A heartfelt gift "Kurashiki Temari"
Appealing with its gentle colors and rustic charm

Kurashiki Temari are appealing for their gentle colors and rustic charm, which make the most of natural materials. The patterns have a soft tone and a comforting, unpretentious feel, blending well with modern living.

Place a Kurashiki Temari in your palm, and you'll naturally smile—such is the loveliness of "Kurashiki Temari."

Hare to Kurasu's original [Kurashiki Temari] are available as wonderful gifts for various occasions, featuring three auspicious patterns passed down from ancient times.

They come with a stand cut from a single piece of wood, making them easy to display as a special gift.
Furthermore, they can be customized with [Hana-Kamon (flower crests), names, and dates of birth].

These stylish and thoughtful gifts are perfect for yourself, but also for a wide range of occasions such as baby showers, wedding celebrations, housewarmings, or longevity celebrations like Koki (70th birthday) and Kanreki (60th birthday), which wish for health and long life, sure to be cherished by all.

Please choose them for your loved ones.
　

Hare to Kurasu's [Kurashiki Temari]

Hare to Kurasu's original [Kurashiki Temari] combines auspicious patterns passed down from ancient times,
offering wonderful gifts tailored to various occasions.

[Pattern: Suzu (Bell)]

The "bell pattern" is one of Japan's traditional designs, a warm pattern that combines the adorable, round shape of a bell with the gentle wishes it embodies. With its soft sound, it is an auspicious motif symbolizing happiness and warding off evil.

1. Symbol of warding off evil and protection

Bells have been considered sacred sound-producing tools since ancient times. The sound of bells used in shrines is believed to have the power to exorcise evil spirits and invite pure energy. Therefore, the bell motif carries the meaning of "warding off evil" and "protection from misfortune."

2. Gentle sound = Sign of bringing happiness

The soft, echoing sound of a bell has been considered a sound that attracts happiness, as in "a sound that calls for good fortune" and "a sound that soothes the human heart." For this reason, the bell pattern also represents wishes such as "may good things come" and "may happiness quietly resonate."

3. Pattern wishing for healthy growth of children

The bell pattern is often used on babies' and children's clothing and accessories, such as on kimono for Omiyamairi (shrine visit for a newborn) and first kimonos. This is because it embodies a desire for protection from evil and healthy growth.
　

　
Bells have been used in shrines since ancient times, and their sound is said to have the power to "purify" and "exorcise," calming the mind and purifying spaces.

Moreover, the sight of a rolling bell is imbued with the meaning of "may things proceed smoothly" and "may each day pass brightly and lightly." As an auspicious motif that "invites good fortune" and "resonates with luck," it has often been used for charms and babies' first kimonos.

Especially suitable as a gift for children's milestone celebrations such as baby showers, Shichi-Go-San, and Hatsu-zekku.
Additionally, besides being a charm against evil and for protection, the sound of bells, which signals events, is also favored as a motif to bless and protect anniversaries and milestone celebrations.
Since many people find healing in the sound of bells, it is also chosen as a gift with the sentiment, "May you live a peaceful life."

Japanese color "Tokiwa"

— A deep green melody celebrating eternity —

In Japan, there are thousands of greens that vary with each season.
From the fresh greens of spring to the young grasses of early summer, the deep green of midsummer, and then on to the deep green of autumn—the transition is like the rhythm of life itself.

"Tokiwa" is a word that means something unchanging, something constant.
Tokiwagi refers to evergreen trees like pines and cedars that do not shed their leaves even in winter. Tokiwa-iro (Tokiwa color) is a traditional Japanese color that reflects the deep, calm green of such evergreen trees.

🌲"Unchanging love"
🌲"Eternal prosperity"
🌲"Connection of life"
These meanings are embedded in it, and it has been considered an auspicious color, a color of celebration and prayer, since ancient times.

In Shinto rituals, tokiwa trees are used as yorishiro (objects housing spirits), and sakaki (a sacred tree) and pine offered to the gods are also considered to invite pure energy through their tokiwa green. This green was not just a natural color, but also a symbol of sacred permanence.

　

Amidst Japan's rich greenery

The tokiwa color contained within the temari will become a "guardian of time," watching over cherished people and places with an unchanging sentiment that transcends time.

Easy to gift and display as a special present!
Comes with a stand cut from a single piece of oak wood◎

Perfect for celebratory events
Includes "name engraving"
and "message engraving"◎

You can engrave a name, date of birth, Hana-Kamon (flower crest),
or any preferred text on the front space.

《 Name, Date of Birth, Hana-Kamon 》
Supports Kanji, Hiragana, Katakana, and Roman characters.
The character limit is 8 characters, but please note that if the number of characters increases, the name will become smaller.
　


　《 Custom text 》

Approximately 10 characters for Japanese, and 15 characters for alphabet can be engraved.

You can engrave your desired message on the bottom surface of the base.

For baby showers, longevity, weddings, or birthday gifts. You can engrave messages like "Congratulations," "Thank you," or words wishing for future happiness, directly conveying your feelings.

*Approximately 100 characters can be engraved on the bottom of the stand.

*Alphabetical text will be engraved in a cursive font.
*The size and placement of the text will be adjusted by our store for good balance, depending on the number of characters and content.
*Symbols and special characters (emojis, platform-dependent characters, etc.) may not be engravable. Thank you for your understanding in advance.
*Changes or cancellations to engraving content cannot be accepted after an order is placed. Please ensure the content is correct when entering it.　

Kurashiki Temari are characterized by their folk art beauty, natural material feel, and handmade warmth. They can be displayed formally in an entryway or casually on a desk or shelf, making them versatile for any space or atmosphere. This flexibility in display is a wonderful advantage.

Notes on Kurashiki Temari

Kurashiki Temari are handcrafted with care, one by one. There are slight differences in the texture of the materials, the tension of the threads, and the appearance of the patterns, each giving them a unique personality. We hope you will enjoy them with the following points in mind:
● Each temari is handmade, so there may be slight individual differences in color, pattern, and shape.　
● If natural materials or naturally dyed threads are used, the color may change over time. Please enjoy this as part of its unique character.　
● They are vulnerable to strong force, impact, and water, so please handle with care.
● Storing in direct sunlight for long periods may cause fading. Please enjoy it in a place not exposed to direct sunlight. Temari's charm lies in its handcrafted warmth and the unique expressions found in its small differences. We hope you will gently cherish the character of each temari.

Folk art nurtured in Kurashiki, a city of culture

Kurashiki Temari were born from a fascination with "Higo Mari," a traditional craft from Kumamoto. Higo Mari are vibrant and highly skilled temari that create intricate geometric patterns with colorful threads. Kurashiki Temari were elevated into a rustic and gentle expression suitable for the Kurashiki region by a creator deeply moved by their beauty.

The charm of Kurashiki Temari lies in their serene presence and rustic, warm texture.

Known as a "city of beauty" with numerous museums and craft centers, Kurashiki's cultural landscape has supported the craftsmanship of Kurashiki Temari, allowing them to slowly and carefully flourish.
　

Carefully handcrafted "Kurashiki Temari"

Kurashiki Temari are carefully handcrafted one by one.　　
　

　
First, the core is made from traditional rice husks. This is then wrapped in paper and shaped into a ball. To stabilize the core, it is wound repeatedly with thread to create a round and resilient shape.


To achieve the "Kurashiki Temari" aesthetic, we use cotton threads dyed ourselves.
　

　≫Okayama Folk Art [Kurashiki Temari] collection≪