Maiwan Dye Painting

Updated at 2024-03-31

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Maiwai originated in the Edo period in Japan and refers to the festive attire worn by fishermen to celebrate a bountiful catch. It was prevalent along the Pacific coast from Aomori Prefecture in the north to Shizuoka Prefecture in the south, featuring numerous auspicious patterns and vibrant colors. The indigo dyeing cloth painting technique, which is designated as a traditional craft in the prefecture, symbolizes Chiba Prefecture's connection with the ocean. The turtle and crane depicted in the picture coincide with the Japanese saying "cranes live for a thousand years, turtles for ten thousand," implying longevity and good fortune, mascots for enduring friendship.

Details

Name

Maiwan Dye Painting

Giver

KUMAGAI Toshihito, Governor, Chiba Prefecture

Friendly States

Japan

City

Chiba Prefecture

Alliance Date: August 9, 2016
Language: Japanese
Area: 5,156 square kilometers
Population: Approx. 6,280,000 people
Main industry: Chiba Prefecture has a strong focus on industrial and commercial development, with the Port of Chiba at the center forming the Keiyo Industrial Zone, a hub for the petroleum and steel industries and a key distributor of raw materials and energy for industry. Narita International Airport located in Chiba attracts industries such as aviation and international logistics, serving as a base for many foreign investments.

Size

L67cm W56cm H3cm