Meet Masao Kiyoe, the artisan behind our indigo noren and tapestries. Kiyoe-san is a self-taught artist who has a hand in every stage of the dyeing process. From how the indigo is grown, to hand-mixing dyes for the exact right tones, to tying the shibori patterns for the final design, Kiyoe-san has developed a signature style through trial and error. Read his story about gaining entry into Kyoto’s insular textile and dye world, as well as his transition to traditional craft after working in construction. The full blog is in our link in bio. #pojstudio #piecesofjapan #japanesecraftsmanship #craftsmanship #japanesecrafts #japanesedesign #kyoto #handmade #handcrafted #japaneselifestyle #japaneseartisan #indigo #noren #japanesedecor