Kiryu-ori

Diverse silk weaving tradition from Gunma with 1,300 years of history.

Kiryu-ori is a prestigious silk textile from Kiryu, Gunma Prefecture, with a weaving tradition spanning over 1,300 years. Known as the "Nishijin of the East," Kiryu developed advanced Jacquard weaving techniques during the Meiji era and became one of Japan's foremost silk-producing centers. The tradition encompasses multiple weaving styles including omeshi (crepe weave), fūtsū-ori (plain weave), and sha (gauze weave), producing fabrics for kimono, obi, and high-end fashion.