Friday, March 14, 2008

We are excited to cosponsor a lecture and demonstration on Manyo-Zome by Master Chozo Kita of Kyoto.

Manyo-Zome is a style of an ancient Japanese dyeing technique that utilizes plants and other natural sources to create dyes. Master Kita uses particular varieties of rice to recreate the colors found in the Nara period (AD 710-794).

Master Kita, who hails from three generations of master dyers, will demonstrate this dyeing technique and share his knowledge of Manyo-Zome.

In Japanese with English translation.

Time: 2:00-3:30 pm

Location: Asian Art Museum
200 Larking Street, San Francisco

Cost: Free with museum admission

Co-presented by the Asian Art Museum and Satsuki-kai.