Kimono Drawstring Bag for Good Fortune, Cherry Blossom Pattern, Medium Size

<A Unique Beauty That Brings You Happiness> In the past, when people living in Watari, Miyagi Prefecture, gave gifts, they would place them in a "bag" tailored from leftover scraps of old kimonos. For example, it might have been a 1.8-liter bottle of rice given as a celebration or a return gift. There was no set name, and "fukuro" (bag) was slurred into "fuguro." "FUGURO" is a remake that recreates this traditional custom. The materials are kimono fabrics with auspicious patterns, carefully selected from thousands of pieces sleeping in chests. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted, with a heartfelt wish for the happiness of the person who receives it. We deliver a unique beauty that brings you happiness, embodying the elegant custom of wrapping and gifting precious items, and sewing gratitude into our products. Two colors of thread are used, matching the colors of the outer and inner fabrics. Please enjoy the beautiful stitching that is pleasing to the eye. <A Gift of Japan> As the material is kimono fabric, a symbol of Japanese culture, our products are often taken overseas as souvenirs of Japan or given as gifts to foreign visitors. They are compact and convenient to carry. An explanatory booklet with both Japanese and English text is included. <Auspicious Patterns as a Symbol of Happiness> These auspicious patterns, used as "symbols of happiness," are auspicious and understanding the meanings of Japanese patterns connects us to the profound depths of Japanese culture inherited from ancient times. <Cherry Blossom Pattern> "Abundant Harvest," "Prayer for Beauty," "Wealth and Prosperity" Cherry blossoms were believed to house the god of rice, and the condition of their blooming predicted the harvest of the year. [Size] Height 27.5cm x Width 26cm x Gusset 6cm [Material] Outer fabric: Kimono fabric / Inner fabric: Cotton, etc. <Let's Contribute to Clothing Upcycling Together> WATALIS has collected and remade over 12 tons of old kimono fabrics to date. By picking up our creations, kimono fabrics that have been sleeping in chests across the country find a new purpose. We are active with gratitude towards our customers who help us expand the cycle of upcycling together. We introduce our regional resource upcycling initiatives in a video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgrpvHXTt6Q <Notes on Purchase> * As all items are handmade, please understand that each piece is unique and may vary slightly in size, shape, and pattern. * In rare cases, if we obtain high-quality kimono fabric, we may produce multiple items from the same fabric. Please note that the pattern may differ slightly from the photo due to the cutting position of the fabric. * Please understand that the color and texture may appear different from the actual product on your screen. If you have any concerns, please contact us or refrain from purchasing. * As the kimono fabrics used as materials are often used and their composition is not specified, we often cannot identify the material. We thoroughly inspect and process the fabrics, including washing, before remaking them. Please handle with care as some fabrics may fade or shrink when wet. * As we also sell on other sites, please forgive us if the item is out of stock.