Kurashiki knotting
Kurashiki Knotting is a hand-woven textile and design conceived by Kichinosuke Sotomura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum, and has been continuously produced as a chair mat for 80 years.
The Kurashiki Honzome Hand-weaving Research Institute was founded in 1956 and exists as part of the Mingei movement.
It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, etc., and creates healthy, unpretentious beautiful objects that can be used in daily life.
Kurashiki Knotting is one such item.
Woolen threads are individually tied to the warp threads and woven.
It is warm, durable, and will serve you well for a long time.
The individuality of the user is welcome, but the individuality of the maker is unnecessary.
Kurashiki Knotting can be called the culmination of Kichinosuke Sotomura's craftsmanship.
Its beloved appearance, which has remained unchanged through the ages, was supported by the wishes of makers who carefully passed it down from generation to generation.
The design is subtle enough not to be noticeable when placed.
The pattern chosen varies from person to person; it's important for the user to choose a chair mat that suits them, as it will be used for a long time.
This is the back side.
Cotton threads are stretched as warp, and woolen threads are individually tied and cut by hand.
It fits perfectly on the seat of a wishbone chair. It also helps prevent the paper cord from getting dirty.
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Kurashiki Knotting Chair Pad A
For cold wooden chairs. Kurashiki Knotting
Eighty years ago, Mr. Sotomura conceived of a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its robust and minimalist construction means it can last 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 with an eye toward a future lifestyle that would involve chairs. Since the weft is wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on and loved by many 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 out.
Furthermore, its warmth is a key characteristic. Like a rug, it is tightly and firmly woven, so it takes years to soften.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks nearly new, and it won't show signs of wear until it has been sat on for even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a chair pad that has been continuously made for 80 years, using hand-weaving looms and designs conceived by Kichinosuke Sotomura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
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 items with a healthy, unpretentious beauty that are functional in daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Wool threads are tied one by one to the warp threads. 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 unnecessary.
Kurashiki Knotting can be called the culmination of Kichinosuke Sotomura's craftsmanship. Its enduring appeal, beloved even as times change, is supported by the will of the makers, passed down carefully from generation to generation.
Back side.
Cotton warp threads are stretched, and wool threads are individually tied and cut by hand.
For cold wooden chairs. Kurashiki Knotting
Eighty years ago, Mr. Sotomura conceived of a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its robust and minimalist construction means it can last 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 with an eye toward a future lifestyle that would involve chairs. Since the weft is wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on and loved by many 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 out.
Furthermore, its warmth is a key characteristic. Like a rug, it is tightly and firmly woven, so it takes years to soften.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks nearly new, and it won't show signs of wear until it has been sat on for even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a chair pad that has been continuously made for 80 years, using hand-weaving looms and designs conceived by Kichinosuke Sotomura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
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 items with a healthy, unpretentious beauty that are functional in daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Wool threads are tied one by one to the warp threads. 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 unnecessary.
Kurashiki Knotting can be called the culmination of Kichinosuke Sotomura's craftsmanship. Its enduring appeal, beloved even as times change, is supported by the will of the makers, passed down carefully from generation to generation.
Back side.
Cotton warp threads are stretched, and wool threads are individually tied and cut by hand.
| Size |
| Approx. W40 x H40 cm, thickness approx. 5 cm |
| Material |
| 100% Wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Remarks |
| *Due to being handmade, there may be slight variations in size. |
Kurashiki Knotting Chair Pad B
For cold wooden chairs. Kurashiki Knotting
Eighty years ago, Mr. Sotohata conceived of a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its simple, sturdy 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 at a time when floor seating was still common in Japan. It was born from the foresight of a future lifestyle involving chairs. Since the weft is wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on and ensuring a steady stream of devoted users. It is an item to be cherished and used for a long time.
Wool has strong resilience, so it won't flatten.
Furthermore, it is characterized by its warmth. Like a carpet, it is woven very tightly and firmly, so it takes many years for it to soften.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks almost new, and wear and tear won't appear until it's been sat on 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 Sotohata, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyeing and Hand-Weaving Research Institute was established in 1956 as part of the folk art movement. It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, and other crafts, creating objects with a healthy and unpretentious beauty that are used in daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Each wool thread is tied to 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 unnecessary.
Kurashiki Knotting, which can be called the culmination of Yoshinosuke Sotohata's craftsmanship. Its enduring appeal, cherished through changing times, is supported by the will of the makers, passed down through generations.
The reverse side.
Cotton threads are stretched as warp threads, and wool threads are individually tied and cut by hand.
Fits perfectly on the seat of a Wishbone Chair. Also helps prevent staining of paper cord.
For cold wooden chairs. Kurashiki Knotting
Eighty years ago, Mr. Sotohata conceived of a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its simple, sturdy 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 at a time when floor seating was still common in Japan. It was born from the foresight of a future lifestyle involving chairs. Since the weft is wool, it has a thick finish, making it comfortable to sit on and ensuring a steady stream of devoted users. It is an item to be cherished and used for a long time.
Wool has strong resilience, so it won't flatten.
Furthermore, it is characterized by its warmth. Like a carpet, it is woven very tightly and firmly, so it takes many years for it to soften.
Even after about 10 years of use, it still looks almost new, and wear and tear won't appear until it's been sat on 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 Sotohata, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyeing and Hand-Weaving Research Institute was established in 1956 as part of the folk art movement. It teaches hand-weaving, spinning, dyeing, and other crafts, creating objects with a healthy and unpretentious beauty that are used in daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Each wool thread is tied to 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 unnecessary.
Kurashiki Knotting, which can be called the culmination of Yoshinosuke Sotohata's craftsmanship. Its enduring appeal, cherished through changing times, is supported by the will of the makers, passed down through generations.
The reverse side.
Cotton threads are stretched as warp threads, and wool threads are individually tied and cut by hand.
Fits perfectly on the seat of a Wishbone Chair. Also helps prevent staining of paper cord.
| Size |
| Approx. W40 × H40 cm, Thickness approx. 5 cm |
| Material |
| 100% wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Remarks |
| *Due to being handmade, there may be variations in size. |
Kurashiki Knotting Chair Pad C
For cold wooden chairs. Kurashiki Knotting
80 years ago, Mr. Sotomura developed a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its sturdy and efficient construction means it can be used 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 at a time when floor seating was still prevalent in Japan. It was born out of foresight for a future lifestyle involving chairs. Since the weft is made of wool, it has a thick finish, providing excellent comfort and attracting a loyal following. This is a product you'll 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 carpet, 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 almost new, and it won't show wear until it has been sat on for even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a hand-woven chair pad that has been produced for 80 years, based on a loom and design conceived by Yoshinosuke Sotomura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyed Hand-Weaving 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 with a healthy and unpretentious beauty that are used in daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Each wool thread is tied to the warp and 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 Yoshinosuke Sotomura's craftsmanship. Its enduring appeal, even as times change, was supported by the intentions of its makers, carefully passed down through generations.
This is the back side.
Cotton threads are stretched as warp, and wool threads are individually tied and cut by hand.
It fits perfectly on the seat of a Wishbone chair. Also prevents stains on paper cords.
For cold wooden chairs. Kurashiki Knotting
80 years ago, Mr. Sotomura developed a chair pad called "Kurashiki Knotting." Its sturdy and efficient construction means it can be used 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 at a time when floor seating was still prevalent in Japan. It was born out of foresight for a future lifestyle involving chairs. Since the weft is made of wool, it has a thick finish, providing excellent comfort and attracting a loyal following. This is a product you'll 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 carpet, 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 almost new, and it won't show wear until it has been sat on for even longer.
Kurashiki Knotting is a hand-woven chair pad that has been produced for 80 years, based on a loom and design conceived by Yoshinosuke Sotomura, the first director of the Kurashiki Folk Craft Museum.
The Kurashiki Hand-Dyed Hand-Weaving 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 with a healthy and unpretentious beauty that are used in daily life. Kurashiki Knotting is one such item. Each wool thread is tied to the warp and 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 Yoshinosuke Sotomura's craftsmanship. Its enduring appeal, even as times change, was supported by the intentions of its makers, carefully passed down through generations.
This is the back side.
Cotton threads are stretched as warp, and wool threads are individually tied and cut by hand.
It fits perfectly on the seat of a Wishbone chair. Also prevents stains on paper cords.
| Size |
| Approx. W40×H40cm, Thickness approx. 5cm |
| Material |
| 100% Wool |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan (Kurashiki) |
| Notes |
| *Due to being handmade, there may be variations in size. |
倉敷ノッティング 椅子敷 D
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.
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 Chair Pad E
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.
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. |
Kurashiki Knotting Chair Pad F
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.
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 Chair Pad G
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.
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. |
