How to Care Japan Blue Noren－ Aizome-me (Indigo dye)－

Indigo dyeing is one of the dyeing methods used for Noren.
In the samurai era, it was preferred as a "lucky color", and in the Meiji era it was called "Japan Blue" from overseas.

How to use indigo dye

Indigo dye, which is mainly processed as clothing, has indigo dye permeated into the thread, and if you touch it as it is, the color will easily transfer. Therefore, before using it for the first time, it is necessary to wash it once with plenty of water or lukewarm water to remove the color.

How to wash indigo dye

Aizen products should be washed with water or lukewarm water, and hand-washing or hand-washing is recommended. It's good to wash it in the washing machine, but it's easy to transfer colors, so keep it separate from other clothes.

How to store indigo dye

Store in a place out of direct sunlight. Also, if you rub it strongly, the color will transfer to other clothing, so if possible, use only indigo dyeing, at least not with light-colored clothing.