Tenugui (Kiri) stripe Cats have long held a

Cats have long held a special place in Japanese life and culture

This tenugui features an elegant karakusa (arabesque) pattern inspired by Ko-Imari—the classic Imari ware porcelain from the Edo period

with branches gracefully arching toward the ground like willow trees

" this tradition hails from the early March ritual of using paper dolls to pray for health and well-being

It's double-sided

Tenugui (Kiri) stripe Cats have long held aDescription With its elegantly shaped leaves and delicate clusters of purple flowers, the paulownia treeknown as 'kiri' in Japanesehas long been cherished as a symbol of dignity, good fortune, and prosperity. Traditionally planted to celebrate the birth of a daughter and used to craft her wedding chest years later, kiri holds a special place in Japanese life. It is also featured in the emblem of the Japanese government, representing authority and