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Nishijin Textile Center

Address: Horikawa-dori, Imadegawa-Minami-Iru, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto
Phone: 075/451-9231
www.nishijin.or.jp

Nishijinori Kaiken

Category: Industrial Sites
Location: Kamigyo-ku

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Fodor's Review:

The Nishijin district, which still has some old machiya hugging the canals, hangs on to the artistic thread of traditional Japanese silk weaving. The Nishijin Textile Center hosts demonstrations of age-old weaving techniques on everything from old-fashioned hand-operated looms to computerized Jacquard looms. The center also hosts fashion shows and special exhibitions. With a reservation in advance, you can try on various different kimonos, including the 10-layer court attire. On the mezzanine you can buy kimonos and gift items such as happi (workmen's) coats and silk purses. The center is on the 9 and 12 bus routes, north of the Raku Art Museum, at the corner of Horikawa-dori and Imadegawa-dori.

Cost: Free
Open: Daily 9-5; closed Aug. 13-15, Dec. 29-Jan. 15

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