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110-CTN-ASA-MIX5: 10Lbs Vintage Japanese Cotton,Asa Kimono,Haori,Furoshiki

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July 17, 2024

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Ten(10) Pounds Mixed Vintage Japanese Cotton & Asa(hemp)

Special  Package:

Furoshiki (Small/Large/gohaba-Extra Large), Kimono(s), Haori

Catalog#:  110-CTN-ASA-MIX5
US$95.00 Plus Shipping



Above: Full 10lbs in Pile, See Closeups Below Text 

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PACKAGE DESCRIPTIONS:

GENERAL INFO ABOUT THIS KIND OF PACKAGE --  

In the course of picking and sorting for our bulk vintage Japanese kimono packages and fabric by-pieces throughout the year, we set aside these special items until we have enough for a bundle or two. Perfect for crafts, sewing projects, sashiko, quilters, and designers. Each package is unique, one-of-a-kind.

PACKAGE CONTENTS - 
The list below is seen in our first picture from the bottom up:

  • 3 Cotton Kimonos
  • 1 Cotton Haori
  • 3 *Asa(Hemp) Kimonos
  • 1 Extra-Large (Gohaba**) Cotton Furoshiki wrapping cloths
  • 1 Large Furoshiki wrapping cloth
  • 1 Small Furoshiki wrapping cloth
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    Above: Bottom Half Closeup

    Above: Top Half Closeup

    Above: Bottom Closeup 2

    Above: Bottom Closeup 2

    Above: Middle Closeup 2

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    Cultural Background Information:

    *What is Asa? In the centuries before cotton was commonly used in Japan, asa was a major fabric used in pre-modern times; It is a fabric that used flax or hemp plants instead of cotton, a traditional fabric made in Japan for centuries up until the 1950s; Asa is usually hard and rough to the touch when woven to be used for utilitarian purposes such as coverings, screen mesh, curtains, etc.; We sometimes see (but rarely these days) work clothing or aprons in thicker rough asa, but these kimonos in this package were made originally as summer kimono (called YukataasaAsa is stronger and lasts longer than cotton, it is ideal for summer wear because the fabric breathes and wicks moisture very well, keeping the body cool, even better than cotton; These asa yukata are softer than the utilitarian mesh asa from the same period.

     **What is Gohaba: Furoshiki sizes are traditionally measured in haba, or, half the width of standard kimono fabric (which runs traditionally 14inches/35.56cm wide), about 18 cm/just over 7 inches; So, the ‘extra-large’ furoshiki would be just under 1 yard (35 inches or so). 

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    Condition:   Sold as Cutters because of some imperfections, such as holes (not large), stains, and aging; even so, some may be good enough for casual wear or costume purposes.

    PACKAGE AVAILABILITY:

    This type of package is very popular among our members and regular customers. We've never received a complaint about these products in the many years we've been offering these kinds of packages -- in fact, mostly we get rave reviews from vintage Japanese cotton and boro lovers. We accumulate these slowly throughout the year. Because so many people want these distinctive and sometimes rare packages - and not so much of it is available any longer - we are only able to offer them randomly throughout the year.

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    Yoko Lewis