Hat “Ōno” φ42cm(16.53″) / Sedge / Toyama-JPN 810403-1
Hat “Ōno” φ42cm(16.53″) / Sedge / Toyama-JPN 810403-1
Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, is the production area of Sedge hat.
The amount of shipments is much smaller than in the past due to the aging of the craftsmen, but the craftsmanship has been designated as an important intangible folk cultural asset by the government.
For them, these useful items, made from plants that grew wild around them, were a necessity for planting rice and farming.
This Sedge hats allows us to do hand work without a parasol when we work in the sun for long periods of time, is breathable, and prevents our heads and shoulders from getting wet in the event of rain.
We can imagine that it was indispensable to people’s lives.
This page introduces the “Ōno” type. “Ōno” means ‘big field’ in Japanese. The gently curved shape is reminiscent of a huge field.
Regarding the “Maru-ate” and “Gotoku” to be mounted,
“Maru-ate” can be fitted to any head shape or size.
“Gotoku” if you prefer a more comfortable fit to your head.
Sedge hats are used as light, airy and cool and repel water and snow. If they get dirty, they can be washed with water. After washing, hang it in a well-ventilated place to dry well.
Sedge hats are a common tool used in traditional Japanese festivals, stage costumes, and “Ohenro pilgrimage” costumes, but this ” Ōno” is a form designed for farm work, which makes it easy to incorporate into everyday life.
Please use it for daily farm work, garden and balcony work, and for going out.
Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, is the production area of Sedge hat.
The amount of shipments is much smaller than in the past due to the aging of the craftsmen, but the craftsmanship has been designated as an important intangible folk cultural asset by the government.
For them, these useful items, made from plants that grew wild around them, were a necessity for planting rice and farming.
This Sedge hats allows us to do hand work without a parasol when we work in the sun for long periods of time, is breathable, and prevents our heads and shoulders from getting wet in the event of rain.
We can imagine that it was indispensable to people’s lives.
This page introduces the “Ōno” type. “Ōno” means ‘big field’ in Japanese. The gently curved shape is reminiscent of a huge field.
This type of sedge is cultivated to make Sedge hats and is dried well after harvesting. This gives it a beautiful cream color.From the center, a thin bamboo is used as a frame, and Sedge is wrapped around it. In addition, to prevent water from dripping onto the head, a water-repellent brown paper is inserted in the center.This is the inner weaving. It is woven horizontally, via the frame.In contrast to the horizontal direction of the inner side, the outer side is lined with material sedge laid out vertically.The hats are then finely woven with thread to create a single piece of hat. The workmanship is very delicate. The number of people who can sew this type of hat is decreasing every year.Please note that due to the availability of the maker’s yarn, you may receive a different yarn color, as shown in the photo above. It depends on the time of arrival, but we will send you what we have in stock at that time. Please note that we cannot accept color requests.This is a view of the rim from the outside. Thin bamboo is turned around and tied to the core material to hold the vertical suge firmly in place.The inside rim is also beautifully woven, with the vertical line’s Sedge folded inside the rim.This is the part that is placed on the head when wearing a hat.There are two types: “Maru-ate” (left) and “Gotoku” (right). The Maru-ate is used by placing it on the head. The Gotoku is designed to wrap around the upper part of the head. Compared to Gotoku, Maru-ate can be attached regardless of the size and shape of the head.The round-fit has a rope that hangs over the ear; it is more stable when used in a figure of 8.In addition, the cord of the Maru-ate has been made of grass rope, but this will be gradually changed to a plastic cord. Please note that you cannot choose the material of the cord.A cotton cord is attached to one end of the rope like this. This is used to tie it to the chin.The Maru-ate is fastened to the hat body in four places with a tying band. Be careful not to cut these ties.This is a Gotoku. It has a cotton cord. The circumference of the cover is slightly larger. If it is too large, you can adjust it by inserting a towel or handkerchief.There are two types of cotton cord for Gotoku: one that you tie yourself and one with a plastic clasp. Which type you get depends on the availability of the parts in the production area. Please note that you cannot choose one type or the other, as we will provide you with the one we have in stock when you place your order.Occasionally, the sedge radiating out from the top may be broken or cut, but this is not a problem for use. Please note that this is not a defective product.
Regarding the “Maru-ate” and “Gotoku” to be mounted,
“Maru-ate” can be fitted to any head shape or size.
“Gotoku” if you prefer a more comfortable fit to your head.
Sedge hats are used as light, airy and cool and repel water and snow. If they get dirty, they can be washed with water. After washing, hang it in a well-ventilated place to dry well.
Sedge hats are a common tool used in traditional Japanese festivals, stage costumes, and “Ohenro pilgrimage” costumes, but this ” Ōno” is a form designed for farm work, which makes it easy to incorporate into everyday life.
Please use it for daily farm work, garden and balcony work, and for going out.
Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, is the production area of Sedge hat.
The amount of shipments is much smaller than in the past due to the aging of the craftsmen, but the craftsmanship has been designated as an important intangible folk cultural asset by the government.
For them, these useful items, made from plants that grew wild around them, were a necessity for planting rice and farming.
This Sedge hats allows us to do hand work without a parasol when we work in the sun for long periods of time, is breathable, and prevents our heads and shoulders from getting wet in the event of rain.
We can imagine that it was indispensable to people’s lives.
This page introduces the “Ōno” type. “Ōno” means ‘big field’ in Japanese. The gently curved shape is reminiscent of a huge field.
This type of sedge is cultivated to make Sedge hats and is dried well after harvesting. This gives it a beautiful cream color.From the center, a thin bamboo is used as a frame, and Sedge is wrapped around it. In addition, to prevent water from dripping onto the head, a water-repellent brown paper is inserted in the center.This is the inner weaving. It is woven horizontally, via the frame.In contrast to the horizontal direction of the inner side, the outer side is lined with material sedge laid out vertically.The hats are then finely woven with thread to create a single piece of hat. The workmanship is very delicate. The number of people who can sew this type of hat is decreasing every year.Please note that due to the availability of the maker’s yarn, you may receive a different yarn color, as shown in the photo above. It depends on the time of arrival, but we will send you what we have in stock at that time. Please note that we cannot accept color requests.This is a view of the rim from the outside. Thin bamboo is turned around and tied to the core material to hold the vertical suge firmly in place.The inside rim is also beautifully woven, with the vertical line’s Sedge folded inside the rim.This is the part that is placed on the head when wearing a hat.There are two types: “Maru-ate” (left) and “Gotoku” (right). The Maru-ate is used by placing it on the head. The Gotoku is designed to wrap around the upper part of the head. Compared to Gotoku, Maru-ate can be attached regardless of the size and shape of the head.The round-fit has a rope that hangs over the ear; it is more stable when used in a figure of 8.In addition, the cord of the Maru-ate has been made of grass rope, but this will be gradually changed to a plastic cord. Please note that you cannot choose the material of the cord.A cotton cord is attached to one end of the rope like this. This is used to tie it to the chin.The Maru-ate is fastened to the hat body in four places with a tying band. Be careful not to cut these ties.This is a Gotoku. It has a cotton cord. The circumference of the cover is slightly larger. If it is too large, you can adjust it by inserting a towel or handkerchief.There are two types of cotton cord for Gotoku: one that you tie yourself and one with a plastic clasp. Which type you get depends on the availability of the parts in the production area. Please note that you cannot choose one type or the other, as we will provide you with the one we have in stock when you place your order.Occasionally, the sedge radiating out from the top may be broken or cut, but this is not a problem for use. Please note that this is not a defective product.
Regarding the “Maru-ate” and “Gotoku” to be mounted,
“Maru-ate” can be fitted to any head shape or size.
“Gotoku” if you prefer a more comfortable fit to your head.
Sedge hats are used as light, airy and cool and repel water and snow. If they get dirty, they can be washed with water. After washing, hang it in a well-ventilated place to dry well.
Sedge hats are a common tool used in traditional Japanese festivals, stage costumes, and “Ohenro pilgrimage” costumes, but this ” Ōno” is a form designed for farm work, which makes it easy to incorporate into everyday life.
Please use it for daily farm work, garden and balcony work, and for going out.