Japanese Kumo Shibori Tool Kit (Spiderweb Tie-Dye)
Experience authentic Kumo Shibori, a traditional Japanese resist-dye technique, with this complete, Made-in-Japan toolkit.
This kit is designed to help beginners and textile artists create the distinctive spiderweb (hand-wound) shibori patterns used in the Arimatsu tradition.
Assembled and shipped directly from Japan, this is a practical, professional-grade kit — not a decorative replica.
What is Kumo Shibori?
Kumo Shibori is a classic Japanese tie-dye technique developed in Arimatsu, Nagoya, a historic center of shibori craftsmanship.
The fabric is hooked onto a special tool and carefully gathered by hand into a spiderweb-like form before dyeing.
This method creates organic radial patterns that are highly valued in indigo dyeing and contemporary textile art.
What’s Included in This Kumo Shibori Tool Kit
This kit includes all essential tools needed to start Kumo Shibori, except dye:
- Prepared cotton tenugui (approx. 35 × 90 cm)
- Thread for Tekumo Shibori (cotton/polyester blend)
- Tekumo Shibori hook
- Handmade black bamboo kuda (bobbin)
- Clamp
- Washable marking pen
Dye is not included.
Each tool is selected for actual shibori work and reflects traditional Japanese practice.
Who This Kit Is For
This kit is ideal for:
- Beginners learning Japanese shibori techniques
- Textile and fiber artists
- Indigo and natural dye practitioners
- Craft workshops and educational settings
No prior experience is required.
Authentic Japanese Tool – Made for Real Shibori
This tool is based on the same technique used by professional craftsmen in Arimatsu.
It is designed for repeated, practical use and allows you to experience the true hand process behind traditional Kumo Shibori.
By using authentic tools, you gain a deeper understanding of Japanese dye culture and craftsmanship.
Instruction Manual (English & Japanese)
A beginner-friendly instruction manual is included in both English and Japanese, making this kit accessible worldwide.
The instructions guide you step by step through the hand-winding process used in spiderweb shibori.
Why Buy This Kit from Atelier Miyabi?
- Assembled and shipped directly from Japan
- Curated by a specialist in traditional Japanese textile tools
- Authentic materials, not mass-produced substitutes
- Trusted by international artists and educators
If you are looking for additional Japanese shibori tools, please feel free to contact us.
Learn more about the background of this technique here:
Arimatsu Tekumo Shibori
