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Kiryu Textile Industries

It goes without saying that Kiryu's primary industry is textile manufacturing. From the boom days of the past, the old saying, "In the west, it's Nishijin, in the East, it's Kiryu" defined the prominent position of Kyoto and Kiryu in the world of textile manufacturing.
Traditional production includes material for kimonos, obis and other forms of Japanese apparel. In addition, Kiryu textile firms continue to produce the special fabrics used in making traditional dolls. Since the end of World War II, however, textile production has branched out to include fabrics for interior decorating and western-style clothing. Even the cloth used by construction firms during building construction is now made in Kiryu.
Saw-toothed roof factories of Kiryu
Saw-toothed roof factories of Kiryu
New fabrics for sportswear, including the much acclaimed carbon fiber fabrics have drawn much attention to the creativity of Kiryu textiles. It has been said that nothing is impossible for Kiryu textile manufacturers.
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Kiryu is famous for its beautiful brocades
Fashion designers are fascinated by the unique textiles now being produced in Kiryu. Haute couture names such as Issey Miyake, Comme de Garcon, Y's, and other well-known brands have included Kiryu textiles in their fashion line-up. In addition, Hermes, Christian Dior, Donna Karan, Jill Sander are also all currently using Kiryu textiles.
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modern fabrics for Haute Couture
The glittering fashion shows of Paris, Milan and New York all consistently employ the "made in Kiryu" line of textiles because of their originality and beauty.
In addition to the production of textiles, Kiryu is also contributing to the world of fashion design. Young designers from Kiryu such as Junichiro Arakawa ("Junichiro Arakawa" label) and Jun Takahashi ("Under Cover" label) have burst onto the Paris fashion scene with great finesse.
The Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in New York carries Kiryu-made shawls, blankets and pouches in its museum shop. These items have proved to be immensely popular.
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Blankets at MOMA
Finally, Kiryu textile manufacturers have also branched out into the world of knit, lace and embroidery as well as various forms of dyeing. Kiryu has become a full-service textile producing city which contributes significantly to the world of fashion.
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largest electronic Jacquard loom
in Japan

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