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		<title>CompUser: Created page with &quot;&#039;&#039;&#039;Omi-jōfu&#039;&#039;&#039; (近江上布) is a traditional ramie textile produced in the region of Ōmi Province, corresponding to present-day Shiga Prefecture. Known for its crisp texture, refined kasuri (ikat) patterning, and cool, breathable qualities, Omi-jōfu has historically been used as a summer garment fabric. While closely related to Echigo-jōfu and Ojiya-chijimi, Omi-jōfu developed its own regional identity and aesthetic characteristics.  == History ==...&quot;</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Created page with &amp;quot;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Omi-jōfu&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; (近江上布) is a traditional ramie textile produced in the region of &lt;a href=&quot;/index.php?title=%C5%8Cmi_Province&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1&quot; class=&quot;new&quot; title=&quot;Ōmi Province (page does not exist)&quot;&gt;Ōmi Province&lt;/a&gt;, corresponding to present-day &lt;a href=&quot;/index.php?title=Shiga_Prefecture&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1&quot; class=&quot;new&quot; title=&quot;Shiga Prefecture (page does not exist)&quot;&gt;Shiga Prefecture&lt;/a&gt;. Known for its crisp texture, refined kasuri (ikat) patterning, and cool, breathable qualities, Omi-jōfu has historically been used as a summer garment fabric. While closely related to &lt;a href=&quot;/index.php?title=Echigo-j%C5%8Dfu&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1&quot; class=&quot;new&quot; title=&quot;Echigo-jōfu (page does not exist)&quot;&gt;Echigo-jōfu&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=&quot;/wiki/Ojiya-chijimi/&quot; title=&quot;Ojiya-chijimi&quot;&gt;Ojiya-chijimi&lt;/a&gt;, Omi-jōfu developed its own regional identity and aesthetic characteristics.  == History ==...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;New page&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Omi-jōfu&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; (近江上布) is a traditional ramie textile produced in the region of [[Ōmi Province]], corresponding to present-day [[Shiga Prefecture]]. Known for its crisp texture, refined kasuri (ikat) patterning, and cool, breathable qualities, Omi-jōfu has historically been used as a summer garment fabric. While closely related to [[Echigo-jōfu]] and [[Ojiya-chijimi]], Omi-jōfu developed its own regional identity and aesthetic characteristics.&lt;br /&gt;
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== History ==&lt;br /&gt;
Omi-jōfu has roots in textile production from the early Edo period. As trade networks expanded, Omi became an important distribution center for textiles between western and eastern Japan. Local weavers adopted and adapted techniques associated with ramie processing and kasuri dyeing, developing a distinctive weaving culture.&lt;br /&gt;
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During the 18th and 19th centuries, Omi-jōfu was traded widely and gained recognition as a high-quality summer cloth. Its demand declined during the modern industrial era, but revival movements in the 20th century helped preserve remaining weaving traditions.&lt;br /&gt;
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== Materials ==&lt;br /&gt;
Omi-jōfu is woven from &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Ramie fibers&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; (苧麻, &amp;#039;&amp;#039;choma&amp;#039;&amp;#039;)&lt;br /&gt;
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Ramie processing includes:&lt;br /&gt;
* Hand-splitting and combing of fibers&lt;br /&gt;
* Twisting into fine continuous threads&lt;br /&gt;
* Careful alignment to achieve a light and even weave&lt;br /&gt;
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== Technique ==&lt;br /&gt;
Key features include:&lt;br /&gt;
* &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Kasuri (ikat)&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; resist-dye patterning of warp and/or weft threads before weaving&lt;br /&gt;
* Handweaving on traditional looms&lt;br /&gt;
* Post-weave finishing to create a smooth surface&lt;br /&gt;
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Omi-jōfu tends to show:&lt;br /&gt;
* &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Soft-edged geometric motifs&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&lt;br /&gt;
* Indigo or natural-dye tonal variation&lt;br /&gt;
* Even, lightweight texture suited to warm climates&lt;br /&gt;
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Some workshops produce &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;plain-woven&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; variations without patterning.&lt;br /&gt;
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== Cultural Significance ==&lt;br /&gt;
Omi-jōfu represents the weaving heritage of Shiga, a region historically linked to merchant culture and inland trade networks. The textile reflects the adaptive nature of Japanese handweaving traditions, combining regional innovation with shared craft knowledge across Japan’s ramie-producing areas.&lt;br /&gt;
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== Modern Status ==&lt;br /&gt;
Although production is limited, Omi-jōfu continues to be woven by:&lt;br /&gt;
* Certified artisans&lt;br /&gt;
* Craft cooperatives&lt;br /&gt;
* Cultural preservation organizations&lt;br /&gt;
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Today, it is used for:&lt;br /&gt;
* Summer kimono and juban (undergarments)&lt;br /&gt;
* Obi and accessories&lt;br /&gt;
* Artistic textile works&lt;br /&gt;
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== See also ==&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Ojiya-chijimi]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Echigo-jōfu]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Tsugaru-jōfu]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Kasuri]]&lt;br /&gt;
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== References ==&lt;br /&gt;
* 滋賀県伝統工芸保存会『近江上布の技術と地域文化』滋賀, 2013.&lt;br /&gt;
* 竹内美智子（M. Takeuchi）『日本の伝統織物事典』平凡社, 2014.&lt;br /&gt;
* Dower, John W. (ed.). *Handwoven Textiles of Japan*. Shibundo, 1998.&lt;br /&gt;
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