Yano Kamoji is produced in Yano-cho, Aki-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Kamoji refers to hair piece or hair extensions used for hair styling, but in a broader term, it also includes wigs. Yano Kamoji was popularized nationwide at the end of the Taisho era due to the clay called higetsuchi, required for removing oil from the wig, was available in Yano-cho. Furthermore, plenty of water, which was necessary for washing these wigs, flowing from the valley through the town gave a perfect environment for Kamoji production in Yano-cho.