Fujin Raijin Chirimen Furoshiki 27 in MATERIAL_Lacquer it achieves a seamless gradation

it achieves a seamless gradation of blue

representing the prosperity of future generations

or snacks during meals and tea time

Its size and shape are ideal for presenting appetizers

while the natural motifs convey the warmth of hand-painting

Fujin Raijin Chirimen Furoshiki 27 in MATERIAL_Lacquer it achieves a seamless gradationThe depiction of Fujin (the wind god) and Raijin (the thunder god) on this furoshiki wrapping cloth is among the masterpieces of Tawaraya Sotatsu, a renowned painter of the Edo period (16031868 CE). Since ancient times, people in Japan have believed that the wind blows and thunder rumbles because of the presence of these two gods in the sky between heaven and earth. It is believed that the wind and thunder gods are beneficial for victory and business