Akita Hachijo is a traditional silk textile of Akita, woven from silk threads dyed with natural dyes primarily derived from local plants. Handed down since around 1789–1801, it is known for its subdued yet refined appearance. Depending on the weather, the textile reflects unique luster, brilliance, or calmness. Dyeing a single color takes about a week. The main patterns are vertical stripes and checkered designs, with dyes extracted from the roots of rugosa roses, azaleas, and others. Depending on the dye used, there are variations such as “Tobi Hachijo,” “Akita Kihachijo,” and “Kawari Hachijo.” At its peak, 60,000 bolts were woven annually. Although all weaving houses ceased production in 2003, one studio, “Kotomu Kobo,” was revived in Kitaakita City in 2006, preserving the traditional colors such as yellow from kariyasu grass and brown from rugosa rose roots while also introducing brighter shades like pink.