Japanese Vintage Handkerchief - Rabbits, Susuki Grass & Bellflowers 17x17 inches

This vintage Japanese furoshiki handkerchief is crafted from thick cotton and features a charming seasonal design. White rabbits play happily in different adorable poses, leaping and relaxing among flowing streams, fields of susuki grass, and delicate bellflowers, accented with touches of golden detail. The composition beautifully reflects the Japanese spirit of autumn, where nature, flowers, and small creatures are celebrated for their fleeting beauty. A unique and versatile textile - perfect for use as a handkerchief, display, or as a collectible piece of Japanese folk art. ♡ A wonderful gift for nature and folklore lovers, or a special addition to your vintage collection. Note: ♡ The rabbit is a symbol of cleverness and self-devotion, and appears in myths but it is also associated with longevity, fertility, good luck, creativity. Note: ♡ Rabbit in the Japanese legendary. The legend of the Japanese people believes, there was a pair of rabbits on the moon. They are helping grandparents who live on the moon pound the flour to make mochi. One night, the Man on the Moon came down to earth disguised as a beggar. He chanced upon a Fox, a Monkey, and a Rabbit (usagi) and asked for some food. The Fox brought him fish from a stream, and the Monkey brought fruit from the trees, but the Rabbit could only offer grass. So he told the beggar to build a fire, and when it was built, threw himself onto the flames to offer himself to the Man. Amazed by the Rabbit's generosity, the beggar transformed back into the Man on the Moon and pulled the Rabbit from the fire. To honor the Rabbit's kindness, the Man on the Moon carried the Rabbit back to the moon to live with him. Now, if you look at the full moon, you can see the outline of the Rabbit pounding mochi on the moon. Note: Rabbit is the fourth in the 12-year cycle of the Japanese zodiac signs. The Years of the Rabbit include 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023. As rabbits live peacefully in groups, this symbol represents “well-being of a family”. It also represents “great progress in business” because of the way they leap forward. Material: Quality cotton. Style: Rabbits print Measurement: 17 x 17 inches. Condition: Clean and good vintage condition. ♡ Please feel free contact me if you have any questions. I will service you fully. Enjoy shopping :)