The National Museum of Ethnology (Minpaku) is a research center for ethnology and cultural anthropology.

Attus robe

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Attus robe

Traditional attus robes were worn by the Aynu on formal occasions. The fabric of attus robes is woven of elm (attus in Aynu) bark fiber, which is tailored into a single-layered robe with sleeves. The collar, cuffs, hem, and back are decorated with embroidery and extra cotton cloth, which display Aynu motifs. The entire process, from thread making to fabric weaving and robe finishing, is carried out by women. It is now seen as an artistic form in its own right.

Feathered robe | Attus robe | Nettle robe | Robe made of fish skin | Robe with stitched cloths |
Traditional Aynu house | Altar (nusasan) | Necklace of Aynu beads | Women’s knife | Wooden tray
Aynu (Aynu) Mosir
New Aynu Law
Related links:
　Special Exhibition “A Message from the Aynu: Craft and Spirit” (January 8 - February 15, 2004)
　Special Exhibition “The Sea Otter and Glass Beads: Trade of Indigenous Peoples of the North Pacific Rim” (September 20, 2001 - January 15, 2002)