【New Year Blessings】Japanese Igusa Shimenawa for Good Fortune

【Product Specifications】 Name: Igusa Shimenawa Color: Natural Igusa color Size: 15x25cm Weight: About 50g Material: Natural Igusa (rush) Origin: Made in Japan Hashtags: #Shimenawa #Blessing #EvilWarding #NewYearDecor #Entrance #MadeInJapan #NaturalMaterial #AirPurification #OdorRemoval #FloristrySupplies #DIYMaterialKit #HokusaiKatsushika #CherryBlossoms #Kinkakuji #AncientKyoto 【Product Description】 In Japanese tradition, the Shimenawa (しめなわ) is not just a cultural symbol but also a crucial element for home blessings and space purification. IKEHIKO's Japanese Igusa Shimenawa is crafted from pure, high-quality Igusa, showcasing its natural beauty and deep cultural significance, making it both a practical and sacred decorative item. Every New Year, after a thorough cleaning, hanging the Shimenawa in the entrance or other prominent places not only wards off evil but also brings good fortune, symbolizing a year filled with peace and happiness. Igusa fibers are known for air purification and odor elimination, making this Shimenawa not just a decorative piece but also an eco-friendly product. The design of this Shimenawa is simple and rustic, easily blending with various interior styles and adding a unique Japanese atmosphere to any space. It is suitable for personal use, gifting, and professional settings like handicraft creation, floristry classrooms, or dry flower arrangement decoration. IKEHIKO's Japanese Igusa Shimenawa is a modern interpretation of traditional Japanese culture, perfectly combining ancient traditions with contemporary lifestyle aesthetics. Whether as a home decoration or a meaningful gift, it is an excellent choice for conveying blessings and pure wishes. 【Product Features】 ▪ Crafted from pure Igusa, showcasing the beauty and cultural significance of Igusa ▪ When hung in the entrance, it wards off evil and brings good fortune ▪ Igusa fibers have air purification and odor elimination functions ▪ Suitable for personal use, gifting, and professional uses like handicrafts, floristry teaching, or dry flower decoration ▪ Size about 15x24cm, can be matched with dry flowers as needed, displaying personal style whether for gifting or personal use ▪ Simple and rustic style, versatile for various space types, adding a unique atmosphere to the home ▪ Ideal for Igusa craft enthusiasts. 【Ten Charms of Natural Igusa】 Igusa's superpower: Absorbs harmful substances in the air, acting like a non-electric air purifier. Igusa's magical effect: Highly efficient moisture absorption, more than common cotton products. Igusa's charm: Eliminates odors including sweat, urine, and pet smells. Igusa's safety feature: Not easily flammable, ensuring safety in use. Igusa's unique properties: Durable yet flexible, easy to clean and maintain. Igusa emits a fragrance similar to wood, creating a forest-like atmosphere indoors, aiding in concentration. Igusa-woven tatami and carpets provide comfortable cushioning and a soft touch. Igusa has stable temperature properties, cool and breathable in summer, warm and comfortable in winter, suitable for all seasons. Pure natural Igusa contains no chemicals, eco-friendly and safe, especially suitable for childcare. Igusa can be dyed to create colorful crafts, exhibiting dazzling beauty. 【About IKEHIKO】 Since its establishment in Fukuoka in 1886 by Mr. Hikotaro Ikegami, spanning from the Meiji era to Reiwa, IKEHIKO has been manufacturing Igusa tatami with a long history. Today, it has become a representative brand in the Japanese Igusa product market. From Igusa cultivation to collaboration with artisan workshops, IKEHIKO has accumulated a century of manufacturing experience and cultural mission, striving for a better life without compromising on details. We aim to bring irreplaceable natural Igusa design products to all who love life, including Igusa tatami, yoga mats, carpets, foot mats, pillows, rush mats, sleeping mats, seat cushions, deodorizing rolls, and more. 「Advancing into the future with Igusa, conveying culture to the world, pursuing health for society」 President Koichi Inokuchi 【The Mission of a Century-Old Company - CSR Corporate Responsibility】 As a century-old brand, IKEHIKO feels a profound sense of corporate responsibility. We remain true to our roots, closely collaborating with local farmers and artisans to revitalize the industry, creating more value, quality, and delicate lifestyle products. We strive for eco-friendly materials and processes, aiming to reduce the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers in production. Our products made from OCS (Organic Content Standard) certified organic cotton ensure quality and safety. Moreover, to prevent the loss of Igusa craftsmanship, we actively share tatami culture with children. Through this children's program, they can deeply understand the natural, skin-friendly, and safe properties of Japanese Igusa, growing up happily in a natural grass-scented childcare environment. IKEHIKO will continue to protect and inherit Igusa culture, innovating and pursuing sustainable development for future generations. 【SDGs, Sustainable Development】 Tatami and Igusa are integral to Japanese life. However, with changing living environments and lifestyles, the demand has decreased, posing challenges to the Igusa industry. As a leader in the Igusa industry, we aim to establish a sustainable Igusa industry ecosystem to ensure its future. In close collaboration with local farmers and artisan weaving workshops, we ensure high-quality Igusa sources, allowing farmers to continue their operations. We also increase the visibility and use of Igusa products from a design and planning perspective, thereby increasing social demand for Igusa products. To reduce waste, we produce specialized width fabrics from short Igusa, enhancing its functionality. Leftover materials are repurposed into other products, minimizing production waste and energy consumption. Through industry integration, we establish an ideal cycle connecting all aspects of Igusa production. We hope to achieve sustainable living goals through this understanding and execution, while sharing the precious Japanese Igusa culture. 【What is IKEHIKO】 IKEHIKO embodies the spirit of craftsmanship, fundamentally focusing on developing, manufacturing, and selling Igusa products. Nourished by deep cultural roots, we create delicacy with craft techniques, never ceasing to imagine new possibilities with materials, striving to blend nature with life seamlessly. Returning to the essence of a beautiful life, experience your own moment of natural freshness. IKEHIKO Japan｜Igusa Specialty Store｜Bringing Life Closer to Nature Join our community of Igusa enthusiasts if you love natural elements. Search for ikehiko tw on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. ▶️IKEHIKO Brand Introduction Video https://youtu.be/_Qg6yQ8B5ko ▶️IKEHIKO Artisan Spirit Video https://youtu.be/3ItgBTGquEE ▶️IKEHIKO Igusa Product Care Video https://youtu.be/aK4pp7FS5Fs 【About Igusa】 ※ Naturally grown Igusa has variations in color from root to stem to tip, and slight differences in color after dyeing. ※ Igusa woven products may appear differently under various lighting conditions; product photos capture only part of the details and are for reference during selection. ※ As a delicate plant fiber, Igusa may occasionally break during manufacturing and transport, a common phenomenon in Igusa products, not a defect. Broken parts can be trimmed with a nail cutter and smoothed with fingers. ※ Igusa has a unique subtle grass fragrance, which dissipates over time depending on the environment it's placed in. ※ Due to measuring tools and methods, there may be slight size discrepancies. 【Basic Care Instructions】 ※ As a natural plant fiber, Igusa's primary care principle is to 'keep away from moisture'. ※ For first-time use, wipe with a clean, dry cloth to remove any dust from the production process. ※ For Igusa woven products, use a vacuum cleaner in the direction of the weave for cleaning. ※ It's recommended to open windows weekly for fresh air, letting the Igusa fibers breathe. ※ If liquids like water, tea, or coffee are spilled, quickly absorb them with a dry cloth; salt can be sprinkled on the soaked area to absorb moisture, then vacuumed off, and finally brushed out in the weave direction. ※ If weather permits, hang in a cool, ventilated area to let the moisture in Igusa fibers dissipate. ※ For long-term storage, clean first, fold along Igusa fibers, and store in a dry, cool environment away from direct sunlight.