81.Big peonies and arabesque/Ohmi dyeing factory

Design of the back of business card

This pattern originated in China where peonies are thought to be the king of flowers and arabesque patterns thought to be a symbol of longevity. The combination of these elements has been known as a high-class design for centuries.

Recommended paper: Excel KIKU (125k / standard thickness).
This stock is full of texture and is reminiscent of handmade paper. It is recommended for Yuzen designs (Ohmi and Miki dyeing factory designs) which consist of primarily of two colors.

Ohmi dyeing factory

For over 50 years, this kimono maker has specialized in pattern dyeing, a method of dyeing that uses many stencils (40 to 200 stencils) to draw one color after another. Though fewer people are wearing kimono nowadays and machine dyeing methods have increased in kimono manufacturing, this kimono maker strives for quality and makes everything by hand.