Bingata is a traditional fabric dyeing technique originating in Okinawa Prefecture that utilizes stencils and resist dyeing. Oftentimes, Bingata features busy, intricate patterns and designs with bright colors and repeating nature motifs. This technique dates back to the Ryukyu Kingdom in the 14th century when Okinawa experienced an influx of foreign goods and manufacturing techniques; it is believed Bingata is a mixture of Indian, Chinese, and Javanese dyeing processes. The process is extremely labor-intensive and detailed, taking three people up to three days just to paint one kimono and then a further month to finish. Though strenuous and time-consuming to make, the final product’s vivid colors and beautiful patterns are definitely worth the wait.