Japanese Shibori: Resist Dye History
Noah Tanaka·Published
Defining Shibori
Shibori (from shiboru, to wring) encompasses all Japanese resist-dye techniques—binding, stitching, folding, clamping.
Ancient Origins
Earliest fragments from 8th century Shosoin treasury at Nara. Kanoko (fawn-spot) binding from the Silk Road.
Edo Flourishing
- Tsuji-ga-hana: stitching, binding, painting combined
- Nui shibori: elaborate stitch-resist scenes
- Arashi shibori: pole-wrapping diagonal patterns
