絹けん紬ちゅう

noun

pongee; unbleached silk fabric

A type of plain-woven, unbleached silk fabric with a slightly rough texture. Often used for traditional garments or craft projects.

• この着き物ものは絹けん紬ちゅうで仕し立たてられています。

  This kimono is made of pongee silk.

• 絹けん紬ちゅうは独どく特とくの風ふう合あいが魅み力りょくです。

  Pongee silk is appealing for its unique texture.