Preserving the traditional “Nishijin Kinran Brocade” technique
of Nishijin, Kyoto
Nishijin Okamoto is a collective of masters of the “Nishijin Kinran Brodcade” technique. This technique is one of the most magnificent brocade techniques in Nishijin, a district of Kyoto famed for its luxury silks. We have produced silks fit for shrines and temples since we were first established.
News
Nishijin-ori｜The charm of traditional craftsmanship attracts attention in China | Featured in ‘Ichiban Nihongo’
About Nishijin-ori Kinran Brocade ‘Real Gold Yarn’ | Notice of publication in the Nihon Keizai Shimbun
Sensen Shimbun 27 May 2025 Nishijin-ori brocade products to be exhibited at Osaka Expo
Blog
Design Shanghai 2025 | The Future of Nishijin-ori Kinran Brocade as Expressed by Traditional Crafts
The Soaring Prices of Nishijin Textiles and Gold｜Challenges to Preserving Tradition and Prospects for the Future
We want to share the sound of Nishijin hand-weaving
The world of Nishijin Kinran brocade,
supported by ancient craftsmanship
Kinran are flamboyant and luxurious textiles made with gold thread by a unique method using metal foil. They developed alongside the history of Nishijin brocade, and have added color to Japanese culture through a wide range of uses.
Nishijin Okamoto is one of only a few organizations that preserves the technique today.
New Nishijin Okamoto designs
reflecting modern culture
Traditionally, our textiles for shrines and temples were not advertised as Nishijin Okamoto products. Today, we are making new designs of Nishijin Kinran brocade that pay respect to tradition while showing the world the beauty of our textiles.