
Knife History – Forging Methods
A bit of a knife history… The city of Sakai is situated by the Osaka bay at the Japanese main island. It is said that
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Symbols and motives have always been an integral part of Japanese art, both in traditional and modern designs. Hence, there is a meaning behind each Japanese embroidery and kimono symbol.
You can find symbols at Oishya that have been subtly integrated into products. For example, our logotype is an ancient Japanese crest representing 3 geisha fans. You can spot this in multiple products, like our magnetic stand photographed below.
Japanese embroidery, called nihon shishu, is an embroidery technique that originated in the Kofun Period more than 1,600 years ago. This Japanese technique uses intricate patterning, silken threads and symbolic motives worked on fine silk fabrics.
Embroidery was originally used for decorating items used during spiritual and religious ceremonies. Over time, it has gained popularity through widely accessible artistic initiatives. During its early stages, the finest Japanese embroidery was only reserved and available to those in the highest ranks of society. However, years of trade, migration and multiculturalism has opened this cultural heritage to a general audience to enjoy.
If there is one thing which immediately comes to mind when one thinks of Japanese symbols applied on materials is without a doubt – a kimono. This popular clothing item is often decorated in Japanese embroidery. Early kimonos were the dominant item of clothing for aristocrats who wore them as a symbol of their status and wealth. Nowadays, kimonos are often worn by Geisha or at formal occasions such as a weddings, graduations and tea ceremonies. Because of this, the decorative motives and fabrics that embellish these garments have garnered great significance throughout history.
Therefore, we’ve prepared a guide over Japanese Kimono and textile symbols and its meanings. Find out more about this wonderful hidden language and decode the motives on modern and vintage Kimono and Obi cushions.
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