If you have been practicing Sashiko for a while, you will probably know which pattern I am aiming to finish with. It is an in-process pattern of a popular pattern, yet I also like this stage. Don’t you think it can be identified as the “Pattern”? ☆ In fact, all…
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Amimon: Weaving Tradition and Rhythm Through Sashiko Stitching
Amimon (網文) is a Sashiko pattern symbolizing connection and strength, requiring small, deliberate stitches. Pre-printed Indigo fabric offers a perfect blend of tradition and ease for all skill levels.
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There is no doubt about the “Difference” between Cultures. Because of the “Diffe
There is no doubt about the “Difference” between Cultures. Because of the “Difference”, it is okay to go through difficult time to understand another culture. By spending a lot of time in difference, I hope that I can introduce the Sashiko we practice, which isn’t fully introduced in English. ☆…
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The Jacket I featured on the flier for our Sashiko Exhibition in 2024 is done by
The Jacket I featured on the flier for our Sashiko Exhibition in 2024 is done by Keiko & Unshinkai (A group of our Sashiko Students → Sashiko Friends). With an analogy of Orchestra, Keiko is a conductor, and many Sashiko Artisans we work togethers play the instruments – everyone is…
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We will have a small exhibition of Sashiko Works by Keiko & members of “Unshinka
We will have a small exhibition of Sashiko Works by Keiko & members of “Unshinkai (Atsushi’s Sashiko students → Sashioko friends in Japan)” in November. It will happen in a cute & Japanese-like Cafe/Gallery (Genki Gallery) in Tokyo’s Old Town – Tsukishima. As Keiko doesn’t open her studio to the…
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Another dream came true. In 2023, I was offered the 1st Sashiko Japan Tour. It s
Another dream came true. In 2023, I was offered the 1st Sashiko Japan Tour. It says “Tour” – but it is more like a retreat in Japan, enjoying a series of workshops with many Japanese Sashiko Artisans. Among many reasons to organize, one big reason to do so is to…
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When we are immersed in one practice, I guess there are some moments of “Paradig
When we are immersed in one practice, I guess there are some moments of “Paradigm Shift”. We may call it “Turning Points”. During my 40+ years of life with Sashiko, one of the significant moments happened in 2011, when I took part in the “Otsuchi (Recovery) Sashiko Project”. I am…
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I have been sharing Sashiko for 8 years, both from a technical & cultural perspe
I have been sharing Sashiko for 8 years, both from a technical & cultural perspective. I have shared many videos online for free (although my video editing skill isn’t so good). Live Streaming is always available. I try my best to share stories (close to) daily here… all of my…
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“Any Recommendations to start learning Sashiko?” ever since I started teaching S
“Any Recommendations to start learning Sashiko?” ever since I started teaching Sashiko, I have received this question so many times. The best recommendation is the Sashiko Class I offer – [Core & Essence], either In-Person or Online. It will give a great package of technique & mindset to start enjoying…
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We live in a very different world now, even compared to the “normal” I grew up w
We live in a very different world now, even compared to the “normal” I grew up with 30 years ago. We can access all kinds of “answers” in a moment – we can find the answer we want to get when we keep looking for & ignoring other inconvenient information….