I am grateful for this video.. Second and last designs are exactly what I am looking for. I do a type of fly fishing that originated in Japan and has moved to the US and around the world. It is called "tenkara." Traditionally used by early Japanese village fisherman. It has been modernized but remains simple in form. I am going to be using these larger bag designs (field testing) in the mountain fishing that I do to carry my lunch and other accessories. I can imagine village fishermen using this kind of wrap to carry their gear in as well as their catch. I only do catch and release though. I love what you taught me today.
Thank you so much Dennis, I'm very happy to hear that this will be helpful for you. I don't do fishing myself, but I do use furoshiki when hiking, to wrap lunch or a change of clothes!
I swear to god, Japanese always fold everything, EVERYTHING is folded and twisted and wrapped 😄😅 That is so artistic and fascinating as to the origins of all that. Everything is so full of art and meaning, truly magical 🔮. Thank you for explaining it all so beautifully 💜 it is also so lovely that the wrap goes back to the gift bearer. I just ordered my first Furoshiki and very excited!!! Is it possible to wear Furoshiki as headband or scarf or is it very non traditional?
Congratulations on your work. I am a clothing designer. I work with vintage textiles. Mostly vintage kimono silk . I gravitate towards prints that are timeless and could be from anywhere in the world in a way of finding similarities within cultures (I work and live in México). I am wondering if you could point out a source or share some light on prints and graphics in SILK kimonos and printing methods commonly used. How to spot the different techniques and mostly how to differentiate between handmade and industrial made silk which nonetheless is still important as it represent a cultural and economic momentum between craftsmanship and availability of products to cater a wider audience. If there is such a thing like an “accessible” silk kimono option mass produced? I am researching a fabric to know more about its story and how can I transfer that story into the final garment and I can’t tell whether it’s been hand painted or if it’s an industrial printed version of a handcrafted product . Thank you.
One rule of thumb is that prints weren't really handmade so much as embroidery was used for the finished product when done by hand. Ink or paint on the silk was a guideline for the embroidery. The only exception I know of is master wavers and tapestry makers. I am uncertain in what year or era that changed so you'll have to ask a specialized historian from Japan for further details. I mostly just dabble in odd facts.
I didn’t know that you have to return the furoshiki you’ve received! Is there a customary period to return it to the giver? What if you don’t see each other often? Is it much better then to use gift wrapping paper instead if you’re giving it to someone who might not be able to return your furoshiki?
That's more of an older tradition for when people are giving gifts to their neighbors in their village. These days I don't think anybody would expect to get it back!
Good question Connie! Furoshiki come in all different materials. We use cotton, because it is soft and comfortable, as well as durable, washable, and not as expensive as silk. You can find some here: shop.japanobjects.com/collections/furoshiki
I don't know why more of the esthetics of Japan are not commonly known, appreciated or used in other countries. It's all so calming and a beautiful piece of art to have with you.
What a beautiful tradition! Such an artful way to remove plastic from our environment. Thank you for sharing, this is a very nice tutorial!
Thank you very much, I'm glad you found it useful!
Thank you!
I came here to learn furoshiki, but now I want to learn how to style my hair like yours! Beautiful!!
I like the shoulder bag & backpack furoshiki
I am grateful for this video.. Second and last designs are exactly what I am looking for. I do a type of fly fishing that originated in Japan and has moved to the US and around the world. It is called "tenkara." Traditionally used by early Japanese village fisherman. It has been modernized but remains simple in form. I am going to be using these larger bag designs (field testing) in the mountain fishing that I do to carry my lunch and other accessories. I can imagine village fishermen using this kind of wrap to carry their gear in as well as their catch. I only do catch and release though. I love what you taught me today.
Thank you so much Dennis, I'm very happy to hear that this will be helpful for you. I don't do fishing myself, but I do use furoshiki when hiking, to wrap lunch or a change of clothes!
Thanks so much for sharing. That's what I was looking for wrap a present.
It's the best way to go further with 3R... Reduce. Recycle. Reuse.
unique ecofriendly and econimical
Love this!
Thank you so much Amanda!
The Japanese are so clever and resourceful- I adore this and will be implementing this in my life for less waste.
A very lovely and pleasant video! Очень appreciate!
Thank you cool video
Lovely! 😍😍👏🏻
I swear to god, Japanese always fold everything, EVERYTHING is folded and twisted and wrapped 😄😅 That is so artistic and fascinating as to the origins of all that.
Everything is so full of art and meaning, truly magical 🔮.
Thank you for explaining it all so beautifully 💜 it is also so lovely that the wrap goes back to the gift bearer.
I just ordered my first Furoshiki and very excited!!!
Is it possible to wear Furoshiki as headband or scarf or is it very non traditional?
Super
Thank you! Do you wear a scirt or a trousers?Are there trousers for woman?
Congratulations on your work. I am a clothing designer. I work with vintage textiles. Mostly vintage kimono silk . I gravitate towards prints that are timeless and could be from anywhere in the world in a way of finding similarities within cultures (I work and live in México). I am wondering if you could point out a source or share some light on prints and graphics in SILK kimonos and printing methods commonly used. How to spot the different techniques and mostly how to differentiate between handmade and industrial made silk which nonetheless is still important as it represent a cultural and economic momentum between craftsmanship and availability of products to cater a wider audience. If there is such a thing like an “accessible” silk kimono option mass produced? I am researching a fabric to know more about its story and how can I transfer that story into the final garment and I can’t tell whether it’s been hand painted or if it’s an industrial printed version of a handcrafted product . Thank you.
One rule of thumb is that prints weren't really handmade so much as embroidery was used for the finished product when done by hand. Ink or paint on the silk was a guideline for the embroidery. The only exception I know of is master wavers and tapestry makers. I am uncertain in what year or era that changed so you'll have to ask a specialized historian from Japan for further details. I mostly just dabble in odd facts.
I didn’t know that you have to return the furoshiki you’ve received! Is there a customary period to return it to the giver? What if you don’t see each other often? Is it much better then to use gift wrapping paper instead if you’re giving it to someone who might not be able to return your furoshiki?
That's more of an older tradition for when people are giving gifts to their neighbors in their village. These days I don't think anybody would expect to get it back!
Thank you. One thing I'd love to know is what type of material is the cloth? It does not appear to be silk but perhaps I am wrong?
Good question Connie! Furoshiki come in all different materials. We use cotton, because it is soft and comfortable, as well as durable, washable, and not as expensive as silk. You can find some here: shop.japanobjects.com/collections/furoshiki
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It's the same size as a shemagh, how do you like that?
For baby version use bandana
That would also work!
I don't know why more of the esthetics of Japan are not commonly known, appreciated or used in other countries. It's all so calming and a beautiful piece of art to have with you.
I recently purchased 3 beautiful kimonos. Would it be disrespectful to Japanese culture to wear them unwrapped with jeans underneath?