This is wonderful Japanese antique tsutsugaki textile of umakake horse Cover in Edo period. The material is thick indigo dye cotton. As for the design of the rabbit that flies between waves, the design like auspicious. There is slightly a stain. There is no damage. The state is very good. The family crest at the center is very unusual kasa. size: Width:150cm (59.1inch) Length:62cm (24.4inch)

This is shirushi hanten jacket of very rare indigo dye cotton in Edo period.It can be worn. It is shirushi hanten of the buddhist temple in Kyoto. The motif of the back and the chest is very impressive. There is a little stain. There is one pinhole. However, it doesn't stand out. The state is very good in thick cotton. Warm touch of the indigo dye cotton in Edo period is wonderful. I must feel it for the hand...

This is Japanese Antique Textile Excellent shibori (Tie-dye)& sashiko stitch Farmer's Vest at the Meiji era.(1890~1910) This item was made in the Meiji era in Hirosaki prefecture, Aomori prefecture. Almost unused. All sashiko are hand-stitched. Indigo dyed cotton and shibori (Tie-dye) & sashiko stitch are wonderfully beautiful. It's a wonderfully beautiful motif. It's very gorgeous...

This is a Japanese antique excellent silk kinran Weave and hand-embroidery kesa textile of the edo era(1800-1867) . The lining is silk safflower dyed. There are some stains, and a part of the embroidery thread is peeled off. There is a small hole. But they don't stand out. Recommended for your antique textile collection. Size:Length:94cm / 37inch Width:: 29cm / 11.4inch

This is a Japanese antique Boro Tattered Material a rare and hand-spun natural Shina-fu Linden fabric with dark brown. It is an rare old meiji period (1868-1911)fabric. It is a thick and rough. Shina-fu Linden is a deciduous tree native to northern temperate regions. Elm and linden cloth naturally turn darker brown as time passes, due to the tannin content in these tree fibers. There is dirt and repair marks. The rag that has been used many times and discolored is an art in itself...

1900's Japanese Silk Embroidered Wall Hanging Panel

It is 76.77 inches (195 cm) long by 56.3 inches (143 cm) wide.

It has loss, pulling, and missing threads, stains, discolorations, frayed edges, and surface wears (as seen in the photos).

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Antique Japanese hikeshi banten, fireman's coat. Made of layers of cotton fabric and stitched in the sashiko quilting technique. Fires were common in Japanese urban areas due to the dense population as well as construction material (primarily wood and paper). Fire brigades were made up of samurai class (buke hikeshi) as well as common class (machi hikeshi). Their primary goal in containing a fire was to tear down the surrounding buildings so the fire had no more fuel...

Antique Japanese Buddhist Pilgrim's coat. Buddhist monks associated with the teachings of Kukai (or Kobo Daishi) would embark on a pilgrimage to visit the 88 temples on the island of Shikoku. Upon arriving to each temple, the monk would bathe before giving offerings and reciting prayers as well as receive a stamp distinctive to each temple. Normally a monk would carry around a special stamp book however it is not unusual to stamp the monk's coat as seen here...

Antique Japanese Buddhist Pilgrim's coat. Buddhist monks associated with the teachings of Kukai (or Kobo Daishi) would embark on a pilgrimage to visit the 88 temples on the island of Shikoku. Upon arriving to each temple, the monk would bathe before giving offerings and reciting prayers as well as receive a stamp distinctive to each temple. Normally a monk would carry around a special stamp book however it is not unusual to stamp the monk's coat as seen here...

Antique Japanese light summer kesa (Buddhist Priest's vestment). Made with a sheer layer of black silk embroidered with silver crayfish medallions and lined with white silk.

Often described as a mantel or robe, the kesa is worn draped diagonally over the left shoulder and under the right armpit. Meant as a reminder of the Buddha's own simple patched garment, kesa are formed from many fragments of cloth...

Baby's ceremonial kimono made of asa whose warp and weft are hand-plied. It looks choma (ramie) than taima (hemp), however it is not proven till it is looked by a microscope. Child's or baby's kimono was recycled from adult's and so did this one. It has some stains. The folded seam in the body is unseamed. The second half of the 19th century. 96cm x 115cm

An antique vertical wall hanging made of velvet, partially cut and painted with ink and colors. Beautiful depiction of a watermill in a grove with two peasants. Original brocade border and printed cotton lining with hanging loops. Signed and sealed in the lower left corner. Condition: fine, scarce stained, partially faded, few traces of age. Dimension with border: c. 198 cm x 146 cm.

This is a Japanese antique rare Cherry-colored plant dyeing hemp roll fabric of meiji era.It's a very beautiful and charming color. There are no stains. There are 3 small holes, but overall they are in very good condition.Size::length:10m 17cm / Width:34cm

It is japanese antique indigo dye ramie choma Stripes kimono of the original of the meiji era. It is in very good condition with no stains or damage. The fabric is durable and can be worn. Size:Length:140cm (55.1inch) / Cuff to cuff, across the back: 128cm ( 50.3inch)

This is indigo dye cotton tsutsugaki textile futon cover at the edo-Meiji era. Very auspicious, brave hawk and pine tree design. The material is thick indigo-dyed cotton. The technique of indigo dyeing Tsutsugaki is very good and beautiful. It is unused and has no stains or damage. The state is excellent. It is a very valuable gem. Please add it to the collection. Four panels are sewn together. Size: Length 168 cm (66.1 inches) / Width 126 cm (49.6 inches)

This is a rare Japanese antique handspun & natural indigo dye cotton soft tenugi fabric in meiji period (1868-1911). It is a Swallow and plum character pattern. size: Length:80cm / 31.4" Width: 30cm / 11.8"

It is a Japanese antique Lattice pattern of indigo-dyed cotton and thick textile from the Meiji era (1848-1911). There is no dirt or damage. Recommended for materials, wall decorations and bedspreads. Three long fabrics are sewn and connected. Can be washed with water. Size:Length:168cm(66.14inch) Width::100cm(39.3inch)

This is Fukusa of beautiful hand embroidery made in Kyoto in the Edo era.(1800-1867) As for the embroidery, the thread which gold leaf was rolled round is used and is made all by hand. The surface does not have a stain and the damage. And there are a few stains to the lining. It does not stand out. This is embroidery of a lucky bird. Size:Length:71cm(27.9inch ) / Width: 67cm( 26.3inch)