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This is a slightly different deadstock asa (hemp) in that most of the asa fabrics we find are pieces from old garments, whereas this came to us in an unused roll of yukata fabric (summer kimono fabric). Asa is a reed or hemp-based fabric more common in Japan in the pre-World War II era, particularly in Meiji period and earlier; Asa is much stronger than cotton and lasts longer; This fabric has a smoother feel to it compared to most of our other asa; it is also somewhat porous and very slightly translucent. Asa fabrics were used to make some summer clothing, various covers, cloth to cover cabinet doors or food, and similar utilitarian purposes in old agrarian Japan. The fabric is white with overlain fan (traditional uchiwa Japanese types) designs in light colonial blue and a few light red accents (see close-ups). Condition: EXCELLENT, strong, no holes,no stains. Perhaps of interest to textile artists, Japanese textile collectors and Japanophile traditional fabric enthusiasts.
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Recommended Resources:
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