Japanese Textiles
1. List the textile production methods and textile art forms used in this culture.
The production of textiles in Japan is usually made of silk, hemp or manufactured goods.
Ikat, a dyeing technique used to pattern textiles that employs a resist dyeing process similar to tie-dye on either the warp or weft fibres prior to dying, and embroidery
2. How are the textile products used as a medium for self-expression and communication between people?
Textiles products are used in Japan and a medium for self- expressions between people through beliefs and values and motifs that symbolize meanings. The products also used as a means of communication by status, religion and meanings
Some traditional symbols in Japanese textiles is the turtle and crane, which are both symbols of long life and good luck in traditional Japanese wedding ceremonies because of the meaning associated with these animals. The origami crane is a well-known worldwide symbol of peace as according to the Japanese tradition, if one folds 1000 origami cranes, their wish for good health will be granted. Both the turtle and crane are regularly seen in Japanese katazome and kasuri cotton textiles patterns. A less frequently seen motif is the sea bream fish (tai) which symbolizes happiness. The chrysanthemum flower, a general term for the flower’s blossom design, is also a common design for Japanese textiles, with more than 150 different patterns. It is still displayed by the Japanese Imperial family.
3. Describe the effects of the culture on the textile design in contemporary society.
The influences Japanese textiles have on the contemporary society is through Harajaku and Ikat scarves, curtains or rugs and by Akira Isogawa.
Harajaku is an area in Tokyo, Japan where young people dress in different styles of clothing to spend the day socializing. The styles are rarely similar, with no particular style as it is usually a mesh of many. Harajuku is also a fashion capital of the world, known
The production of textiles in Japan is usually made of silk, hemp or manufactured goods.
Ikat, a dyeing technique used to pattern textiles that employs a resist dyeing process similar to tie-dye on either the warp or weft fibres prior to dying, and embroidery
2. How are the textile products used as a medium for self-expression and communication between people?
Textiles products are used in Japan and a medium for self- expressions between people through beliefs and values and motifs that symbolize meanings. The products also used as a means of communication by status, religion and meanings
Some traditional symbols in Japanese textiles is the turtle and crane, which are both symbols of long life and good luck in traditional Japanese wedding ceremonies because of the meaning associated with these animals. The origami crane is a well-known worldwide symbol of peace as according to the Japanese tradition, if one folds 1000 origami cranes, their wish for good health will be granted. Both the turtle and crane are regularly seen in Japanese katazome and kasuri cotton textiles patterns. A less frequently seen motif is the sea bream fish (tai) which symbolizes happiness. The chrysanthemum flower, a general term for the flower’s blossom design, is also a common design for Japanese textiles, with more than 150 different patterns. It is still displayed by the Japanese Imperial family.
3. Describe the effects of the culture on the textile design in contemporary society.
The influences Japanese textiles have on the contemporary society is through Harajaku and Ikat scarves, curtains or rugs and by Akira Isogawa.
Harajaku is an area in Tokyo, Japan where young people dress in different styles of clothing to spend the day socializing. The styles are rarely similar, with no particular style as it is usually a mesh of many. Harajuku is also a fashion capital of the world, known