Kyoto Double Gauze Handkerchief - Utagawa Kuniyoshi

【Kyoto Double Gauze Handkerchief】 Featuring auspicious motifs, this handkerchief is made from soft, skin-friendly double-layer gauze. It's gentle to the touch, highly absorbent, and perfect for daily use, as an accessory, or as a thoughtful gift. Proudly made in Japan for assured quality. 【Utagawa Kuniyoshi】 Utagawa Kuniyoshi was a leading ukiyo-e artist of the late Edo period, renowned for his innovative designs and imaginative concepts. His works possess a unique charm and are widely beloved. He was also a famous cat lover, creating numerous ukiyo-e prints featuring felines. Soma no Gunari Inspired by Santō Kyōden's *The Faithful Retainer*, this piece depicts a colossal skull exuding an eerie atmosphere, creating a truly striking image. Giant Whale The Giant Whale is depicted in a dynamic composition, illustrating Miyamoto Musashi bravely confronting the colossal creature. This is one of Kuniyoshi's representative works. Popular cat song Temari This artwork portrays the popular *kemari* (an acrobatic ball-kicking game) that was a sensation in Edo's Asakusa district at the time, but with cats as the performers, showcasing his affection for cats and his ingenious creativity. Cat Fan This ukiyo-e print is imbued with a fantastical ambiance, depicting the curious shadows of cats cast upon a fan, forming the images of a lion, a *horai* (a type of owl), and a *Hannya* mask. It highlights Kuniyoshi's mastery of the bizarre and his creative flair. Lots of cats This collection gathers numerous ukiyo-e designs by Kuniyoshi centered around cats, showcasing the unique style and humor of this cat-loving artist. It's an ideal choice for feline enthusiasts. Cat as word This piece cleverly combines cats to form Japanese kana characters, spelling out the names of different types of fish. This particular print is composed of "Octopus" (たこ) and "Pufferfish" (ふぐ). Can you spot them? 【Product Specifications】 Size: 32 x 89cm Material: Cotton Origin: Made in Japan 【Washing and Care Instructions】 ・Hand wash is recommended. If machine washing, please use a laundry net. ・Do not bleach or tumble dry, as this may cause fading and shrinkage. 【Precautions】 ※Items such as socks, handkerchiefs, towels, and scarves are personal wear. To protect consumer rights and for personal hygiene reasons, returns or exchanges are not accepted once sold. Please carefully check the size and style before purchasing. (Excluding cases of incorrect items or defects) ※The color of the product images may vary slightly due to differences in computer monitor settings. Please refer to the actual product color. If you have any questions, please contact customer service. ※The appreciation period is "not a trial period." Please inspect the product immediately upon receipt. If there are any defects, please take photos and notify us by phone, chat, or e-mail within 24 hours of arrival. We will do our utmost to assist you. ※If the product has been opened, used, or disassembled, resulting in a loss of completeness and resale value, it will affect your right to a return. ※We apologize for any inconvenience, but returns or exchanges cannot be made if the product is soiled, washed, has had its tags removed or damaged, or is missing accessories.