Tango Chirimen: The Finest Texture in Silk Crepe
Show: Core Kyoto --> Season: 9 - Season 9
AirDate: 4/29/2021
Runtime: 28
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Overview: The Tango district in northern Kyoto Pref. is Japan's largest producer of a supple fabric, supplying 60% of the kimono industry. The elegantly crimped texture makes it easy to dye. But with the proliferation of Western clothing, production has dropped to as far as 3% of the industry's heyday. The pandemic was an additional blow. Young artisans are exploring new materials to capture the world. Discover how this 300-year-old textile evolved and its ties with the ancient capital.