Traditional Japanese candles are made of natural plants such as fruits of wax trees, rice, rape flowers, or Urushi (sumac) tree. Wick is made of Washi paper wrapped with rush grass. The flame is larger and brighter than

OnodaFebruary 15, 2017O N O D Atakazawacandle, japanesecandle, onoda, onodaswitzerland, onodazurich

'Kasuri' = ikat

Kasuri is Japanese term for Ikat fabric, which is originated from India.It is known for its patterns with blurred edge. Kasuri is woven often with cotton yarn.

Japanese folks started wearing Kasuri since

TextileOnodaFebruary 11, 2017O N O D Akasuri, japaneseikat, onoda, onodaswitzerland, onodazurich