埼玉県·工芸品
Indigo Dyeing (Aizome)
The northern part of the prefecture, centered around Hanyu, Kazo, and Gyoda, is a historic production area for indigo dyeing. It is said to have begun during the Tenmei era (1781–1789) of the Edo period, when farm women dyed their families' clothing during the agricultural off-season. The well water in this region is rich in iron, which, through the process of mordanting, produces a deep, purplish indigo known as 'Kachiiro.' This blue, called Bushu Sho-aizome, is also highly attractive for its durability, gaining more character with use. It is said that at one time, there were over 200 dyeworks lined up in the area. Registered as a regional collective trademark in 2008, it is truly one of the origins of 'Japan Blue.' Please experience and discover the beauty of this deep, clear blue for yourself.
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