Contrary to soak dye which is regarded as the mainstream, \"Ainasen\", which uses natural indigo as a raw material and is printed by hand, is the world's first dyeing technique developed by Fujitasenen. Please enjoy the taste of indigo and the natural discoloration.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton \"Bun\" fabric is dyed with a beautiful finish of indigo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n※Pattern placement of this textile design product differs from one another due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print. \u003cbr\u003e※This product is made of Isemomen cotton. Depending on the color, fluff may be noticeable, but it is a feature of the material.\u003cbr\u003e※Since we are using raw white Isemomen cotton without bleaching, the fabric is in its natural color. The black spots on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e【Characteristics and Handling of Natural Indigo】\u003cbr\u003eThe color of natural indigo is fixed through repeated oxidation and reduction, but there are components that remain only slightly oxidized. \u003cbr\u003eThese components create the characteristic depth and softness of indigo, but when used in high-temperature and high-humidity environments, discoloration or yellowing may occur.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eJapanese handkerchiefs are left uncut at the top and bottom. As you wash it, it will stop fraying.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eThere may be some neps (knots in the fabric), as it is sewn by traditional sewing machine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eDue to the nature of Kyoto-style Yuzen (Hand-printed) , there is uneven dyeing on the edges of the fabric as shown in the photo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/Others\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003eIn some cases, you may find dye marks at the edge, but this is a characteristic of Ainasen, called \"hanging marks,\" which appear during the \"Box steaming\" process when the fabric is hung and steamed. ","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":53210049904800,"sku":"98049929999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/178186928.webp?v=1769505224"},{"product_id":"9806991","title":"SOU・SOU × Fujitasenen Ainasen Handkerchief \/ Layered-flowers Small","description":"What is “Kyoto Ainasen”?\u003cbr\u003e\nJapanese people have been familiar with wearing indigo-dyed items since the Edo period. In the early Meiji era, indigo was also referred to as “Japan Blue,” becoming one of the colors that symbolize Japan. While indigo dyeing is typically done by immersion, “Ainasen” is a world-first dyeing technique developed by Fujita Sennen, in which patterns are hand-printed using natural indigo. Please enjoy the deep character of true indigo and the natural aging of its color over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n・The soft texture of raw white Isemomen Cotton “Bun” fabric is beautifully finished with indigo dye.\u003cbr\u003e\n※Pattern placement will vary from piece to piece due to the manufacturing process. Customers cannot specify the print.\u003cbr\u003e\n※This item uses Isemomen Cotton. Depending on the color, surface fluffs may be noticeable; this is a natural characteristic of the material.\u003cbr\u003e\n※As raw, unbleached fabric is used, the textile features a natural, rustic tone. Black specks visible on the fabric surface are plant fragments that cannot be avoided during the production of raw cotton fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n【Characteristics of Natural Indigo \u0026 Care Instructions】\u003cbr\u003e\nNatural indigo dyeing fixes color through repeated oxidation and alkalization processes. However, slight amounts of unoxidized components may remain.\u003cbr\u003e\nThese elements create the depth and softness unique to indigo, but when worn in hot and humid conditions, they may cause color fading or brownish\/yellowish stains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nJapanese tenugui are traditionally left unhemmed at both ends. Minor fraying may occur at first, but it will gradually stop with repeated washing and use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170127neppu.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nDue to the nature of the weaving process, neps (knots in the fabric) may be present.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/170714some_hashi.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nAs this item is hand-printed using Kyoto Stencil Yuzen dyeing, uneven dyeing may appear along the edges of the fabric.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/contents.sousou.co.jp\/other\/detail\/250703isemomen_ainasen.jpg\" class=\"timg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\nUneven dyeing at the fabric edges may occur due to the “box steaming” process, in which the fabric is suspended inside a box during steaming. These hanging marks are a distinctive feature of Ainasen dyeing.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"SOU・SOU伊勢木綿","offers":[{"title":"One Size","offer_id":53217878442144,"sku":"98069919999","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/files\/9806991.webp?v=1781662383"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0498\/7977\/7440\/collections\/9804991.webp?v=1781662928","url":"https:\/\/www.sousou.co.jp\/en-ch\/collections\/fujitasenen-tenugui.oembed","provider":"SOU・SOU netshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}