Reversible Furoshiki (Plum Blossom) 48x48cm

This size can be used in various everyday situations such as lunch box wrappers, tissue covers, diary covers, and handkerchiefs.

This double-sided furoshiki is dyed using the traditional stencil dyeing technique called Isa monyo.  Two side is the same pattern but different colour which we have been enjoying wrapping our gifts with. Each pattern has its own meaning of auspiciousness.

Plum Blossom

Plum blossoms have long been popular loved as a pattern of congratulations, as they bloom ahead of other flowers in early spring. It is also said to symbolize "integrity," "perseverance," and "success in life" because of its dignified and rich fragrance in the midst of severe cold.

What's Furoshiki

Furoshiki is a square piece of cloth or fabric traditionally used to wrap and or to transport items for over a thousand years in Japan. The first furoshiki was used during the Nara period (AD 710 to 794). While the name has changed, the form has been handed down without much change. It is a traditional Japanese cultural item created by the thoughtful wisdom of the Japanese people.  

Furoshiki usage declined in the post-war period, in large part due to the proliferation of paper and plastic bags available to shoppers. In recent years, however, it has seen a renewed interest as environmental protection has become a greater concern. 

Nowadays, Furoshiki is used in many different ways. You can wrap and tie each corner to suit the size and shape of the contents within. In this way, it is very useful to carry items. It also has become increasingly popular for gift wrapping.  

It is light, compact, washable and reusable. It can be used in so many ways!!
We can’t wait to share all our ideas of how to use them with you. Furoshiki will become a MUST have in your sustainable living lifestyle.

Made by Yamada-Sen-i 

Yamada sen-i Co. was founded in 1937 as a manufacturer of  Furoshiki. The company has produced hundreds of different  Furoshiki using various dying and weaving techniques and has been focusing on promoting the use of Furoshiki in everyday life.

The name of its Furoshiki brand “MUSUBI” comes from “born(生す/musu)” and “beauty(美/bi)” in Japanese. Additionally, “MUSUBI” means “a knot” and “to tie” MUSUBI produce and sell hundreds of different Furoshiki using various dying and weaving techniques such as double-sided dying.