Born primarily in Tsugaru, Aomori Prefecture, (Sashiko Kogin) It seems that it originally came about as reinforcement for work clothes. I am fascinated by the patterns created by the repetition of straight geometric patterns. In 1976 (Showa 51), I happened to encounter it at a folk craft shop in Ginza and immediately acquired it. w 31.8 x 15.2 cm * Please refer to the (bookmark). Photo No. 5, 6 * Please refrain from purchasing if you are nervous, as this is an antique.