{"product_id":"furoshiki-ume-zukushi-gross","title":"Furoshiki \"Ume Zukushi\" (Large)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbundance of Plum Blossoms – the First Sign of Spring in Red and Blue\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cheerful Furoshiki is called \u003cstrong\u003e大布 梅 UME づくし (Ōfu Ume Zukushi)\u003c\/strong\u003e – \"Large Cloth, Plum Blossom Collection\". The design celebrates the \u003cstrong\u003eUme (梅)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Japanese plum, whose blossoms traditionally announce the arrival of spring in Japan – often while snow is still on the ground and before the cherry blossoms appear. The motif features an all-over, lively interplay of stylized Ume blossoms in vibrant red and contrasting navy blue, complemented by delicate star and ray motifs. A distinctive blue border frames the composition, lending the cloth its finished, elegant character. In Japanese symbolism, the plum blossom stands for \u003cstrong\u003eperseverance, hope, and new beginnings\u003c\/strong\u003e – qualities it has earned by daring to bloom even in the cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Advantages at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Size for Many Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for larger gifts, bottles, as a tote bag with knots (with our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/furoshiki-ledergriffe-braun\"\u003eleather handles\u003c\/a\u003e in three colors, even an elegant handbag) or as a decorative accent at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured Fabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/glossar\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecotton shantung\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is grippy, knots reliably, and gives the fabric a high-quality texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable Instead of Disposable:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Furoshiki can be used again and again – aesthetics meets sustainable packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e▸ \u003cstrong\u003eHow do I tie a Furoshiki into a tote bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can learn the classic knotting techniques \"Bin Tsutsumi\" (for bottles) or \"Otsukai Tsutsumi\" (as a tote bag) in just a few minutes. With our leather handles, the cloth even becomes an elegant handbag – available in three colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e▸ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I wash the Furoshiki?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes – machine washing up to 40 °C is easily possible. Do not use fabric softener to maintain the textured structure of the cotton shantung.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e▸ \u003cstrong\u003eIs the cloth really more sustainable than gift wrap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignificantly. A single Furoshiki replaces hundreds of single-use packages over its lifetime. Made from 100% cotton, plastic-free, and compostable at the end of its life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eManufactured by \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/hamamonyo-japanische-handwerkskunst\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHAMAMONYO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, in Yokohama since 1948. The combination of high-quality \u003cstrong\u003ecotton shantung\u003c\/strong\u003e, meticulous craftsmanship, and detailed design makes this Furoshiki a long-lasting companion.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hamamonyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57410376237404,"sku":"15212","price":34.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/3693\/8076\/files\/11738176_1000.jpg?v=1779194409","url":"https:\/\/japan-essence.com\/en\/products\/furoshiki-ume-zukushi-gross","provider":"Japan Essence","version":"1.0","type":"link"}