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“aidama” – Prayer Beads in Japan’s Traditional Indigo

To bring this piece to life, we sought out the finest traditional indigo dyeing methods and discovered the masterful work of AWAJI Ai LAND Project, renowned for providing indigo dyeing guidance for the NHK historical drama Seiten wo Tsuke.
Using their meticulously crafted “Sho-Aizome” (true indigo dyeing), we hand-dye natural mountain cherry wood beads and silk threads. Over time, the color and texture evolve, revealing the authentic character of indigo.

Each set of prayer beads is an original creation of KANBE Juzu, carefully crafted by skilled artisans from hand-selected materials.

Where Nature Meets Timeless Japanese Craft

Indigo-Dyed Mountain Cherry Wood Juzu

An exclusive creation of KANBE Juzu, these prayer beads are crafted from natural mountain cherry wood and hand-dyed with true indigo.

Their deep hue, known as Kachi-iro (“the color of victory”), is achieved only through the traditional Sho-Aizome method using naturally fermented Japanese indigo. Over time, the beads gain a soft luster, revealing the timeless beauty of indigo.

The Finest Indigo-Dyed Silk Thread

To Highlight the Beauty of the Juzu

The Finest Indigo-Dyed Silk Thread

Men’s beads feature deep, authentic indigo silk that develops character over time. Women’s beads use a pale, delicate indigo to highlight elegance and feminine charm.

Dyed with natural materials by skilled artisans, the silk threads are perfected to beautifully complement each bead.

Tassels and Core Threads by Shoen Kumihimo

Renowned Artisans of Traditional Japanese Braiding

Tassels and Core Threads by Shoen Kumihimo

Shoen Kumihimo preserves the art of traditional hand-braiding while continuously exploring new expressions.

These tassels and core threads are hand-finished by master artisans using the refined techniques of Kyo-Kumihimo (Kyoto braiding). Each silk thread is carefully dyed with true indigo, creating a piece that embodies both heritage and timeless elegance.

Made for Aidama

Premium Paulownia wood box

This original box is crafted from premium paulownia wood, finished in a sleek, modern design suitable for any customer.

The Aiju logo was created by CASPER of Yamaei ART Studio, an artist active worldwide whose work includes collaborations such as FENDI’s global project “F IS FOR FENDI.”

Handling Instructions

This product is dyed with natural materials, and some color fading or transfer may occur, particularly in wet conditions or through friction, sweat, or rain.

  • Dark-colored items may transfer more easily; avoid wearing with white or light-colored clothing.
  • Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or strong artificial lighting may cause discoloration.
  • Please handle and store with care to preserve the beauty of this product.