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2026/09 Release KAWARASHOEN Handkerchief -Houou- [Japanese Pattern Series

Sale price¥3,300

We have recreated the patterns of Tang-style woven garments—which feature gold and ochre as their base colors, symbolizing authority and sacredness—on these handkerchiefs.
The patterns feature the “phoenix”—which has long been regarded as a symbol of good fortune and nobility—as well as “arabesque” and “floral” motifs.
The phoenix is a mythical bird said to appear only during times of peace under a virtuous ruler; since it is always depicted as a pair—male and female—it has long been cherished as a symbol of marital harmony, good matches, and prosperity.
Furthermore, the arabesque pattern—with its unbroken, stretching vines representing vitality and permanence—and the floral patterns reflecting the beauty of the four seasons intertwine to enhance the handkerchief’s elegance and refinement.
This garment, imbued with wishes for peace and prosperity, is befitting of a noble person.

The dyeing is done meticulously by hand using the “te-natsume” technique. The edges are carefully hand-sewn one by one—without the use of a sewing machine—to create a plump, three-dimensional roll.



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■About Gashōen: Gashōen
is a group led by Takuji Ueda of the Kanze School of Noh. Based in the picturesque Shukugawa area of Hyogo Prefecture, the group carries out various activities to help people of all generations become more familiar with Noh.
“Noh is a performing art that has continued uninterrupted for approximately 650 years. Through this collaboration, we hope to share the charm of ‘Noh,’ which has captivated people’s hearts for so long. We hope that many people will have the opportunity to experience Noh, a traditional Japanese culture,” said Takuji Ueda.

45 × 45 cm100% cottonMade in Japan

2026/09 Release KAWARASHOEN Handkerchief -Houou- [Japanese Pattern Series
2026/09 Release KAWARASHOEN Handkerchief -Houou- [Japanese Pattern Series Sale price¥3,300