Taishi Kanto Kobukusa Dashibukusa by Kitamura Tokusai

Taishi Kanto | 太子間道 

This textile has also been used as the shifuku (silk pouch) for the great meibutsu “Aburaya Katatsuki” chaire (tea caddy). With a texture reminiscent of kasuri (ikat-like patterns), the fabric features a mysterious, repeating motif that resembles human figures. Although it is not a striped pattern, it is known as "Kantou," which likely derives from Guangdong in China. It is also used in the tsuitate (standing screen) at Tokusai san ’s shop.

Product No. 460
Material: Finest Quality 100% Silk
Textile: Traditional Nishijin-ori (Kyoto Brocade)
Construction: Hand-sewn

Size:
Kobukusa: Approx. 15.8 × 15.2 cm (6.22 × 5.98 inches)
Dashibukusa: Approx. 27.5 × 28.5 cm (10.83 × 11.22 inches

茶の裂地名鑑 P278
北村徳齋の仕事裂地爛漫 P97

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.