Sho-ha Ariaso gire Dashibukusa

Sho-ha Ariaso gire | 紹巴荒磯裂

This textile depicts a powerful and dynamic scene of carp swimming upstream against the turbulent currents of a waterfall basin. The vigorous movement of the fish creates a striking sense of energy and determination.

This motif is also found in kinran (gold brocade) and donsu (satin damask) textiles and was particularly favored by tea practitioners. In Japanese tradition, the carp is regarded as the king of river fish and is revered as a symbol of success and advancement, inspired by the famous legend of a carp ascending a waterfall and transforming into a dragon.

Product No. 288
Material: Finest Quality 100% Silk
Textile: Traditional Nishijin-ori (Kyoto Brocade)
Construction: Hand-sewn

Size:
Dashibukusa: Approx. 27.5 × 28.5 cm (10.83 × 11.22 inches

茶の裂地名鑑 P224

Kitamura Tokusai is Japan’s only specialized maker of fukusa (ceremonial silk cloths) for tea ceremony. Established in 1712 (Shōtoku 2) in Kyoto’s Nishijin district, the workshop has been producing fine tea utensils for over 300 years, preserving the elegance and spirit of traditional craftsmanship.

Features of Kitamura’s Kobukusa

■ Carefully Selected Fabrics

Made from traditional textiles such as Nishijin-ori, each piece showcases refined patterns and graceful colors appropriate for the tea room.

■ Beautiful Craftsmanship

Each kobukusa is carefully hand-sewn with great attention to detail, offering both ease of use and aesthetic elegance.