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The Silk Weavers of Kyoto

- Family and Work in a Changing Traditional Industry

About The Silk Weavers of Kyoto

The makers of obi, the elegant and costly sash worn over kimono in Japan, belong to an endangered species. Tamara Hareven integrates historical research with intensive life history interviews to reveal the relationships among family, work, and community in this highly specialized occupation.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780520228184
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 371
  • Published:
  • January 14, 2003
  • Dimensions:
  • 229x153x28 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 580 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: October 24, 2025

Description of The Silk Weavers of Kyoto

The makers of obi, the elegant and costly sash worn over kimono in Japan, belong to an endangered species. Tamara Hareven integrates historical research with intensive life history interviews to reveal the relationships among family, work, and community in this highly specialized occupation.

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