[Held on 5/30 in Iwata, One of Japan's Top 3 Cotton Textile Hubs!] "Cotton Region Fair: Enshu 'Dyeing & Weaving' Market"
An event promoting Enshu textiles will be held in Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on May 30th. It aims to revitalize the local industry through product sales and manufacturing workshops.
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The Enshu region in western Shizuoka Prefecture, including Iwata City, is recognized as one of Japan's 'top three cotton textile production hubs,' alongside Mikawa (Aichi) and Senshu (Osaka).
On Saturday, May 30th, the 'Cotton Region Fair' will be held at Amuse Toyoda to deepen understanding of and foster attachment to the local textile industry. Since its inception in 2008, and particularly after moving to Amuse Toyoda in 2022, this event has become highly popular, attracting visitors from both within and outside the prefecture.
1. Sales of Fabrics and Products (Afternoon Recommended)
18 companies and organizations from western Shizuoka, specializing in Enshu textiles, will exhibit. They will sell fabrics and products including corduroy, velveteen, cotton, and linen. A key appeal is the opportunity to interact with producers and feel their dedication directly.
Starting at 1:00 PM, the first 200 visitors who respond to a web survey will receive a 'Chusen-dyed tenugui' (hand towel) as a gift. More products will be restocked in the afternoon, so afternoon attendance is recommended.
2. Experience Corner (Starting at 12:00 PM)
Interactive workshops will be available where visitors can operate machinery. Experiences include making cords with 'seichuki' (braiding machines), hand-weaving with 'teoriki' (hand looms), and experiencing the 'senmo' (pile cutting) process that gives corduroy its characteristic ridges and softness.
Please join us at the 'Cotton Region Fair.' For event details, please visit the Shizuoka Textile Association website.
Key Textiles:
- Corduroy: Characterized by ridges on the fabric surface. The Fukuda district of Iwata City holds approximately 90% of the domestic market share.
- Velveteen: Characterized by a lack of ridges and a luxurious, deep luster covered in fine fuzz.
- Enshu Textiles: A general term for high-quality fabrics woven in the Enshu region.
For more information on Iwata textiles, please check the Corduroy House website.
On Saturday, May 30th, the 'Cotton Region Fair' will be held at Amuse Toyoda to deepen understanding of and foster attachment to the local textile industry. Since its inception in 2008, and particularly after moving to Amuse Toyoda in 2022, this event has become highly popular, attracting visitors from both within and outside the prefecture.
1. Sales of Fabrics and Products (Afternoon Recommended)
18 companies and organizations from western Shizuoka, specializing in Enshu textiles, will exhibit. They will sell fabrics and products including corduroy, velveteen, cotton, and linen. A key appeal is the opportunity to interact with producers and feel their dedication directly.
Starting at 1:00 PM, the first 200 visitors who respond to a web survey will receive a 'Chusen-dyed tenugui' (hand towel) as a gift. More products will be restocked in the afternoon, so afternoon attendance is recommended.
2. Experience Corner (Starting at 12:00 PM)
Interactive workshops will be available where visitors can operate machinery. Experiences include making cords with 'seichuki' (braiding machines), hand-weaving with 'teoriki' (hand looms), and experiencing the 'senmo' (pile cutting) process that gives corduroy its characteristic ridges and softness.
Please join us at the 'Cotton Region Fair.' For event details, please visit the Shizuoka Textile Association website.
Key Textiles:
- Corduroy: Characterized by ridges on the fabric surface. The Fukuda district of Iwata City holds approximately 90% of the domestic market share.
- Velveteen: Characterized by a lack of ridges and a luxurious, deep luster covered in fine fuzz.
- Enshu Textiles: A general term for high-quality fabrics woven in the Enshu region.
For more information on Iwata textiles, please check the Corduroy House website.
FAQ
When and where will the 'Cotton Production Fair - Far State Dyeing and Weaving Market' be held?
It will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Amuse Toyota in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture.
What kind of experiences can be had at the fair?
Experience corners will be set up from 12:00 PM, offering activities such as cord making, weaving, and learning about the 'pile' of corduroy, allowing visitors to learn about the manufacturing process of textiles.
What are the characteristics of Far State textiles?
The textile production process is highly specialized, and the craftsmen produce high-quality, richly textured fabrics. Hamamatsu City is particularly proud of its approximately 90% share of the domestic corduroy market.
Are there any visitor perks?
From 1:00 PM, the first 200 visitors who complete the web questionnaire will receive a 'chusen-dyed hand towel' as a gift.
What is the purpose of this event?
The event aims to deepen understanding and foster appreciation of the city's textile industry.