🛍️ Mari Cotton (Nagoya)

The Arimatsu area in Nagoya City's Midori Ward is designated as the birthplace of the national traditional craft "Arimatsu Shibori." "Mari Cotton" is an Arimatsu Shibori art shop run by two female artisans. They value traditional techniques and continuously create products that resonate with modern sensibilities through unprecedented color applications and creativity. Among the many Arimatsu Shibori techniques, they primarily use the "Kakubari Dyeing" method, which involves folding the fabric and clamping it between two wooden boards before dyeing. The best-selling tenugui (hand towels) utilize the traditional craft of Mie Prefecture, "Ise Cotton," known for its soft texture that resists wrinkling. The quality improves with each wash, making it something people want to cherish and use for a long time. Additionally, they offer a variety of everyday products, including clothing, bags, and accessories. Choosing souvenirs or gifts from here can easily become an obsession.

Selling emphasizes traditional techniques and free creativity with "Arimatsu Shibori." The popular tenugui (hand towels) use the traditional craft of Mie Prefecture, "Ise Cotton." There are various everyday products such as clothing, bags, and accessories.