Symphony of Colors: Japanese Quilts

Quilts came to Japan at the end of 1970 as a new hobby from America. Since then, the Japanese quilters have developed their own style using traditional fabrics and motifs.  We are fascinated by the meticulous applique and quilting, which we've tried to capture in close-up photos. Each of these quilts is more than 6 feet across, which gives you an idea of the amount of work involved in these creations.  This is part 2 of a two-part series.

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World As If Floating by Pachiko Yoshida

White Woods by Keiko Yoshida

White Wisteria, 68 x 83", by Keiko Yoshida

Usuzumi Sakura (#11 in Bridal Robe series), ~78 x 59", by Eiko Okano

Dianthus - In Memory of my Mother, ~77 x 77",by Sachiko Yoshida

Autumn Sky, ~68 x 80", by Reiko Naganuma

Pompom Mum ~67 x 74", by Reiko Naganuma

 

Mizumandara, 83 x 83", by Yoko Ueda

Stars of the Sea, 77 x 77', by Yoko Ueda

Image credits: Photos were taken by Quilt Inspiration at the 2016 AQS QuiltWeek in Phoenix, Arizona.