Just a little east of Hankyu Kurakuen-guchi Station, in Kitanaijicho, there is a workshop and shop called “0401（わたぬき）のハコ,” which sells products made with Banshu-ori fabric.
“Watanuki” refers to the first day of the fourth month in the old lunar calendar. The name is said to come from the custom of removing the cotton padding from kimono on this day after winter.
This shop is holding a Banshu-ori “fabric remnant market” until November 1.
Usually, fabric is sold starting from 1 meter, but during this limited period you can buy remnants under 1 meter.
What is Banshu-ori?
Banshu-ori is a woven textile that has been produced in Nishiwaki City, Hyogo Prefecture, since the Edo period.
It is known for its plain weave made with yarn-dyed threads, meaning the threads are dyed before being woven. Today, it is mainly used as shirting fabric.
Even if you have not heard the name “Banshu-ori,” it is apparently a fabric many people have actually worn before.
For more about Banshu-ori, please also see these sites below↓
Nishiwaki City Official Website
Banshu-ori Next Japan Official Website
Exterior of “0401のハコ”
It is on the first floor of this building.
It is a little hard to spot, but this is the entrance.
Inside “0401のハコ”
The shop doubles as a workshop, and inside you will find Banshu-ori fabric and a variety of items made with Banshu-ori on display.
“0401のハコ” Shop Information
★Hours 11:00～18:00
★Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
★Phone 0798-56-7591
★Address 1-20 Kitanaijicho, Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, Yoshimoto Kitanaijien 1F
