Pink Plum Blossom Washi Paper Place Mats DESIGN_Ko-Kutani or as a thoughtful gift

or as a thoughtful gift for those who appreciate Japanese culture and distinctive craftsmanship

is shaped like a plum blossom

while the cats’ curled-up poses add an adorable touch

on the covers of Japanese passports

The result is a soft

Pink Plum Blossom Washi Paper Place Mats DESIGN_Ko-Kutani or as a thoughtful giftThis place mat is made of Tosa Washi Paper and has a plum blossom pattern. Plum blossoms have been a favorite flower in Japan for a long time, and are a motif often used in kimonos and tableware. The plum blossoms are considered to be auspicious, as they are the first to bloom as soon as the cold winter has passed, making people feel happy and announcing the beginning of the new season. This Washi paper has a double structure, and the Washi paper with