Green Cat and Birds Furoshiki 17.7 in MATERIAL_Stoneware The Shugu series was also

The Shugu series was also created after many discussions with Yoshida Moritaka

Kumiko is a woodworking technique in which wood is assembled without using nails

represents nobility

chopstick rests are an indispensable element for an authentic table setting

This blue and white medium bowl features a hand-painted arabesque pattern

Green Cat and Birds Furoshiki 17.7 in MATERIAL_Stoneware The Shugu series was alsoA Japanese furoshiki wrapping cloth is designed by the stencil dyeing artist unit "Kata Kata". This furoshiki is eye catching with its colorful patterns and auspicious motifs like black cats and birds. In pre modern Japan, the black cat was called fukuneko (meaning lucky cat) and was considered a symbol of protection from evil, good luck, and prosperity. On the other hand, the bird, one of the signs of the Chinese zodiac, is said to "bring a flood of