Kaji Kakuo is revolutionizing the 400-year-old tradition of Japanese indigo dyeing, breathing new life into the deep hue known as Japan blue. He shares his thoughts on innovating indigo.

The 74-year-old is a sixth-generation traditional indigo dyer who has been recognised by the Japanese government as an artisan with special intangible cultural skills. [2] For nearly 50 years ...

Shimura’s beloved indigo is created by fermenting “tadeai” (persicaria tinctoria, or Japanese indigo) leaves in jars. The color changes daily, fading from dark blue to pale greenish blue.

Mumbai: Japan Airlines and domestic budget carrier IndiGo are all set to commence their codeshare partnership from December 16, which will allow the Japanese carrier access to 18 destinations in ...

Mori formed a group called Japan Blue which holds workshops that have taught indigo dyeing to more than 100 people each year. She hopes the project will help rebuild the dwindling town’s sense ...

MUMBAI: Japan Airlines (JAL) and IndiGo have announced their codeshare partnership, commencing December 16, subject to government approval. Booking for these codeshare flights will open on ...

A luxury stay amid some of Japan’s most beautiful temples and rural scenery ...