Lives

In the past, the Ainu made clothing from a variety of materials. In addition to those that can be found in the surrounding area, such as animal furs, fish skins, bird feathers and fibers from grass and trees, goods such as silk and cotton obtained through trading were also used. For cooking, ingredients relating to the cycles of nature were used, with meats such as salmon, deer and seal and seasonal plants. In the cise (home), the men made tools and took care of the hunting gear, while the women made clothing and mats and prepared meals.