{"product_id":"250924-1","title":"[Pre-order]Shimekazari \"Kōjin\" for Kitchen \/ Rice straw \/ Tokyo-JPN 250924-1","description":"\u003cp\u003e＊＊Please read 1–6 before ordering＊＊＊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e1. Reservation Period\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 12:00 noon Japan time on Thursday, October 1, 2026\u003cbr\u003eto 12:00 noon Japan time on Wednesday, October 28, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e2. This is a “Pre-order” page.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease select the product you would like to reserve, click the “Add to Cart” button, and proceed to the payment page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you order Shimekazari during the reservation period above, you will receive a 5% discount on all Shimekazari items as a special pre-order benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the Shimekazari items to your shopping cart and proceed to the payment page. The 5% discounted price will be displayed there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e3. Payment is required in advance.\u003cbr\u003ePlease pay for the product when you make your reservation, not when the product is delivered.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can use various payment methods, except Cash on Delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you select Cash on Delivery, we will change the payment method to a bank transfer to Japan Post Bank and contact you again with the payment details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e4. We cannot accept cancellations after payment has been made.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease do not cancel your reservation after payment has been made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e5. You can also order regular items together with Shimekazari pre-order items.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you order and pay for Shimekazari pre-order items and regular items at the same time, regular items will be shipped within 3–7 business days, and Shimekazari will be delivered from late November onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the items will be shipped at different times, shipping fees would normally be charged twice. However, as a special benefit for ordering pre-order items and regular items together, the shipping fee for the regular items will be free of charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease feel free to take advantage of this offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e※You will only be charged one shipping fee for the Shimekazari pre-order items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e※Direct shipping items are excluded from this offer and require a separate shipping fee.\u003cbr\u003eIf you order direct shipping items together with your shimekazari pre-order, an additional shipping fee will be charged separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e※This benefit is available for domestic shipping within Japan only.\u003cbr\u003eFor overseas deliveries, we will charge shipping fees for two shipments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e6. The products listed here will be shipped in order from late November.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;Delivery in Japan only\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003eWe only accept time-specific requests.\u003cbr\u003eWe do not accept date-specific requests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0211.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15275\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Shimekazari known as a “Kōjin” decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is based on Gobō-jime, in which rice straw is twisted into a straight rope of even thickness.\u003cbr\u003eIt is traditionally displayed as an offering to Kōjin-sama, a deity associated with the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe makers themselves are not certain why one end is turned sharply upward.\u003cbr\u003eSince it is similar in both size and construction to a small Gobō-jime, \u003cbr\u003ethey believe this shape may have developed as a way to distinguish the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey also note that some imported Kōjin decorations do not have this raised end, \u003cbr\u003eas the shape can make them more difficult to pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall Gobō-jime are also commonly displayed on kamidana aboard boats, and the makers receive many orders for this use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0212-2-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15276 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Shimekazari is a traditional New Year’s ornament made of rice straw, displayed indoors or outdoors to welcome the Toshigami deity at the start of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shimekazari introduced here is crafted mainly in Edogawa, Tokyo, using rice straw harvested in the surrounding regions, including Tsukuba in Ibaraki and Narita in Chiba Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_6223-1-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17019 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rice straw used is harvested before the grains have fully ripened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_6226-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17021 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe harvest takes place around August, during the height of summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince it becomes too hot to work during the day, the process begins early in the morning while it is still cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cut rice straw is then carefully dried over time and stored in a cool, shaded place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_6212-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17020\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe harvested rice straw is stacked in a cooled storage room, waiting for its turn to be crafted.\u003cbr\u003eEven just looking at the material itself, one can feel a sense of life, strength, and vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shimekazari introduced here features beautifully uniform and powerful hand-twisted straw rope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_275.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_275.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28234\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eWhen exposed to sunlight, the straw quickly loses its green color. When stored away from direct sunlight, it retains its fresh green appearance, as shown here.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_276.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_276.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28235\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eLike Gobō-jime, Kōjin decorations have two sections called the “Moto” and the “Ura.” This part is called the “Moto,” the base area where the straw begins. It is generally displayed with the Moto positioned on the right when facing it, although this may vary by region or household.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_272.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_272.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28239\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the “Ura” side, the tip end of the straw.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_278.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_278.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28236\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe section near the Ura is particularly difficult to shape, as it needs to be turned sharply upward.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_273.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_273.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28240\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe makers say this is one of the areas that requires particular care to achieve a clean, well-balanced shape.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_277.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_277.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28237\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis thicker section is called the “Nami,” or “wave.” There are two directions for twisting straw rope: right-twist and left-twist, and this one is left-twisted. Shimenawa used for sacred or ritual purposes are traditionally made with a left-twist, although right-twisted ropes may also be used depending on the region or the maker.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_274.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_274.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28238\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eFour shide paper streamers are included. Kōjin decorations are often displayed with three shide, so you can keep the remaining one as a spare.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_271.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/211101_271.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28243\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eOpen the Nami section gently with your fingers and insert the shide between the strands of the rope. Please see the video below for how to attach it.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0208-2.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0208-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16160\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0218-3.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0218-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16154\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eMany Kōjin decorations are displayed with paper streamers called shide. It is said that the straw rope represents clouds, while the shide represents lightning. Because lightning often appears during the season when rice ripens, it has long been regarded as sacred.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GAc_CgnOt78?feature=oembed\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease see this video for instructions on how to attach the shide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0219-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16156\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep your Shimekazari in good condition,\u003cbr\u003eplease open the package promptly upon arrival and do not leave it stored inside the cardboard box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are not going to display it right away, store it indoors in a cool place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter use, it may be taken to a Shinto shrine for disposal, or treated as burnable household waste.\u003cbr\u003eIf disposing as waste, please be sure to follow your local municipality’s guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Shimekazari traditionally displayed in the kitchen.\u003cbr\u003eWelcome the New Year with a Kōjin decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0218-3-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16162\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e＊＊Please read the following information carefully before making your reservation.＊＊\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShimekazari reserved through this page will be shipped in order from late November.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShimekazari cannot be returned or exchanged for any reason, except in the case of defective items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Defective items” refers to items that are clearly damaged when they arrive.\u003cbr\u003eWe take great care when inspecting each item before shipping,\u003cbr\u003ebut in the unlikely event that you receive a defective item, please contact us within 3 days of delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will replace defective items whenever possible.\u003cbr\u003eHowever, depending on the availability of materials or the circumstances of the maker,\u003cbr\u003ewe may not be able to provide a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are also unable to accept returns or exchanges if you contact us 4 days or more after delivery.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be aware of this in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis item ships from Japan.\u003cbr\u003eAs the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country.\u003cbr\u003eThese costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost.\u003cbr\u003ePlease check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45205046362261,"sku":"250924-1","price":1870.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/9799\/0549\/files\/DSC_0208-2.jpg?v=1741835730","url":"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/products\/250924-1","provider":"市川籠店 | 1basketry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}