Masako Tsunoda: Katae-zome Fabric Exhibition
Katae-zome is a time-honored dying and weaving technique passed down through the centuries. Patterned paper treated with astringent persimmon juice and adhesive are combined to cut stencils used for dying cloth and washi paper. Noren storefront curtains with ornate flower, leaf and berry themes expressing the changing seasons, accompanied by tapestries depicting seasonal festivals, table centrepieces and more are on display here and available for purchase.