What is the overview of the Naniwa Honzome (Chusen) yukata exhibition and sales event?

The exhibition will be held from June 15 to June 21, 2026, and the sales event will take place from June 20 to June 21, 2026, at Sakai Den Shokukan.

What are the characteristics of the Chusen products on display?

Chusen products are dyed using traditional hand-dyeing techniques, allowing for simultaneous dyeing of both sides. They are breathable and can express soft colors and textures through techniques like shading.

What are the main items for sale?

Items for sale include new pattern Chusen yukata fabrics, Chusen parasols, Chusen fans, Chusen hand towels designed by Ayako Hasegawa, and outlet fabrics.

What are the conditions for the novelty promotion?

The promotion is limited to a certain number of items and is available to customers who purchase Chusen and Washizume products from the start of the exhibition until the end of June.

What is the access and business hours for Sakai Den Shokukan?

Sakai Den Shokukan is located at 1-1-30, Saiwai-cho, Sakai-ku, Sakai City. Business hours are from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is approximately 100 meters southwest of 'Myokokuji-mae' station on the Hanshin Line.

[Sakai Takumi-kan] Exhibition and Sale of Naniwa Hon-zome (Chusen) Yukata

Published Jun 10, 2026 11:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 8:32 AM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Sakai Takumi-kan will hold an exhibition and sale of Naniwa Hon-zome (Chusen) yukata, a nationally designated traditional craft of Sakai, to promote its unique appeal.

Sakai Takumi-kan is holding an exhibition and sale featuring new patterns of Chusen yukata to promote the appeal of 'Naniwa Hon-zome' (Chusen), a nationally designated traditional craft of Sakai.

Visitors can experience the beauty of these traditional crafts firsthand through the exhibition of Alphonse Mucha-patterned fabrics, which were displayed at the Osaka-Kansai Expo, and the sale of new Chusen hand towels designed by illustrator Aya Hasegawa.

Additionally, from the start of the exhibition until the end of June, a novelty gift promotion (subject to limited quantities and purchase conditions) will be available for customers who purchase Chusen/Wazarashi (Japanese bleached cotton) products.

The traditional hand-dyeing technique 'Chusen' dyes both sides simultaneously, ensuring patterns appear beautifully on the inside of sleeves and hems, while providing excellent breathability and delicate color gradients.

1. Overview

Dates: (Exhibition) June 15 (Mon) – June 21 (Sun), 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Sale) June 20 (Sat) – June 21 (Sun), 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed: June 16 (Tue), 2026

Venue: Sakai Takumi-kan 2F 'TAKUMI EXHIBITION' (1-1-30 Zaimoku-cho Nishi, Sakai-ku, Sakai City)

Exhibits: - Permanent exhibition on the history and manufacturing of Chusen and Wazarashi - Yukata and Alphonse Mucha-patterned fabrics - Exhibition of Chusen hand towels

Products for Sale: - Various Chusen yukata fabric patterns (including new designs) - Chusen parasols - Chusen folding fans - New Chusen hand towels by Aya Hasegawa (limited quantity) - Outlet Chusen yukata fabrics (limited quantity)

Other: Yukata tailoring services are available (separate fee applies).

3. About Sakai Takumi-kan

Location: 1-1-30 Zaimoku-cho Nishi, Sakai-ku, Sakai City

Business Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Admission: Free

Closed: 3rd Tuesday of the month (or following day if holiday), Dec 29 – Jan 3

Access: Approx. 100m southwest from Myokokuji-mae (Hankai Line) Approx. 1,100m northeast from Sakai Station (Nankai Main Line)

Official Website: https://www.sakaidensan.jp/ Online Shop: https://www.emallsakai.com/

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