Translation guide
A dyeing technique where fabric is folded, twisted, or tied to create patterns. In Japanese, the general term is 絞り染め (shiborizome), but specific methods have distinct names. The English loanword タイダイ (taidai) is also used, especially for Western-style colorful designs.
Referring to the overall method of resist-dyeing by binding fabric.
The standard Japanese term for tie-dye or resist-dyeing by binding, folding, or stitching. Covers many traditional techniques.
This scarf is made using tie-dye.
Loanword from English, often used for Western-style colorful tie-dye, especially in fashion.
Referring to specific Japanese resist-dyeing techniques with distinct patterns.
Short for 絞り染め, often used in traditional contexts. Can refer to the technique or the resulting pattern.
I tried shibori (tie-dye) in Kyoto.
A specific shibori technique producing a pattern resembling fawn spots. Often seen on high-quality kimono fabric.
Describing the act of making tie-dye or participating in it as a hobby.
絞り染め (shiborizome) is the traditional Japanese term encompassing many resist-dyeing techniques, often associated with kimono and crafts. タイダイ (taidai) is a loanword that typically refers to the colorful, Western-style tie-dye popularized in the 1960s. Use 絞り染め for traditional or general contexts, and タイダイ for modern fashion or DIY projects.
I want to learn traditional shibori techniques.
I want a tie-dye hoodie.
タイダイのTシャツを着ている。
I'm wearing a tie-dye T-shirt.
This kimono is dyed with the kanoko shibori technique.
I like doing tie-dye with my kids.