This listing is for a vintage Japanese furoshiki - a very handy, sturdy, multi-use wrapping cloth used in Japan.  A folded furoshiki can also be easily carried in a purse or backpack to provide a makeshift carrier for groceries or purchases.

This vintage furoshiki is a burst of cheerful color. Beautiful bold marigold yellow cotton with stylized characters near one corner. The gourd shaped motif contains writing that translates to "snack wrap", a charming nod to its original purpose for presenting sweets or food gifts. Soft, lightweight cotton that is easy to tie when wrapping. 

34.5" x 36.5"

Artistic furoshiki (often silk) are traditionally used as gift wrap but also make creative wall or table displays. Furoshiki in solid colors or with printed patterns (often cotton or rayon) are more casual versions used for shopping, transporting goods, or storing items at home. These days furoshiki are popular as upcycled grocery totes or to carry whatever we used to carry in a non-recyclable plastic bag.