I read a blog by a Japanese quilter named Ayumi. She used to live in the US and married an American, and about a year ago, they moved back to the Tokyo area. I have emailed her in the past and she responded promptly to my inquiry, so I would suggest you email her. You can contact her through her blog:
My son will be in Japan, beginning in Tokyo and traveling throughout the country for a month. Any suggestions as to where to buy traditional Japanese fabrics?
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