Sakai Teori Dantsu is a traditional hand-woven rug technique that originated in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture. The craft was introduced to Japan from the Middle East and China, with formal production beginning in Sakai in 1831. The rugs are known for their intricate designs and a texture created by the densely woven pile. Highly prized for their durability and beauty, they were exported globally in the Meiji period. Today, preservation societies and the Sakai City government work to pass on this valuable cultural heritage.