JF original goods Katagami series

The Japan Foundation (JF) produced the new line of original goods called “Katagami” based on the stencil designs in the catalog of “Katagami - Paper Stencils and Japonisme”, an exhibition held at Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris (The Japan Cultural Institute in Paris). The “Katagami” series have two products: JF original deli bag and JF original personal set. These are suitable for daily use as well as for souvenirs for foreigners.

What is Katagami?
The art of paper stencils, called katagami, has been handed down in Japan as a core technique in stencil dyeing. It is not widely known, however, that in the nineteenth century katagami were exported through world expositions and other occasions to Western Europe, where their motifs had a great impact on craft designs and decorative art.

JF original deli bag Katagami [sold out]

Material:	Cotton
Size:	39×21×17.5㎝
Retail Price:	Price at Shop: ¥1,286 (tax excluded)

Motif of tabanenoshi (1752)
Tokyo University of the Arts

*JF original deli bag "Katagami" uses the module of "ROOTOTE DELI", the original product by Superplanning Co., Ltd. which owns the nationwide tote-bag brand "ROOTOTE".

JF original personal set Katagami

The personal set includes:	1 “personal pocket A5” 3 postcards 1 ballpoint pen
Retail Price:	Price at Shop: ¥448 (tax excluded)

Motif of
clematises and chrysanthemums in arabesques
(1747)
Tokyo University of the Arts

Motif of
bush clovers and plum blossoms
(19th century)
Personal collection

Motif of
stripes and butteries
(19th century)
Personal collection

Where you can find the "Katagami" series

*A part of the proceeds of this product will be used for the cultural exchange programs conducted by the Japan Foundation.

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