This uchikake from Nishijin boasts a remarkable and unique heaviness, showcasing an extraordinary luminosity under direct lighting. Crafted in the renowned Nishijin district of Kyoto, Japan, famous for its 1200-year history of fine weaving and synonymous with high-quality, exquisite workmanship, this garment embodies the district's legacy. Nishijin techniques, encompassing yarn-dying and weaving developed over centuries, are showcased in this piece. It measures 49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stands at a height of 63 inches (160 cm).

This artwork is featured on pages 350-351 of Ceremonial Textiles of Japan, 18th to 20th Centuries. This book, published by Yorke Antique Textiles, can be previewed or purchased on our website here.

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