furoshiki

American  

[foo-roh shee-kee, foo-rah-, fur-] / ˌfu roʊ ˈʃi ki, fuˈrɑ-, ˈfɜr- /

noun

1. in Japanese culture, a piece of cloth, often with a decorative print, traditionally used to wrap gifts or carry things.

2. the Japanese practice or art of attractively wrapping gifts and other items in a piece of cloth.

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Example Sentences

Centuries ago, Japan elevated the practice of wrapping gifts with fabric, known as furoshiki, into an art form.

From New York Times

Speaking to The Times, Kensuke Kawamura and Ayano Hasui, both of the furoshiki manufacturer Yamada Sen-i, shared their tips for wrapping, reusing and gifting furoshiki.

From New York Times

Since ancient times, Japanese people have used a simple square cloth called a furoshiki to wrap and carry everything.

From Seattle Times

In today’s environment of maximizing use and minimizing waste, the furoshiki is making a strong come back.

From Seattle Times

Both she and Ozawa like the Japanese tradition of furoshiki, in which gifts are elegantly wrapped in cloth.

From Seattle Times