Touching fabrics seems so old-fashioned when you discover what Japan's Hosoo has ... a traditional Nishijin-ori brocade, ...

In 1859, when Japan reopened its doors after more than two centuries of isolation, goods flowed in and out of newly expanded ports. At the time, raw silk became the country's largest export ...

Many Etsy and eBay sellers specialise in vintage textiles, and it's easier to find rare and designer fabrics online than in stores. Unfold each piece carefully so you can check for moth holes (wool ...

TSURUOKA, Yamagata Prefecture--A biotechnology startup based here is drawing major attention from investors for its development of spider silk for use ... representative in Japan for investment ...

The best silk sheets enhance your sleep experience with a high-end feel designed for ultimate relaxation and pampering. Silk sheets can be quite pricey, but they’re praised for their ...

Kirshner says, “It is important to understand that renovating and maintaining these vintage houses can be very expensive.” A Machiya in Kyoto. Japan has many advantages as a place to live.

KOJIMA, Okayama (AP) -- Denim, that All-American fabric, is all about being Japanese in the town of Kojima, where the main road is named Jeans Street, with real pairs of pants flapping like flags ...

Welcome: the relaxed silk set. Made from 100 per cent silk, this two-piece is surprisingly affordable for such premium fabric. And it looks even more expensive IRL, too. The fuss-free slightly ...

With a bit of planning, creativity and a trusted upholsterer, vintage fabric can be used in a myriad of ways. You can replace tired kitchen cabinets with a curtain fashioned from some resilient ...