【Japanese Shimenawa】 Ho Nian Platinum | New Year | Oshogatsu Decor

Shimenawa ・Shimenawa are woven rice straw decorations from Japanese rice culture, symbolizing the welcoming of a new year, good fortune, and protection against evil. Traditionally, they are hung at the entrance or doorways from New Year's Day to invite the Toshi-gami (New Year's deity) to bring blessings and ward off misfortune. ・Gold, silver, red, and white mizuhiki cords are colors used in Japan for New Year's blessings. Knots are typically made with odd numbers like 3, 5, or 7, symbolizing that the bonds formed will not be divided. However, in modern designs, even numbers may also be used depending on the design concept and purpose of the blessing. **| Ho Nian Platinum Shimenawa |** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51816899299_2fa053ea1d.jpg ・With a golden knot and twelve red mizuhiki cords, it signifies a year of fulfillment and joy. ・Adorned with white ferns symbolizing honesty and purity, red berries representing the continuation of descendants, and bountiful rice ears, it promises you a year of platinum radiance! ・The shimenawa comes with a small hanging loop, allowing for versatile placement at any angle. Decorate your new year with ease and personal style. **| Size |** S size: H23×W17cm (±2cm) L size: H35×W25cm (±2cm) **| Main Materials |** Rice ears, Pyracantha berries, Goldenrod, Job's tears, Ferns **| Gift Options |** ・An optional long "one-stroke" wish tag can be added. If you require handwritten personalization, please specify the text content in your order notes. (Recommended not to exceed 20 Chinese characters or 35 English words; longer texts will be printed in bold.) **| Delivery Methods |** **・Dried floral arrangements can be picked up in person, shipped via convenience store pickup, S.F. Express, home delivery, or courier.** ・In-person pickup is free. Meetups are available around Nanjing Fuxing MRT station; please message us for arrangements. ・For urgent requests or to minimize the risk of damage, please select courier delivery for addresses within Taipei City and New Taipei City. For other counties and cities, please choose home delivery. ・If you have any questions regarding delivery methods, please message us in advance with your address to confirm delivery status and fees. **| Notes |** About the Shimenawa ・To facilitate packaging, the ends of the mizuhiki cords will be bent during shipment. They will naturally hang down once straightened for display. If the curve is too pronounced or the cords get tangled with berries or the shimenawa itself, gently smooth them in the intended direction. ・The shimenawa is woven from natural rice straw. Occasional knots or short protruding straw ends are normal natural occurrences and may not exactly match the photo. ・It is recommended to hang the shimenawa in a dry, well-ventilated area after receiving it. When preserved well in a dry state, it can last for one to two years or more. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52466937322_87dcbf797c.jpg About the Product: ・If you have specific requests for packaging or card colors, please contact us via private message after placing your order. If no contact is received, the designer will make the selections. ・Dried flowers naturally shed small fragments. Minor shedding of leaves during transit is normal and does not affect the overall appearance. If the item arrives severely damaged, please take a photo and contact the shop; we will confirm and process a solution for you as soon as possible.