Kyoto-style yuzen dyeing; Kyoto printed silk
Refers to the traditional hand-painted or stenciled dyeing technique originating in Kyoto, known for its vivid colors and intricate patterns. Often used for kimono and obi.
See also: 友禅 (ゆうぜん)
Kyoto yuzen-dyed kimono are characterized by their brilliant colors.
She wore a Kyoto yuzen obi for the wedding.
Compound of 京 (Kyoto) and 友禅 (yuzen), a dyeing technique named after the Edo-period painter Miyazaki Yūzensai, who popularized the method.