Furoshiki Araiso / Asano-Ha

On the other hand, if furoshiki wrapping is part of gift given to recipient, he or she may choose to use furoshiki to wrap a gift of his or her own in the future, thus continuing furoshiki's life as a gift deliverer.

Furoshiki can be used in many ways: pocket square, gift wrap, handbag, shopping bag, wine bottle cover, scarf, belt, shawl, tablecloth... Design on this Araiso / Asano-ha furoshiki have a special meaning.

Fish pattern is called “Araiso”. Fish woven into this pattern is a carp. Carp has been considered a lucky fish since ancient times. It is said that a carp swims up the river to dragon's gate and is eventually reborn as a large dragon.

This is a symbol of success. Asano-ha is the hemp leaf. Hemp leaf motif is a geometric pattern of overlapping hexagons inspired by hemp leaves. Hemp leaf symbolizes a powerful life force because it grows quickly; in the past, it was drawn on children's maternity clothes to pray that they would grow up strong and healthy.

Like hexagram, hexagon is believed to have power to ward off evil.