Momijiyama Imperial Cocoonery, Silkworm nursery in Chiyoda, Japan
The Momijiyama Imperial Cocoonery maintains four varieties of silkworms, including hybrids of Japanese and Chinese types, in a traditional facility without air conditioning.
The facility, established in 1914, carries forward the imperial sericulture tradition that began with Empress Dowager Shoken in 1871 through subsequent generations.
The silk produced at this nursery contributes to the restoration of ancient textiles, including precious artifacts stored in the Shoso-in repository from the Nara period.
The silkworms receive fresh mulberry leaves during feeding ceremonies called Okyuusou, where the Empress personally participates in their care and maintenance.
The indigenous Koishimaru silkworms raised at the facility produce specialized silk threads essential for the preservation of Japanese historical textile artifacts.
Location: Chiyoda
Inception: 1914
GPS coordinates: 35.68542,139.75253
Latest update: March 10, 2025 07:13
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