Oshima Tsumugi is one of Japan’s famous textiles and boasts a certain level of recognition, so I’m sure some of you have heard of or seen it at least once. Many of them have a strong image of being used for Japanese clothing, but in recent years, it is actually used not only for Japanese clothing but also for various apparel and items.
Therefore, in this article, we will focus on Oshima Tsumugi and introduce recommended apparel and items.
What is Oshima Tsumugi ?
If you love kimono, you can say that Oshima Tsumugi is a longed-for existence, and it is famous as one of the world’s three major textiles, which has been inherited mainly in Amami Oshima, Kagoshima Prefecture. Among them, 100% silk that is yarn-dyed before being woven, hand-woven, plain-woven, and finished with Kasuri is called “Authentic Oshima Tsumugi”.
The unique dark brown color is created by combining the hand-spun yarn with the decoction of the Techi tree, a plant that grows naturally in the Amami region, and the iron-rich mud. Oshima Tsumugi is woven through more than 30 different processes, and it takes about half a year to a year to finish weaving one piece.
Because it is made of silk, it is glossy, soft to the touch, light, and wrinkle-resistant. It continues.
Oshima Tsumugi apparel
First of all, we would like to introduce a variety of apparel that use plenty of Oshima Tsumugi.
Oshima Tsumugi sailor hat with a slit on the side
A sailor hat that allows you to change the look depending on your mood, such as by folding the deep brim. The luster of Oshima Tsumugi makes it classy, and the colors are easy to coordinate, making it easy to use on a daily basis.
The slit accents the hat, making it stand out from other hats, making it a one-of-a-kind hat.
| Product name | Side slit sailor hat (#6) |
| Price (tax included) | 27,500 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=737 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
A colorful and pop-taste muffler that you can’t tell if it’s Oshima Tsumugi
A muffler with a colorful and pop taste that you won’t know it’s made of Oshima Tsumugi. Of course, it is 100% silk, so it has a smooth texture, and it has a pop and classy feel. It is approximately 170 cm long and 40 cm wide, so you can enjoy various ways to wear it depending on how you wrap it.
| Product name | Oshima Tsumugi muffler (Rainbow#1) |
| Price (tax included) | 27,500 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=427 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Chic and calm Oshima Tsumugi muffler
This is a muffler with a chic texture that is typical of Oshima Tsumugi. With calm and chic colors, it can be worn by anyone regardless of age. You will be able to get through the chilly autumn and winter seasons in style and fun. In addition, it is easy to match with any outfit, and it is sure to be appreciated as a gift for your loved ones.
| Product name | Oshima Tsumugi muffler long (9 Maruki #1) |
| Price (tax included) | 79,200 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=599 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Fashionable Oshima pongee bow tie
A bow tie made of Oshima Tsumugi that is perfect for stylish coordination that is a little different from usual. The calm color is not flashy, and you can casually add color to your outfit. Since it has a hook specification, it can be put on and taken off without stress, so it will be useful to have one.
| Product name | bow tie (#7) |
| Price (tax included) | 7,975 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=612 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Oshima Tsumugi necktie full of sober and calm elegance
A necktie that allows you to enjoy the kasuri unique to Oshima Tsumugi. Although it is a simple lattice pattern, you can see the luster and quality of silk. Originally, it was made using the width of cloth used for making kimonos, so it is joined at two points, so please wear it by tying it so that the joint is hidden.
| Product name | Tie (Lattice #3) |
| Price (tax included) | 13,200 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=733 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Aloha shirt with beautiful see-through Oshima pongee
A cool aloha shirt with a sense of transparency. The luxurious 100% silk material is comfortable to wear and is indispensable for the hot and humid summer season. Recommended for refreshing at resorts such as Okinawa and Hawaii, or as cool biz wear. The point is that it is not too flashy even though it is an Aloha shirt.
| Product name | Dyed Aloha shirt (wild grapes) |
| Price (tax included) | 33,000 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=712 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
A retro-modern shirt and skirt remade from a luxurious Oshima Tsumugi kimono.
A kimono made of Oshima Tsumugi with patterns such as castles and autumn leaves is carefully unwound and remade into a shirt and skirt. The ground is a deep and luxurious color like emerald green, so it doesn’t feel out of place even when dressed in Western clothes, and the retro-modern atmosphere full of luxury is irresistible. The waist is accented with a large ribbon.
| Product name | Oshima Tsumugi Kimono Remake Shirt & Skirt |
| Price (tax included) | 17,000 yen |
| Product page URL | https://minne.com/items/28573257 |
| creator name | SHUKA0716’S GALLERY |
| Homepage URL | https://minne.com/@shuka0716 |
A coat that remakes the kimono of Oshima Tsumugi that feels the romance of the Taisho era
This coat is a remake of the Oshima Tsumugi kimono with a dark red pattern on a black background. The emotional atmosphere that makes you feel like you’ve slipped back in time to the Taisho era will add an accent to your everyday outfits. Why don’t you enjoy going out in the fall and winter season by wearing it cool?
| Product name | Oshima Tsumugi remake coat |
| Price (tax included) | 19,000 yen |
| Product page URL | https://minne.com/items/29568971 |
| creator name | miyukiya |
| Store homepage URL | https://minne.com/@makeover |
Ao dai-style coat dress made by remaking Oshima Tsumugi kimono with various cultures
Ao dai-style coat dress made by remaking Oshima Tsumugi kimono with a unique pattern. The Japanese kimono has been beautifully reborn like an exotic ao dai, and it comes with a matching stole and mask, so you can enjoy various coordination. It will be great for special occasions such as travel.
| Product name | Oshima Tsumugi Ao Dai-style coat dress/matching stole/mask included/kimono remake/one-of-a-kind item |
| Price (tax included) | 32,000 yen |
| Product page URL | https://minne.com/items/31199514 |
| creator name | nonnon1424 |
| Store homepage URL | https://minne.com/@nonnon1424 |
Recommended items of Oshima Tsumugi
Next, we will introduce recommended items made using Oshima Tsumugi.
Colorful and cute Oshima Tsumugi teddy bear
A teddy bear made by combining colorful Oshima pongee. It has a very cute and pop impression, but it also has a gentle texture that seems to be handmade. You can decorate your room cutely. It is also recommended for store displays. Of course, there is no doubt that it will be appreciated as a gift.
| Product name | Teddy bear (#4) |
| Price (tax included) | 13,200 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=673 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Oshima Tsumugi ribbon barrette that goes well with both Japanese and Western clothes
A barrette made from Oshima Tsumugi with a geometric pattern in a ribbon shape. It is recommended as an accent for hair arrangement. Although it has a calm color and a Japanese pattern, it has a modern form, so it is easy to match with any outfit, and it can be worn with both Western and Japanese clothing, so it is useful to have one.
| Product name | Ribbon barrette (#6) |
| Price (tax included) | 2,750 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=697 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Flower barrette made with Tsumami Oshima Tsumugi
A barrette decorated with flowers that are carefully handcrafted one by one with Oshima Tsumugi. The gorgeous and cute design is perfect for Japanese clothing such as yukata when going out to summer festivals. It’s simply black and red, so depending on your coordination, you can match it with western clothes.
| Product name | Flower barrette (#3) |
| Price (tax included) | 3,300 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=694 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Fashionable Oshima Tsumugi scrunchies
A scrunchie made of Oshima Tsumugi, which has a cute soft color. The slightly pale beige pink is easy to use for everyday use, and is also active in casual and business settings. Of course, you can match it with your hair arrangement when wearing kimono, so it is a must-have item.
| Product name | Scrunchie (horizontal kasuri #5) |
| Price (tax included) | 2,750 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=633 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Stylish Oshima pongee parasol
A lace parasol made from Oshima Tsumugi. The sheerness and patterns make it look like a good product. The pattern part is also unique and tasteful. An item you want to carry with you every day to protect against UV rays. It goes well with both Western and Japanese clothing, and especially when wearing Japanese clothing, it will be an exquisite coordination like Taisho modern.
| Product name | Lace Parasol (#1) |
| Price (tax included) | 66,000 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=235 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Folding fan and folding fan case luxuriously made using Oshima Tsumugi
Luxurious fan and folding fan case made with plenty of Oshima Tsumugi. It is an item that allows you to enjoy the good old Japanese tradition.
The luster and supple texture of silk are irresistible, and when you look up at it, you will feel a pleasant breeze. The color can be used by both men and women, so it is perfect as a gift.
| Product name | Folding Fan & Folding Fan Case (#Tortoise Pattern Indigo) |
| Price (tax included) | 16,500 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=746 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
A notebook with Tsumugi Oshima on the cover
A notebook with Oshima Tsumugi on the cover. It is recommended to recognize the daily diary. Even after filling all the pages, it is a book that I would like to use for those who want to keep it carefully. It feels good to the touch, and the more you use it, the more it will become familiar with your hands, so you will become more attached to it.
| Product name | Oshima Tsumugi Notebook (#3) |
| Price (tax included) | 4,950 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=437 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Oshima Tsumugi Goshuincho that you will love
A goshuin book with Oshima tsumugi as the cover, perfect for collecting and storing goshuin from shrines and temples all over Japan. Not only can it be used as a stamp book, but it can also be used as a travel diary or a memory album. This is a recommended book for those who are unsatisfactory with a general paper cover.
| Product name | Goshuin book #2 |
| Price (tax included) | 6,820 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=675 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Pop and colorful Oshima Tsumugi business card holder
A business card holder with a bright and pop color by intentionally dyeing the traditional pattern of Oshima Tsumugi. Conventional mud dyeing is based on black and white, resulting in a dark and subdued texture. Still, it is a nice point that the goodness of Oshima Tsumugi, which has a proper formality, is not spoiled.
| Product name | Oshima Tsumugi Business Card Holder Modern (Iron Ryugo/Cubic) |
| Price (tax included) | 4,500 yen |
| Product page URL | https://minne.com/items/24318986 |
| creator name | Amami’s “Ichiba” |
| Store homepage URL | https://minne.com/@shi-ma0minne |
Oshima Tsumugi eyeglass case with a form that fits comfortably in your hand
A glasses case with a cute form that fits comfortably in your hand. It is made to fit the shape of the glasses, so it is easy to use and hold. The pattern is also unique, and while it has a Japanese atmosphere, it also has a Western atmosphere, so it can be used by anyone regardless of age and is easy to use on a daily basis.
| Product name | Glasses case (#5) |
| Price (tax included) | 7,150 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=740 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Oshima Tsumugi kinpukusa, a must-have for celebrations and condolences
A kinfukusa made of Oshima Tsumugi silk with a lattice pattern. It’s not too flashy, not too plain, just the right atmosphere, so it’s a design that comes in handy during celebrations and condolences. The casual luster and luster of 100% silk adds a sense of luxury. It can be used regardless of gender, so it will be appreciated as a gift.
| Product name | Kinpu Fukusa horizontal Kasuri (horizontal #6) |
| Price (tax included) | 8,800 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=729 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Luxurious Oshima Tsumugi and genuine leather long wallet
A long wallet made by combining Oshima Tsumugi with genuine leather in places where there is little friction. Combining the durability of leather with the suppleness and luster of silk, this item can be used for a long time. Not only is it a coin purse with a zipper, but it also has a storage space for 14 cards, making it extremely easy to use.
| Product name | Genuine leather long wallet (tortoise pattern #5) |
| Price (tax included) | 29,700 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=410 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Gamaguchi wallet made of Oshima Tsumugi, which is astringent and tasteful
A purse with a calm texture unique to Oshima Tsumugi. Not only does it look good, but it also has a free pocket, card storage space, and a clasp coin purse, so it is also practical and perfect for everyday use. It is also recommended as a gift.
| Product name | Oshima Tsumugi parent and child purse (#3) |
| Price (tax included) | 14,300 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=718 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Shingen bag of Oshima pongee that you want to match with kimono
A stylish Shingen bag made of Oshima Tsumugi that you want to carry around with your kimono. You can make kimono more elegant coordination. Not only does it look beautiful and has good quality, but it also has functionality because it has a convenient pocket on the inside. Of course, you can also use it when you dress up.
| Product name | Shingenbukuro (#1) |
| Price (tax included) | 19,800 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=117 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Oshima Tsumugi Gamaguchi Pochette hanging from the neck
A purse pochette from Oshima Tsumugi that can be hung around the neck for peace of mind. The vertically long shape makes it easy to store a smartphone, etc., making it perfect for short outings. There are also convenient pockets on the outside and inside, so you can put IC cards and commuter passes.
| Product name | Clasp accessory case (#1) |
| Price (tax included) | 12,100 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=195 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Azuma bag made of Oshima pongee with gorgeous colors
Azuma bag made from Oshima Tsumugi haori. A traditional branch floral pattern is carefully drawn against a gorgeous red background. It is irresistible that the smooth texture of silk brings out the quality. The traditional Edo Uchihimo can be fastened with a loop, so you don’t have to worry about the contents falling out.
| Product name | Oshima Tsumugi (dyed) small Azuma bag (with pouch) |
| Price (tax included) | 2,600 yen |
| Product page URL | https://minne.com/items/18758891 |
| Store name | Wa Tsumugi-do |
| Store homepage URL | https://minne.com/@honohina21 |
Luxury Oshima Tsumugi and genuine leather tote bag
A tote bag that emphasizes the good texture of Oshima Tsumugi. Because it is finished in combination with genuine leather, it is classy and durable. It has a luxurious feel like a branded item, and is a bag that can be used in formal occasions. It can be said that it is an item that will definitely be appreciated as a gift for your loved ones.
| Product name | Genuine leather tote bag (brown#1) |
| Price (tax included) | 49,500 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=342 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
Pocket handkerchiefs of Oshima Tsumugi that are also active in formal occasions
Oshima Tsumugi’s pocket handkerchief can accentuate your sense of style when peeking through the chest of a suit or jacket. A useful item for formal occasions. Recommended as a gift for men. Enjoy coordinating with a bow tie or necktie.
| Product name | Pocket square (#4) |
| Price (tax included) | 6,050 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=373 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
A tasteful Oshima Tsumugi coaster
A coaster that directly conveys the goodness of Oshima Tsumugi. It has a chic and calm atmosphere that complements teacups, glasses, and various other vessels. An item you want to use for tea time, coffee time, and time to enjoy alcohol. There are 3 of them, so you can share them with your family, or you can choose your favorite design by yourself depending on how you feel that day.
| Product name | Set of 3 Oshima Tsumugi coasters (#1) |
| Price (tax included) | 4,620 yen |
| Product page URL | http://www.amamialoha.com/products/detail.php?product_id=206 |
| Store name | Oshima Tsumugi Village Online Shop |
| Store homepage URL | http://www.amamialoha.com |
summary
We have introduced an overview of the famous Japanese dyeing and weaving company Oshima Tsumugi , as well as recommended apparel and items.
Traditionally, Oshima Tsumugi has a calm texture based on black and white, but in recent years, various innovations such as using colorful dyeing without being bound by stereotypes have been introduced to create items that are arranged in a modern style.
There are many things that you can use everyday, so please try to get your favorite one.