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The Craft
Indigo Dyeing
in Sanxia

What is Indigo Dyeing?

Shibori is a Japanese word for several methods of dyeing cloth with a pattern. Fabric is folded, twisted, pleated or bound — then dipped in natural indigo dye. Only the unbound areas absorb the color, creating unique patterns that can never be exactly reproduced.

History of Sanxia

1820s
Immigrants from Anxi, China bring indigo plants to Sanxia. The Old Street becomes a dyeing hub.
1896
Industrial chemical dyes from Germany devastate the traditional craft. Most workshops close.
1990s
Community revival begins. The San Chiao Yung Culture Association is founded in 1996.
2002
First Sanhsia Indigo Dyeing Festival — annual celebration of the living craft.
2024
Sanxia artisans exhibit at Paris MAISON & OBJET. Global recognition begins.

The 5 Shibori Techniques

Itajime — Clamp Kumo — Spider Arashi — Storm Miura — Looping Nui — Stitch

Eco & Sustainability

Natural indigo dyeing is 100% biodegradable. The Sanxia workshop uses under-forest grown indigo plants (Strobilanthes formosanus) as part of a certified sustainable ecosystem. Peace Island Geopark holds ISO 20121 certification for sustainable tourism.

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Itajime — Geometric Clamp

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Density3×3
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Master Chen Wei

Sanxia Old Street Workshop
67 years old · 30+ years of experience
His Story

Chen Wei has been practicing indigo dyeing since 1989, learning the ancient Sanxia technique from his father. He has dedicated his life to preserving this nearly lost craft and training young apprentices.

Specialties
Itajime Kumo Arashi
Sessions completed

48 workshops · Speaks EN, 中文

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Itajime Workshop

With Chen Wei · Mon 26 May · 14:00
Sanxia Old Street Workshop

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WorkshopNT$800
Booking feeNT$40
TotalNT$840
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Itajime Workshop · Mon 26 May
NT$840
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"I made this at Sanxia
Indigo Workshop"
Itajime technique · With Master Chen Wei
Sanxia, Taiwan · 26 May 2026
Authenticity certified by Sanxia Culture Association
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