The Musubi Yumeji Takehisa Tsunagi Dango Furoshiki features rows of connected red and gray circles against a warm cream background. The bold geometric pattern has a clean, modern appearance, but its inspiration comes from the festive traditions and decorative arts of Kyoto.
Tsunagi dango means connected dumplings. Yumeji Takehisa originally created this repeating pattern for a book cover design. The linked circles recall traditional dumpling motifs as well as the round red lanterns displayed around Gion during the Miyako Odori spring dance performances. The combination creates a cheerful design associated with the elegance and excitement of springtime in Kyoto.
Yumeji Takehisa was an influential Japanese painter and graphic designer of the early 1900s. Although best known for his portraits, he was also a pioneer of Japanese commercial design and created artwork for books, postcards, textiles, and everyday objects. His designs combine Taisho era nostalgia with simple forms that continue to look fresh and distinctive today.
Made from 100% cotton, this furoshiki is durable, washable, and easy to tie. At approximately 90cm square, it is large enough to serve as a reusable shopping bag, travel organizer, picnic cloth, decorative table covering, or wrapping for boxes, clothing, and other larger gifts. The asymmetrical placement of the oversized circles allows the appearance of the pattern to change depending on how the cloth is folded and tied.
Musubi is the furoshiki brand of Yamada Sen-i, a Kyoto textile company founded in 1937. Musubi combines traditional Japanese wrapping culture with attractive designs made for practical everyday use.
Care Instructions: Hand wash gently and wash separately from other items since some color transfer may occur. Use a pressing cloth when ironing. Do not tumble dry.
Tsunagi dango means connected dumplings. Yumeji Takehisa originally created this repeating pattern for a book cover design. The linked circles recall traditional dumpling motifs as well as the round red lanterns displayed around Gion during the Miyako Odori spring dance performances. The combination creates a cheerful design associated with the elegance and excitement of springtime in Kyoto.
Yumeji Takehisa was an influential Japanese painter and graphic designer of the early 1900s. Although best known for his portraits, he was also a pioneer of Japanese commercial design and created artwork for books, postcards, textiles, and everyday objects. His designs combine Taisho era nostalgia with simple forms that continue to look fresh and distinctive today.
Made from 100% cotton, this furoshiki is durable, washable, and easy to tie. At approximately 90cm square, it is large enough to serve as a reusable shopping bag, travel organizer, picnic cloth, decorative table covering, or wrapping for boxes, clothing, and other larger gifts. The asymmetrical placement of the oversized circles allows the appearance of the pattern to change depending on how the cloth is folded and tied.
Musubi is the furoshiki brand of Yamada Sen-i, a Kyoto textile company founded in 1937. Musubi combines traditional Japanese wrapping culture with attractive designs made for practical everyday use.
Care Instructions: Hand wash gently and wash separately from other items since some color transfer may occur. Use a pressing cloth when ironing. Do not tumble dry.
- Brand: Musubi
- Maker: Yamada Sen-i
- Artist: Yumeji Takehisa
- Design: Tsunagi Dango
- Color: Red, Gray, and Cream
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Size: Approximately 90 x 90cm
- Washable: Yes
- Product Number: 21181-222
- JAN Code: 4515543245635
- Made in Japan
