Yello Hachijo cloth originates from Hachijo Island, famous for Silk Production during the Muromachi period between 1382 and 1573. Kihachijo is mainly features colors yellow, brown, and black with striped or checked designs. Dyes are made from plants that grow naturally on the island, such as Hachijo Kariyasu, bark from a Madami, and bark from a chestnut tree. Other dyes that are painted on include extracts from camellia plants and evergreen trees. Once dyed, the thread is transformed into a beautiful and elegant fabric using a foot-operated loom or hand operated shuttle loom. Kihachijo is known for its exceptional dying techniques producing vibrant and long lasting colors.