Yotsume dyed cloth | Gama mouth | SASHIKO Aonori | Blue color Neibi

The cloth made using the "katazome" technique is hand-dyed.

Since the entire process from stencil making to dyeing is done by hand, each stencil has its own unique character.

When the stencil shakes or the patterns are not uniform—such handcrafted details create a charming, warm expression. This is an item that can convey the breath of human hands, something digital methods cannot express.

*Please note that due to cutting, the way the stencil appears may vary, so the placement of the stencil cannot be selected. We appreciate your understanding.*

A comfortable feeling that grows more with daily use

Its size is perfect to fit snugly in both hands and won’t be bulky even if placed in a bag.
Also, it’s just the right size to hold small items like lip cream or makeup tools.
Because it has a large opening, it opens and closes smoothly. You can easily open it with one hand and quickly take out or put in what you need, making it very convenient.

The quality you can feel every time you hold it

The metal fittings are made of brass, giving a nostalgic and well-polished atmosphere.

The inside is lined with thick linen, making it sturdy and giving a sense of security.

The contrast between the dyed fabric and the lining is exquisite, adding a subtle sparkle every time you open it.

Each piece carries a thought

The "gama mouth" is made using the "Yotsume dyed cloth" technique.
In our dyeing workshop, we apply traditional Japanese techniques such as "katazome" (stencil dyeing) and "tubegaki" (pipe drawing) to create patterns on cloth, which are then used as the base material for products like the gama mouth.

The surface of the gama mouth is dyed using "katazome."
Katazome starts with making an original stencil pattern. The stencil is placed on the cloth, and a paste made of rice bran or rice bran ash is applied. The parts covered with the paste do not get dyed, creating the white parts of the pattern.

After the paste dries, dye is applied with a brush. If using a single color, it is completed in one go, but when using multiple colors, each color is layered one by one as if painting a picture.

Finally, when the paste is washed off with water, the pattern suddenly floats up vividly, and when dried, the product is complete.

In this way, a long process is undertaken to complete one piece of cloth, transforming it into a gama mouth.

Stencils you can only find here

All stencils for "Yotsume dyed cloth" are original. Therefore, this design cannot be found anywhere else.
While evoking the image of traditional Japanese tattoo needles, it also conveys a Western atmosphere like a checkered pattern. This makes it a design that is easy to incorporate even into Japanese cloth without any dullness.

[Product Details]

Size: Approximately 11cm (4.33in) high x 14cm (5.51in) wide
Material: 100% cotton / 100% linen lining / Metal fittings: brass

[Handling Precautions]

Since each piece is handmade, there may be slight size variations.

Due to cutting, the way the stencil appears may vary, so the appearance of the product you receive may differ. We hope you enjoy these unique characteristics as part of the charm. Also, the placement of the stencil cannot be selected. We appreciate your understanding.