Kimono Drawstring Bag, A Drawstring Bag That Brings Happiness

<A unique beauty that brings you happiness, one of a kind in the world> In the past, when people living in Watari, Miyagi Prefecture, gave gifts, they would place them in a "bag" made from remnants of old kimonos. For example, it might have been a measure of rice given as a celebration or a return gift. It had no set name and was called "fukuro" (bag), which was slurred into "fuguro." "FUGURO" is a remake that reproduces this age-old custom. The material used is exquisite kimono fabric with auspicious patterns, carefully selected from thousands of pieces that have been sleeping in wardrobes. Each piece is meticulously finished by hand, with a heartfelt wish for the happiness of the person who receives it. We deliver a unique beauty that brings you happiness, sewing feelings of gratitude and the graceful custom of wrapping and gifting precious items into our products. <A symbol of happiness: Auspicious patterns> Auspicious patterns used as "symbols of happiness" and understanding the meanings of Japanese patterns connect us to the profound depths of Japanese culture passed down from ancient times. <Pine Pattern> "Longevity," "Marital Bliss." The tree, said to live for a thousand years, symbolizes longevity, and its evergreen leaves represent purity, making the pine a tree of good omen. <Chrysanthemum Pattern> "Longevity," "Prayer for Rejuvenation," "Prayer for Health." Chrysanthemums were believed to have anti-aging properties and were used medicinally. It is considered the king of a hundred herbs and a flower of good omen for longevity. <Japanese Gifts> As the material is kimono fabric, a symbol of Japanese culture, our products are also used as souvenirs when taken overseas or as gifts for international visitors. They are compact and convenient to carry. An accompanying product description in both Japanese and English is included. <Versatile Uses> Use it as a bag-in-bag, or as a small pouch for keys and supplements. Pack your favorite snacks for a refreshing break at the office. Decorate your living room as an interior accent. It's enjoyable to think of various ways to use it. Depending on the user's ideas, it can be enjoyed for many different purposes. It can also be used as a reversible item. <The Joy of Gazing, The Pleasure of Collecting> The kimono fabric with its auspicious patterns, a delight to the eyes, is an item that brings images of happiness just by gazing at it. By collecting your favorite pieces, you can enjoy creating your own personal gallery. [Material] Outer fabric: Kimono fabric / Lining: Cotton, etc. [Size] Height 19.5cm x Width 16cm x Gusset 4cm <Let's contribute to clothing upcycling together> WATALIS has collected and remade over 12 tons of old kimono fabric to date. By purchasing our products, kimono fabrics that have been sleeping in wardrobes across the country are given a new role. We are active with gratitude towards our customers who help us expand the circle of upcycling. We introduce our regional resource upcycling efforts in a video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgrpvHXTt6Q <Notes on Purchase> * As all items are handmade, please understand that each piece is unique and may have slight variations in size, shape, and pattern. * In rare cases, if we obtain kimono fabric in excellent condition, we may produce multiple items from the same fabric. Please note that the pattern placement may differ slightly from the photo depending on the cutting position of the fabric. * Please be aware that the color and texture may appear different from the actual product on your screen. If you have any concerns, please contact us or refrain from purchasing. * As the kimono fabric used is often secondhand and may not have labels, the materials cannot always be identified. Furthermore, the fabric is thoroughly inspected, washed, and processed before being remade. Depending on the fabric, there may be color fading or shrinkage when wet, so please handle with great care. * As we also sell on other sites, please forgive us in case of a sell-out.