MicrobiologybioRxivPreprint
The significance of sukumo (composted indigo leaves) as a microbial source for traditional Japanese indigo dyeing
Souichiro Kato, Kensuke Igarashi, Shusei Kanie…·Yoshiyuki Ueno
This study investigates sukumo's role as a microbial source in traditional Japanese indigo dyeing, showing that mature sukumo and specific bacteria enhance dyeing performance.
DOI 10.64898/2026.01.29.702489