{"product_id":"貝灰-500g","title":"Indigo Fermentation Kit (Mini Kit) Liquid Volume: 1.2L \/ Container Capacity: 1.5L","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"52\" data-start=\"0\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMini Kit (Liquid Volume: 1.2L \/ Container: 1.5L)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"271\" data-start=\"54\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis product is specially designed to help you enjoyably learn about \u003cstrong data-end=\"153\" data-start=\"123\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Natural Lye Fermentation”\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"155\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etennen aku hakkō-date\u003c\/em\u003e) and the art of Japanese indigo dyeing, including the mechanisms and stages of fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"487\" data-start=\"273\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt’s perfect for beginners as well as for experienced users to practice with.\u003cbr data-end=\"353\" data-start=\"350\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e In addition to dyeing, we encourage you to observe and enjoy the process by recording the daily condition and changes of your dye vat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"487\" data-start=\"273\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"How to Video 藍建てミニキット【日本語ver.】SUKUMO AIDATE KIT\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tVf0zU371ns\" height=\"325\" width=\"577\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"265\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe usable period of the dye depends on how well the fermented dye liquid is maintained and how much dyeing is done.\u003cbr data-end=\"119\" data-start=\"116\"\u003e For the \u003cstrong data-end=\"139\" data-start=\"127\"\u003eMini Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e, the estimated usage period is \u003cstrong data-end=\"188\" data-start=\"171\"\u003e1 to 3 months\u003c\/strong\u003e, though at Watanabe’s, it has been successfully used for up to \u003cstrong data-end=\"264\" data-start=\"252\"\u003e6 months\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"387\" data-start=\"267\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease prepare the recommended container, as well as tools like a thermometer and pH meter for best results!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"387\" data-start=\"267\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/0613\/0886\/files\/ee2eef1498a9b335b1aa9eaf8bfcdcc6.jpg?v=1747722028\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"179\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eIn this dyeing method, \u003cstrong data-end=\"49\" data-start=\"23\"\u003emicrobial fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces the indigo dye liquid, transforming the indigo pigment into a form that easily bonds with fabric, making dyeing possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"466\" data-start=\"181\"\u003eHowever, the condition of the dye liquid changes daily.\u003cbr data-end=\"239\" data-start=\"236\"\u003e Since the activity of the fermenting bacteria is sensitive to environmental factors such as temperature and pH, it is very important to \u003cstrong data-end=\"409\" data-start=\"375\"\u003eobserve and judge for yourself\u003c\/strong\u003e whether the dye is in a suitable state for use each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"466\" data-start=\"181\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/0613\/0886\/files\/c3639d4ee6b17b8fcc62c293359e6d08.jpg?v=1747722007\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"141\" data-start=\"44\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"85\" data-start=\"44\"\u003eDownload the Record Sheet Format Here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"88\" data-start=\"85\"\u003e (Right-click on the displayed JPG file to save it.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"210\" data-start=\"142\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"175\" data-start=\"142\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"175\" data-start=\"144\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/0613\/0886\/files\/01.jpg?v=1734101739\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecord Sheet (Cover) – File 1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"210\" data-start=\"176\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"210\" data-start=\"178\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/0613\/0886\/files\/02.jpg?v=1734101741\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecord Sheet (Page 1 and beyond)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"224\" data-start=\"212\"\u003eFor example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"302\" data-start=\"226\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"255\" data-start=\"226\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"255\" data-start=\"228\"\u003eHow much can I dye today?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"302\" data-start=\"256\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"302\" data-start=\"258\"\u003eWhen and what kind of maintenance is needed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"412\" data-start=\"304\"\u003eTo help you make these daily decisions, we recommend using tools such as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"394\" data-start=\"379\"\u003ethermometer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"411\" data-start=\"399\"\u003epH meter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"530\" data-start=\"419\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eStorage Instructions After Purchase\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"530\" data-start=\"419\"\u003ePlease use the kit as soon as possible after purchase.\u003cbr data-end=\"518\" data-start=\"515\"\u003e For storage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"839\" data-start=\"531\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"602\" data-start=\"531\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"602\" data-start=\"533\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"566\" data-start=\"533\"\u003eFusuma (fermentation starter)\u003c\/strong\u003e should be kept in the refrigerator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"839\" data-start=\"603\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"839\" data-start=\"605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"641\" data-start=\"605\"\u003eSukumo (fermented indigo leaves)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"662\" data-start=\"643\"\u003eclam shell lime\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"680\" data-start=\"668\"\u003ewood ash\u003c\/strong\u003e should be stored in a well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight.\u003cbr data-end=\"754\" data-start=\"751\"\u003e Moisture in the sukumo may hinder the fermentation process during indigo preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"846\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1405\" data-start=\"868\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1039\" data-start=\"868\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1039\" data-start=\"870\"\u003eIf the amount of indigo dye liquid exceeds the recommended volume, the fermentation balance may be disrupted, resulting in weaker color or a shorter lifespan of the dye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"1040\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"1042\"\u003eIf the dye liquid is below the recommended amount, the dyeable area may become limited, making it difficult to dye anything but small items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1292\" data-start=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1292\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003eTo maintain a stable 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