Mini Furoshiki 50cmx50cm | Japanese Rice
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Perfect size for wrapping lunch boxes or mason jars. Also great for decorating walls in small spaces such as bathrooms and hallways.
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The Art of Yokohama Nassen
Each Hamamonyo textile is created with Yokohama Nassen, a traditional dyeing method born over 120 years ago in the port city of Yokohama.
Blending Japanese artistry with Western printing techniques, skilled artisans hand-print each color layer with millimeter precision, then steam, wash, and dry the fabric to reveal vivid, lasting hues.
Made with soft natural cotton (wasarashi), every piece combines time-honored craftsmanship and modern design, bringing the gentle beauty of Japanese tradition into everyday life.
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.
Hamamonyo: Playful Patterns from Yokohama
Founded in 1948, Hamamonyo uses Yokohama”s traditional Nassen dying technique to create textiles inspired by seasons and cultures in Japan. Their designs are playful, original, with careful attention to colour and pattern.
Their furoshiki feature vibrant, layered colors on high-quality cotton shantung, with subtle textures and a glossy finish. Sizes like 50 cm × 50 cm are perfect for wrapping bento boxes or everyday items.
Versatile and stylish, their designs fit both Japanese and Western aesthetics, making them ideal for decor, wrapping, or creative everyday use.




