“Life is but a tissue of habits.”

— Henri-Frédéric Amiel

If we believe that, we can change our life by changing our habits. And I think that good habits are about having a good routine in our daily life. In this blog, I would like to introduce our products as things to accompany such a good daily routine. 

Linen Curtain

Curtains with a sense of nature

The most attractive feature of linen curtains is that they allow you to feel nature's workings. The sunlight and wind coming into the room through the curtains makes us forget our busy daily life for a moment and reminds us of the existence of nature.

Linen curtains that let the sun's rays gently shine through

Linen curtains swaying comfortably in the gentle breeze

Roles of Curtains 

What is the roles of curtains? A quick search on the Internet reveals that curtains have a variety of roles. Tenjin-factory considers the roles of linen curtains to be as follows. Without going into general roles such as blindfold effects, we consider the following three items to be of particular importance.

1. To be able to feel the sun.

It is often said, "Wake up at sunrise and go to bed at sunset." Linen curtains are curtains that allow you to wake up in the morning feeling the sun's rays. Since you wake up each morning bathed in sunlight, you will naturally become sleepy at night. You can create a sleep rhythm in line with your body clock. On the other hand, ultraviolet rays are a concern, but the average UV shielding rate of relatively thin linen fabric is about 86% (according to our research). Therefore, we recommend double curtains, especially in bedrooms. We believe that by doing so, UV rays can be cut by 90% or more.

2. To be a part of daily life as interior decoration

Since the window occupies a large area in a room, we believe it is important to have your favorite curtains there. Linen curtains give you peace of mind when you see them, because of their interior textures, in addition to the peace of mind of being made of natural materials.

Embroidery also goes well with linen curtains. 　　

3. Easy to maintain cleanliness

Since linen curtains are made of plant-derived fibers, they are compatible with water and can be easily washed in a washing machine. They also dry quickly after washing, dewatering, and hanging. As these curtains are easy to keep clean, linen curtains are indispensable for a healthy lifestyle.

Tenjin-factory's Curtains

[ 1 ] Shuttle loom and selvedge

All Tenjin-factory curtain fabrics are woven at our factory in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. The cloth is woven on a shuttle loom, an old-fashioned machine, with the same specifications as antique linen, and is called selvedge linen. The term "selvedge" means "both sides of the fabric. But it is also a sign that the fabric was woven in the same old-fashioned way as antique linen.

This shuttle places the weft threads while passing between thousands of warp threads. This loom is called the shuttle loom.

 Both sides of the fabric woven by shuttle looms are called selvedges

The selvedge cloth woven on this shuttle loom places less strain on the threads, resulting in a cloth that makes the most of the material's unique qualities. In addition, the selvedge portion is structurally strong because the threads do not fall out without sewing.

As mentioned above, cloth with selvedges is like a sign of good quality textiles.　　

[ 2 ] Type of fabric

Tenjin-factory's curtain fabrics are yarn-dyed fabrics. The following six types are available.　

①Gauze fabric（ "ga" series)

Plays the same role as lace curtains. Available in solid, stripe and check. 100% linen. All fabrics are selvedge linen.

The transparency is fresh and you can feel the outside well.

The entire lineup of "ga" fabrics.

②Plain solid fabrics（ "beta"  series)

It will be a normal type of 100% linen plain fabric. 100% linen. All fabrics are selvedge linen.

Much less transparent than gauze-type fabrics.

The entire lineup of "beta" fabrics.

③Plain stripe fabrics（"wari"  series)

The composition is the same as "beta ". Striped pattern. 100% linen. All fabrics are selvedge linen.

Transparency is the same as "beta".

④ Plain striped-selvedge fabrics（"mimi" series)

Only selvedges are striped. All parts except for the selvage are plain. 100% linen. All fabrics are selvedge linen.　　　

Transparency is the same as "beta".

⑤Linen cotton fabrics（"pl" series)

It is the thickest fabric. Transparency is hardly noticeable. 50% linen・50% cotton. All fabrics are selvedge linen.

Of the six types, it has the least transparency.

The entire lineup of "pl" fabrics.

⑥Jacquard weaving fabrics

Jacquard weaving makes a textile in which a pattern is woven into it. The device called Jacquard is used. Our Jacquard weaving is done on rapier looms. This is because it can produce wide woven fabrics. In order to accommodate a variety of products, we weave on a width of 2m. Therefore, only this series is not selvedge. It is 50% linen and 50% cotton.

A jacquard weaving fabric named KIRIKO. By changing the weave in each section　of the pattern, the transparency of light is varied.

Jacquard device. Installed at the top of the loom.

A rapier loom capable of weaving wide fabrics. Yellow and green strings hang from the jacquard at the top, connected to the warp.

About the heading style

There are various styles of hanging, but Tenjin-factory's curtains use the following six types.

 [ 1 ] Pinch style

 The curtain clips are attached to the curtain rail, and the curtain is clipped with them.

If you tuck in the clips, you can make it look like a pleated curtain.

 [ 2 ] Tie -Top style

In this style, ribbons made of the same fabric as the curtain fabric are sewn onto the body of the curtain and tied to the curtain pole for hanging.

The length can be adjusted by changing the position of the knot.

[ 3 ] Tab-Top Style

This style allows curtain poles to be threaded through the tabs. The tabs are made of the same fabric as the curtains.

[ 4 ] Rod Poket with No Upper Frill

Curtains are hung from tension rods. The top of the curtain is sewn into a tubular shape. No frills attached.

Normally, we can accommodate up to 4 cm in diameter of the rod. It can be changed upon request.

[ 5 ] Rod Poket with Upper Frill　　

This type is the curtain created a frill above the tubular part through which the rod is threaded. It looks pretty. It also hides gaps.

If the width of the fabric is the same size as the width of the rod, the ruffled part will blind the gap.

Curtains that are wider than the width of the rod create gathers and look prettier.

[ 6 ] Double Pleat（Two pleats）

These are pleated curtains. Curtain hooks with an adjustable function are included. However, thicker fabrics do not drape beautifully. 4 of our fabrics, ga, beta, wari, and mimi, are compatible.

A curtain hook can be attached to each pleat.

The fabric width required for pleats is 1.6 times that of non-pleats. Folds are connected from top to bottom.

Optional offer

Linen is a natural fiber, has a naturalness that calms the mind of those who see it. To enhance this effect, Tenjin-factory offer a range of options for curtains.

[ 1 ] Cross-stitch embroidery

Antique linens are often seen with cross-stitch embroidery. This embroidery goes well with the texture of linen. Therefore, we offer an optional cross-stitch embroidery service for curtains. However, since it is done by machine, it can only be applied to curtains up to 204 cm in length.

[ 2 ] Two-fabric curtains

We can sew together two types of fabrics of your choice to create your original curtains.

Finally, a piece of linen in the daily routine.

“Life is but a tissue of habits.”

— Henri-Frédéric Amiel

If we believe that, we can change our life by changing our habits. And I think that good habits are about having a good routine in our daily life. In this blog, I would like to introduce our products as things to accompany such a good daily routine. 

Linen Towel

Now, we would like to introduce linen towels.

　　Fascinated by antique linens

　　　　

Selvedge is a proof of the same specifications as antique

Towels without pile

Above is a waffle weave towel.

Plain weave towels below.　　

　　Both are towels, but without pile. Even without pile, they can be used as towels. The secret lies in the material, linen. Now, let us move on to the explanation of linen.

Natural water absorption

Flax field. 

A bundle of flax fibers. They appear to absorb moisture easily. The material is also smooth, easy to dry, and does not cling.　　　

　　　　

Thus, linen is naturally absorbent and quick-drying without any chemical treatment. It can be said that linen is very safe because it is a towel that makes use of natural materials as they are.

The stalks become thread and the seeds become linseed oil. With all of its uses, flax is often referred to as the superior agricultural crop.

Features of linen towels without pile

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 　　Linen towels that are gentle to the skin. 

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It dries quickly even when room-dried. 

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Pleasant linen's unique texture. 　　

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 　　Four bath towels are this thickness. 

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  Tenjin-factory's towels lineup

  

“Life is but a tissue of habits.”

— Henri-Frédéric Amiel

If we believe that, we can change our life by changing our habits. And I think that good habits are about having a good routine in our daily life. In this blog, I would like to introduce our products as things to accompany such a good daily routine. 

What is Linen?

Superior agricultural crops since time immemorial

Linen is a textile product made from a certain plant. The plant is flax, or flax in English. From flax, fiber is extracted to make yarn, which is then woven into cloth. The cultivation of flax has a long history: fragments of linen textiles dating back 36,000 years were discovered in a cave in present-day Georgia, in the Caucasus region between the Caspian Sea and the Black Sea. 7,000 years ago, flax was cultivated in ancient Egypt, as evidenced by wall paintings and mummies excavated there. Thus, flax is an agricultural crop that has been cultivated since prehistoric times. The fiber that becomes the thread is located just inside the epidermis of the plant's slender, straight stalk, the part of the plant that is like insulation for a house. These fibers are soft and silky, and their suppleness prevents the stem from breaking. The fiber is also hollow, which allows it to hold and release water and air. Fibers with these functions are bundled together to make yarn and then woven. The fabric is supple, yet absorbs water and dries quickly, and by containing air, it naturally regulates temperature. Flax normally grows only with natural rainfall. It is a very sustainable plant that has a low impact on both the economy and the environment because it does not require irrigation projects such as pumping water from rivers, lakes, or even underground for watering purposes. The seeds can be used to make linseed oil, making it an excellent agricultural crop with little waste. France is the largest grower of flax , and its center is in the Flanders region, which extends into Belgium. These three countries, plus the Netherlands, currently grow 85% of the world's flax.

Flax flowering. The seeds can be used to produce flaxseed oil, which is an excellent agricultural crop that has no parts to be thrown away.

Flax stalks refined after harvesting. The fiber contained within becomes linen, which is a very difficult process that requires many steps and know-how to extract.

A fiber bundle called sliver before being spun into yarn. It is shiny and very beautiful. It is smooth, supple, soft, and warm.

History tells the value of linen

Linen has a long history and is said to be the oldest fiber in the world. Today, it is the only vegetable fiber produced in Europe, and it is also a rare fiber, accounting for only 0.4% of all fibers used in the world. Linen, with its long history and rarity, has been closely associated with many historical figures. In ancient Egypt, linen was treated as a sacred fabric, and murals of its cultivation can still be seen in the pyramids. The mummy of Tutankhamun, the great discovery of the century, was dressed in pure white linen, a symbol of holiness. Alexander the Great of Greece and Macedonia successfully expanded his territory by making linothorax, a very hard armor made of layers of linen cloth and oxidized with linseed oil. It is said that Julius Caesar was so impressed by the high quality of linen fabrics in Flanders, which he visited during the Gallic Wars, that he gave the country its name, Berrigy. The Turin Sacred Cloth, which is said to have wrapped the body of "Jesus Christ," is made of linen. The Bayeux Tapestry, a famous historical artifact of 11th century France and England, is a 50cm wide by 70m long linen cloth embroidered with a magnificent story. The Bayeux Tapestry is a famous historical artifact of 11th century France and England. In modern times, Queen Elizabeth wore a white plain-weave linen garment called the Corrobium Sindonis at her coronation, in keeping with the tradition of the British royal family. Linen has been used for sacred occasions since ancient times and has been used by historical figures on important occasions. Today, linen is treated as an important textile, so much so that it is sold as antique linen and vintage linen.

Mural depicts flax cultivation

In the time of Alexander the Great, linen armor was the standard defensive equipment of the heavily armed infantry armies of the Greek city-states　　

The Flemish region was called Bel'ch, which means flax in Celtic. It is said that Caesar named the people of the land "Belgians.

The New Testament (Gospel of Mark 16; 46) tells us that Joseph took Jesus down from the cross and wrapped him in linen fabric

The King of Hearts is said to be modeled after Karl the Great.

Hand-embroidered story of the succession to the throne of Edward, King of England, leading up to the conquest of England by Guillaume, Duke of Normandy.　　

Queen Elizabeth in plain linen "colobium sindonis" at her coronation in 1953　　　　 

Reasons for the flower language of gratitude and kindness

So why was linen used on so many sacred and important occasions throughout history? The reason is summed up in the language of flowers. The language of flowers of flax is "gratitude" and "kindness. This plant is a very useful plant with very few parts to throw away. The seeds, called flaxseed, become linseed oil, varnish, and linoleum; the fibers become yarn, paper, and mats; other by-products become gardening and insulation materials; and the last remaining parts are compost. As described above, flax is a very useful plant for human life. It is no wonder that the language of flowers means gratitude and kindness. Linen is a precious fiber from such an important plant. It seems only natural that humanity would want to respect it. This will continue to be the case in the future.

The dainty little flowers are also ephemeral, falling off in a few hours after they bloom in the morning.

Why are people attracted to linen?

And while linen has become such an object of appreciation, there is another reason why it has captured the hearts and minds of people for such a long period of time since the beginning of time. It is because the functions and properties of linen enrich people's hearts and minds. Let us list some of the reasons.

   

1. "Peace of mind" because it is clean and usable

Linen is absorbent and dries quickly, making it suitable for dishcloths and towels for wiping the body, as it prevents the growth of bacteria. It also has the characteristic of fibers that become whiter and whiter with repeated washing. Linen is a textile that is not only easy to use but also looks clean.

Highly absorbent and dries quickly, so it is always clean.

2. "Trustworthiness" because it's long-lasting

The more linen is used and washed, the softer and softer the fibers become. When new, linen has a firmness, but after years of use, it becomes surprisingly soft and pleasant to the touch, making it a pleasure to use. In addition, the naturally uneven and uneven yarns give the fabric a rustic appearance, but in fact, it can be used for a long time without getting tired of it.

The more you wash it, the softer it gets, so you can enjoy the time to nurture its texture.　　

3. "Happiness" because it's healthy to use.

Linen is highly breathable and moisture absorbent, allowing the skin to breathe freely. This means that linen is warm in winter and cool in summer, keeping you comfortable throughout the year. The fiber itself is also smooth, so dust, sand, and hair are less likely to adhere to it, making it an easy fabric to control the onset of allergies.

Linen bedding that feels dry to the touch and allows for a good night's sleep without getting damp.

As mentioned above, the benefit of using linen is to improve both mental and physical health. This is the main reason why linen has been loved by people from ancient times to the present day.

Tenjin-Factory's Linen Fabrics

1. Raw Materials

The raw materials used to make textiles are vital. Good raw materials produce good yarn, which in turn produces good fabric. France and Belgium are major producers of flax, the raw material for linen yarn, and they continue to grow the best flax in Europe. We use yarn spun from this flax.

Oeko-Tex certified linen yarn of high quality European raw material　　

2. Design

Seeing and touching can change a person's mind. We have all had the experience of feeling happy and energized just by looking at something, or feeling pleasant and healed just by touching it. I believe that is what is at the core of what we do when we design.

We aim to create a design that makes you want to touch it.　　　

3. Craftsmanship

Because linen is a naturally occurring material, no two pieces of linen are the same. In the dyeing process, it is difficult to produce the same color due to differences in temperature, humidity, and air pressure, etc. In the weaving process, the condition of the woven cloth changes from time to time due to changes in the condition of the yarn. The best way to maintain quality in response to such unforeseen changes in conditions is to do it by hand. Human workers are able to respond flexibly to the situation at any given time.

More processes are done by hand　　

4 Tools

Tools are only an aid to humans. The subject is the person. The best linen fabrics are produced by skillful use of tools. In this respect, shuttle looms are the closest to handlooms and can efficiently weave soft and warm fabrics. The selvedges,  the both edges of the cloth, are the distinguishing mark. It is also a sign that it is made the same way as antique linen.

Shuttle looms are no longer manufactured today. Shuttle is a tool used to weave weft yarns

The selvedges at both ends are proof that this is woven by the shuttle loom like an old-fashioned cloth

Learning from Linens   

The flax plant, from which linen is made, grows only with nutrients from the soil and natural rainfall. In other words, when we make or use linen products, we humans are temporarily utilizing something that the earth has nurtured. From another perspective, it can be said that we are being temporarily lent. What is borrowed must always be returned in its original state. One-way production and consumption can only lead to bankruptcy. Resources on the earth are limited. I believe that circulating them is necessary to realize a sustainable world. This is what I have learned through the production of linen textiles.

“Life is but a tissue of habits.”

— Henri-Frédéric Amiel

If we believe that, we can change our life by changing our habits. And I think that good habits are about having a good routine in our daily life. In this blog, I would like to introduce our products as things to accompany such a good daily routine. 

Gunnai-Jima Linen

Now, we would like to introduce Gunnai-Jima Linen. This series was inspired by silk fabrics woven in the Gunnai region of Yamanashi Prefecture in the Edo period (1603-1868), and Gunnai-Jima linen is made from the fabric woven using colors that fit in with modern life, while retaining the appearance of those days. The fabrics made with respect for the craftsmen of the time are the greatest appeal of this series.　

What is Gunnai?

Yamanashi Prefecture is sometimes roughly divided into two regions. One is the area around the Kofu Basin, called Kuninaka, and the other is the area north of Mt.Fuji, called Gunnai. It is composed of 12 municipalities. Uenohara City, Kosuge Village, Tabayama Village, Otsuki City, Doshi Village, Tsuru City, Nishikatsura Town, Oshino Village, Yamanaka Lake Village, Fujiyoshida City, Fuji Kawaguchiko Town, and Narusawa Village.　

Mt.Fuji from Fujiyoshida City, the central city of the Gunnai region (Arakurayama Sengen Park).

And this name "Gunnai" was associated with one of the vassals of the warloard Shingen Takeda in the 16th century of Japan.

Takeda 24 Generals" (Collection of Takeda Shrine, Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture)

One of Takeda's vassals was a man named Oyamada Nobushige. The ancestors of  Oyamada clan were a powerful family based in present-day Tsuru City. They also had frequent clashes with the Takeda clan. Therefore, in opposition to "Kuninaka" around the Kofu Basin, which was the Takeda clan's territory, the name "Gunnai" was first used to refer to the Oyamada clan's territory.

From then on, this area came to be called "Gunnai".

Iwatono Castle in Otsuki City was a key castle of the Oyamada clan and is said to be one of the three best castles in the Kanto region.

After the death of Shingen, Oyamada Nobushige defected to Takeda Katsuyori ( Shingen's son ), but after the fall of the Takeda family, he was destroyed by the combined forces of Nobunaga and Ieyasu for his disloyalty to Takeda.　　

This region was then ruled by Nagamasa Asai, a vassal of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, and Nagamasa's vassals became lords and built Katsuyama Castle in Yamura, Tsuru City. (According to recent research, the Oyamada clan had already begun construction of this castle as a strategic castle during the Sengoku period.)

Katsuyama Castle was located on a mountain called Oshiroyama, on the opposite bank of the Katsura River from Yamura Station on the Fujikyu Railway.

In the Tokugawa era, the Torii clan established the Yamura clan and entered this castle. The Akimoto clan followed. The promotion of silk fabrics by the Akimoto clan had a great impact on the development of textiles in this area.

Yasutomo Akimoto, who became lord of the Yamura domain after being transferred from Jyoshu Ueno Soja (Gunma Prefecture). 

Gunnai-Hira

If Yasutomo Akimoto had not come to the Gunnai region, the history of textiles in this area might have been different. This is because the Akimoto family encouraged its vassals to produce silk fabrics as an inside job.

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At that time, vassals of small clans such as the Yamura clan often supplemented their income by moonlighting. Therefore, Akimoto's vassals wove silk fabrics for summer hakama. This textile was "Gunnai-Hira". Beginning with the first generation Yasumoto, and continuing with his son and grandson for three generations of 72 years, this Gunnai-Hira weaving technique was transplanted to the farming villages of Gunnai.

Shogun Yoshinobu Tokugawa dressed in Hakama

The key point is that Gunnai-Hira is "for summer use". If it was to be used in summer, it should have been thin and lightweight. It also needed to be sturdy.

To travel around the country like Ryoma Sakamoto, Hakama also needs sturdiness.

To meet the above conditions, silk was the perfect choice at the time. First of all, silk is ideal for making thin fabrics because it can be made into fine threads. Also, if fine threads are woven at high density, the cloth becomes light and strong.

Silk produces the finest yarn of all natural fibers.

The techniques for making such fabrics spread throughout the region, and a variety of silk fabrics were produced. It would seem that this is attributable to "Gunnai-Hira".

Gunnai-Jima popular in the Edo period

In an Edo period book, "Bankin Sigiwai Bukuro" , it is written, "Silk fabrics made in Koshu Yamura are of good quality."

An old Book said to have been written in the Edo period.

A variety of elegant silk fabrics were woven in Yamura, the castle town of the Yamura clan. One of them was called Gunnai-Jima. Jima means stripes. This Gunnai-Jima was very popular among the merchants of Kamigata (Kyoto and Osaka), the center of Genroku culture. The fact that it appears in numerous works by cultural figures representing the Genroku period is proof of this.

Ihara Saikaku 「 Koshoku Ichidai Otoko 」(1682)

"...I went to the bathhouse to do a thing with you, as my heart desired, but Yoshi found me, and I promised her a 'Gunnai-Jima' for his grief and various other reasons..." 

Chikamatsu Monzaemon 「 Shinju Yoi Goshin 」(1722)

"On the sixth day of the sixth month of April, a carpet is laid on the grass in the morning dew. The name of the deceased is still missing on the carpet. The age is 39, "Gunnai-Jima", stained with blood and red. On the clothes..."

Jyuppennsha Ikku ( 1765-1831 )

十辺舎一九（1765-1831）

Even after the Genroku era, Gunnai-Jima continued to gain popularity. The late-Edo Bunka-Bunsei period playwright Jyuppennsha Ikku's "Provinces on the Road: Golden Sandals," Part XII - Minobu Douchu no Ki, contains the following Japanese poetry.

"I came to the famous Gunnai-Jima production area. A spring haze like a chambray silk fabric spread out is visible"

From Gunnai-Jima to striped Kaiki

What kind of fabric was the Gunnai-Jima that became so popular? Unfortunately, there are no actual examples left. What is known is that it was used as the outer fabric of kimono. In the time that followed, silk fabric called "Kaiki" woven in the Gunnai region was used for the lining of Haori, so Gunnai-Jima is thought to have had a different texture from this. However, it is believed that the design characteristics of Gunnai-Jima were inherited to Kaiki.

So, by showing you one group of Kaiki, we will try to let you know what kind of fabric Gunnai-Jima was.　

Here, please note that the following materials are from the Meiji to Taisho periods, and the dyes are considered to be different from those of the Edo period, so the colors should be viewed as reference only.　　 

Gunnai-Jima Linen is the modern reincarnation of Gunnai-Jima Silk Fabric.

So, what did you think? 

We can imagine the perseverance of the craftsmen of that time. Even when there was no electricity, they were making such intricate textiles only by hand.

We are moved by the fact that there used to be people who made textiles that were loved by people in our region, and we decided to pay homage to Gunnai-Jima Silk. And we would like to make linen that is loved like it.

Gunnai-jima Linen that we made.

　　　

“Life is but a tissue of habits.”

— Henri-Frédéric Amiel

If we believe that, we can change our life by changing our habits. And I think that good habits are about having a good routine in our daily life. In this blog, I would like to introduce our products as things to accompany such a good daily routine. 

THE LINEN SHEETS MADE TO ORDER

 Now, we would like to introduce our linen sheets. The most pleasant thing about linen is its texture. It is smooth and does not cling to the skin. I think it is the best material for the sweaty summer season. The secret is derived from the flax plant. 

This is the flax flower.

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Flax for fiber grows taller than a person's waist length. And it grows straight up to the sky. No wonder it makes beautiful yarn.

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THE PLANT YARN　　　

Linen yarn is made from the fiber inside the stem of this plant. Because it is located inside the stem, the outer bark of the stem must first be removed. Since this cannot be done by our hands, the harvested flax is laid down in the field and allowed to decompose by bacteria and fungi to extract the fiber from within.

Flax after dew retting

Dew retting is a process in which flax is laid out neatly in the growing area and the epidermis of the stalks is fermented and corroded by morning dew, rain, and microorganisms in the soil. This makes it easier to extract the fiber.

And this is the bundle of fibers taken out from the stem, which is called sliver.This sliver was imported from Belgium. By the way, the process up to this point is called flax. Therefore, the process after this is called linen.

Thus, a plant yarn, linen, is produced.

You can see that the raw color of linen is the color of the dead grass of the plant. The white ones are exposed to it.

　COEXISTENCE WITH PLANTS

At Tenjin-factory, we make sheets using linen, which is such a plant yarn.

 First, let me explain the advantages of textiles made from vegetable yarn linen.

(1) Breathable

(2) Lint-free (Lint : fiber waste or dust)

(3) High water absorbency

(4) High moisture absorbency

(5) Quick-drying 

There are the characteristics of linen sheets below.

I. The easy wrinkling of linen sheets allows for better ventilation and quick drying of perspiration during sleep.

II. Dust and debris from linen fibers are known not to cause skin allergies.

III. IV. Absorption of water and moisture makes it cool to the touch.

V. Moisture easily evaporates, and when it does, it takes away heat, making it less susceptible to dampness.

In other words, linen sheets offer various invisible conveniences to suit the condition of the sleeper.

DETAIL　

Here is what Tenjin-factory's sheets are like.

First of all, since it is made to order, it is made according to the thickness of your mattress. We can accommodate various mattress thicknesses.

Next, select the fabric for the top surface, the part where people actually sleep. This part is easily rubbed by friction with people, and even strong linen can quickly tear and develop holes depending on how it is used.　　

Therefore, Tenjin-factory used a two-twisted yarn for this part to increase the durability as much as possible, and also increased the density to make it stronger. It is as if strong rugger men were huddled together in a scrum.

The top surface is selected from the four colors above.

Continue by selecting the fabric that covers two side surfaces of the mattress. Since friction is not a concern here,  a thin type of fabric is used. This will also reduce the weight of the mattress.

Side surfaces are available in the 20 colors listed above.

　Here is the example of combinations.　

So, it is the sewing method that is of concern. In single to double sizes, the top surface is
made from a single piece of fabric. However, for queen and king sizes, the top surface is made from two pieces of fabric sewn together.

 Single to double sizes are made with a single piece of fabric for the top surface. 

The top surfaces of the queen and king sizes are two pieces sewn together.

We use a sewing method that minimizes the steps.

All sizes can be made in two types: flat sheets and fitted sheets. 

NOSTALGIC CLOTH

Finally, we are talking about fabric making. Tenjin-factory is a linen weaving factory, so our focus is on the fabric itself.

And our fabrics are woven by shuttle looms. Although they are old-fashioned, the cloth have the same selvedge specifications as antique linen, making it durable and long-lasting.

The weft is placed in a tool called a shuttle. The shuttle runs through the warp and places the weft. Whenever the weft runs out, it is replenished by hand. It is a joint effort by man and machine.

Both ends of a fabric is called selvage or selvedge. Except for hand weaving, it can only be made by an old-fashioned shuttle loom. The charm of cloth woven by this loom is that it can be woven without putting a load on the threads, resulting in cloth that retains more softness.