furoshiki

[foo-roh shee-kee, foo-rah-, fur-]

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.

Example Sentences

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

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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.

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

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

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

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