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Kurashiki Knotting for cold wooden chairs
80 years ago, Mr. Sotomura conceived of a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its simple, durable construction means it can last 50 years, or even a lifetime if cared for well. Placed on a cold wooden chair in winter, it protects your bottom from the chill.
Kurashiki Knotting was created when sitting on the floor was still the norm in Japan. It was born in anticipation of a future lifestyle that would involve using chairs. Because the weft is made of wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on, and it has a loyal following. This is an item you'll want to cherish for a long time.
Wool has strong resilience, so it won't flatten.
Furthermore, its characteristic is warmth. Like a rug, it is woven very tightly and firmly, so it takes years to soften.
Even after about 10 years of use, it remains almost new, and it won't show wear unless you sit on it for even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a hand-woven and designed chair pad that has been made for 80 years, conceived by Kichinosuke Sotomura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyeing and Hand-Weaving Research Institute was founded in 1956 and exists as part of the folk craft movement. It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, etc., and produces healthy and unpretentious beautiful objects for daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. It is woven by tying wool threads one by one to the warp. It is warm, durable, and will serve you well for a long time.
The user's individuality is welcome, but the maker's individuality is not required.
Kurashiki Knotting is a crystallization of the craftsmanship that Kichinosuke Sotomura aimed for. Its enduring appeal, beloved through changing times, was sustained by the will of the makers, passed down through generations.
This is the back.
Cotton threads are stretched for the warp, and wool threads are tied and cut one by one by hand.
Fits perfectly on a Wishbone chair seat. Also prevents paper cord from getting dirty.
| Size |
| Approx. W40 × H40cm, Thickness approx. 5cm |
| Material |
| 100% Wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Remarks |
| *As each item is handmade, there may be slight variations in size. |
Kurashiki Knotting: For cold, chilly wooden chairs.
Eighty years ago, Mr. Otsumura conceived of a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its simple and durable construction means it can last for 50 years, or even a lifetime if well-maintained. When placed on a cold wooden chair in winter, it protects your bottom from the chill.
Kurashiki Knotting was created when sitting on the floor was still the norm in Japan. It was born in anticipation of a future where chairs would be commonly used. Because the weft is wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on and enjoyed by many users. It is an item to be cherished and used for a long time.
Wool has strong resilience, so it doesn't flatten.
Furthermore, its characteristic is warmth. Like a rug, it is tightly woven and firm, so it takes years for it to become flexible.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks almost new, and it won't show wear until it's been sat on even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a hand-woven chair pad conceived by Kichinosuke Otsumura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum, and has been produced with the same design for 80 years.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyeing and Hand-Weaving Research Institute was founded in 1956 and exists as part of the Folk Craft Movement. It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, etc., and creates healthy and unpretentious items of beauty that are used in everyday life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Woolen threads are tied one by one to the warp threads. It is warm, durable, and will serve you for a long time.
The user's individuality is welcome, but the maker's individuality is unnecessary.
Kurashiki Knotting is a culmination of Kichinosuke Otsumura's philosophy of craftsmanship. Its beloved appearance, which transcends changing times, was supported by the makers' will, carefully passed down through generations.
Back side.
Cotton threads are stretched as warp, and wool threads are individually knotted and cut by hand.
Fits perfectly on the seat of a Y-chair. Also helps prevent paper cord from getting dirty.
| Size |
| Approx. w40×h40cm, thickness approx. 5cm |
| Material |
| 100% Wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Remarks |
| *Sizes may vary due to handmade nature. |
For cold wooden chairs. Kurashiki Knotting
Eighty years ago, Mr. Sotomura devised a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its sturdy, no-frills construction ensures it can be used for 50 years, or even a lifetime if well-maintained. Placed on a cold wooden chair in winter, it protects your bottom from the chill.
Kurashiki Knotting was created when sitting on the floor was still the norm in Japan. It was born in anticipation of a future lifestyle that incorporated chairs. Because the weft is wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on, and it has a constant following of users. It is an item you will want to cherish and use for a long time.
Wool has strong resilience, so it won't flatten.
Furthermore, its characteristic is warmth. Like a rug, it is woven very tightly and firmly, so it takes years to become pliable.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks almost new, and it won't show wear unless it's sat on for even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a chair pad that has been continuously produced for 80 years using the handloom and design conceived by Kichinosuke Sotomura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyeing and Hand-Weaving Research Institute was founded in 1956 and exists as part of the Folk Craft Movement. It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, etc., and creates objects that possess a healthy and unassuming beauty, working amidst daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Wool threads are knotted one by one onto the warp threads and then woven. It is warm, durable, and will serve you well for a long time.
While the user's individuality is welcome, the maker's individuality is unnecessary.
Kurashiki Knotting can be called the culmination of Kichinosuke Sotomura's craftsmanship. Its beloved presence, even as times change, was sustained by the will of the makers, carefully passed down through generations.
This is the back side.
Cotton threads are stretched as warp threads, and wool threads are individually knotted and cut by hand.
| Size |
| Approx. W40 × H40cm, Thickness approx. 5cm |
| Material |
| 100% Wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Remarks |
| *As each item is handmade, there may be slight variations in size. |
Kurashiki Knotting for cold wooden chairs
Eighty years ago, Mr. Sotohana devised the "Kurashiki Knotting" chair pad. Its simple and durable construction means it can be used for 50 years, or even a lifetime if well cared for. Placed on a cold wooden chair in winter, it protects your bottom from the chill.
Kurashiki Knotting was created when sitting on the floor was still the norm in Japan. It was conceived with a future lifestyle involving chairs in mind. Because the weft is made of wool, it has a thick finish and is comfortable to sit on, maintaining a loyal following. It is an item to be cherished and used for a long time.
Wool has strong resilience, so it won't flatten.
Moreover, it is warm, which is its characteristic. Like a rug, it is tightly woven and stiff, so it takes years to become pliable.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks almost new, and it won't show wear unless it's sat on for even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a chair pad that has been continuously made for 80 years, using the handloom and design conceived by Kichinosuke Sotohana, the first director of the Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyeing and Hand-Weaving Research Institute was established in 1956 and exists as part of the Folk Craft Movement. It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, etc., and creates objects with a healthy and unpretentious beauty that work in daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Wool threads are tied one by one to the warp threads to weave it. It is warm, durable, and will serve you for a long time.
The user's individuality is welcome, but the maker's individuality is unnecessary.
Kurashiki Knotting is a crystallization of Kichinosuke Sotohana's manufacturing philosophy. Its enduring appeal, beloved across generations, is supported by the makers' commitment to passing down traditions.
Back side.
Cotton threads are stretched for the warp, and wool threads are tied and cut one by one by hand.
Fits perfectly on the seat of a Wishbone Chair. Also prevents soiling of the paper cord.
| Size |
| Approx. W40 x H40cm, Thickness approx. 5cm |
| Material |
| 100% wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Remarks |
| *Due to being handmade one by one, there may be variations in size. |
For cold wooden chairs. Kurashiki Knotting
80 years ago, Mr. Sotomura conceived the "Kurashiki Knotting" chair pad. Its simple and durable construction means it can be used for 50 years, or even a lifetime if well-maintained. Placing it on a cold wooden chair in winter will protect your bottom from the chill.
Kurashiki Knotting was created when sitting on the floor was still the norm in Japan. It was born in anticipation of a future where people would use chairs. Because the weft is wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on and perpetually popular. It is a cherished item that you will want to use for a long time.
Wool has strong resilience, so it won't flatten.
Furthermore, it is notably warm. Like a rug, it is tightly woven and stiff, so it takes years to become pliable.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks almost new, and it won't show wear unless it's used for even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a hand-woven chair pad that has been continuously produced for 80 years, based on the loom and design conceived by Yoshinosuke Sotomura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
The Kurashiki Honzome Handweaving Research Institute was founded in 1956 and exists as part of the Mingei (folk craft) movement. It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, etc., and creates objects that possess a healthy and unpretentious beauty through daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such object. Each wool yarn is knotted onto the warp and woven. It is warm, durable, and will serve you well for a long time.
The user's individuality is welcome, but the maker's individuality is not required.
Kurashiki Knotting, which can be called the culmination of Yoshinosuke Sotomura's philosophy of craftsmanship. Its enduring appeal, beloved even as times change, was supported by the makers' will, passed down from generation to generation.
Back side.
Cotton threads are stretched as warp, and wool threads are individually knotted and cut by hand.
It fits perfectly on the seat of a Wishbone chair. Also helps prevent paper cord from getting dirty.
| Size |
| Approx. w40×h40cm, thickness approx. 5cm |
| Material |
| 100% Wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Remarks |
| *As each item is handmade, there may be slight variations in size. |
Kurashiki Knotting: For cold wooden chairs
Eighty years ago, Mr. Sotohana conceived of a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its simple, durable construction means it can be used for 50 years, or even a lifetime if well-maintained. Placed on a cold wooden chair in winter, it protects your bottom from the chill.
Kurashiki Knotting was created when sitting on the floor was still the norm in Japan. It was born in anticipation of a future where chairs would be used more commonly. Because the weft yarn is wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on, and it has a continuous stream of loyal users. It's a product to be cherished and used for a long time.
Wool has strong resilience, so it doesn't flatten out.
Furthermore, it's warm, which is its characteristic. Like a rug, it's woven very tightly and firmly, so it takes years for it to become pliable.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks almost new, and it won't show wear unless it's sat on for even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a chair pad that has been made for 80 years, using the handloom and design conceived by Kichinosuke Sotohana, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyed Hand-Woven Research Institute was founded in 1956 and exists as part of the folk craft movement. It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, etc., and creates healthy and unpretentious beautiful objects for daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Woolen threads are tied one by one to the warp threads and woven. It is warm, durable, and will serve you for a long time.
Users may have individuality, but makers do not need it.
Kurashiki Knotting, which can be called the culmination of Kichinosuke Sotohana's manufacturing philosophy. Its enduring appeal, even as times change, is supported by the will of the makers, who pass it down carefully from generation to generation.
Back side.
Cotton threads are stretched for the warp, and woolen threads are tied and cut one by one by hand.
Fits perfectly on the seat of a Wishbone chair. Also prevents paper cord from getting dirty.
| Size |
| Approx. W40 x H40cm, Thickness approx. 5cm |
| Material |
| 100% Wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Notes |
| *As each item is handmade, there may be slight variations in size. |
Kurashiki Notting Chair Mat J
Kurashiki Notting for cold wooden chairs.
80 years ago, Mr. Sotomura developed the "Kurashiki Notting" chair mat. Its durable and efficient construction means it can be used for 50 years, or even a lifetime if well-maintained. Placed on a cold wooden chair in winter, it protects your bottom from the chill.
Kurashiki Notting was created when sitting on the floor was still the norm in Japan. It was born with an eye to a future where chairs would be used in daily life. Because the weft is wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on and perpetually popular. It's an item you'll want to cherish and use for a long time.
Wool has strong resilience, so it won't flatten.
In addition, it's warm. Like a rug, it's woven very tightly and firmly, so it takes years for it to become supple.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks close to new, and it won't show wear unless it's sat on for even longer.
Kurashiki Notting is a chair mat that has been produced for 80 years using the hand-weaving loom and designs conceived by Kichinosuke Sotomura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyed Hand-Woven Research Institute was established in 1956 as part of the Mingei (Folk Craft) Movement.
It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, etc., and creates healthy, unpretentious, beautiful objects that work in daily life. Kurashiki Notting is one such item. It is woven by tying wool threads one by one to the warp threads. It is warm, durable, and will serve you for a long time.
The individuality of the user is welcome, but the individuality of the maker is not needed.
Kurashiki Notting can be called the culmination of Kichinosuke Sotomura's philosophy of craftsmanship. Its timeless appeal, loved through changing eras, has been supported by the makers' intention, passed down carefully from generation to generation.
Back side.
Cotton threads are stretched as warp, and wool threads are tied and cut one by one by hand.
It fits perfectly on the seat of a Wishbone chair. Also prevents soiling of the paper cord.
| Size |
| Approx. w40 x h40cm, thickness approx. 5cm |
| Material |
| 100% Wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Remarks |
| *Due to being handmade, there may be variations in size. |
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