{"title":"Otsukimi Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe moon visible on the night of August 15th of the lunar calendar, known as the 'Mid-Autumn Moon,' will be on October 10th in 2025. Even today, it is celebrated as the 'Harvest Moon,' with the tradition of offering pampas grass and dumplings while admiring the moon. Because taro is harvested around this time, it is also called 'Imo Meigetsu' (Potato Harvest Moon).\u003cbr\u003eIn Japan, there is also a custom of viewing the moon on the night of September 13th of the lunar calendar, known as the 'Thirteenth Night.' The moon on the Thirteenth Night is slightly waning before becoming a full moon and is considered the second most beautiful moon after the full moon. Beans and chestnuts, which are harvested around this time, are offered to the moon. In 2025, the Thirteenth Night will be on November 2nd.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"furoshiki-chojujinbutsugiga-s","title":"Furoshiki - Reversible Choju-Giga Animal Scroll (Small, 48cm)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe birds and beast figures caricature is said to be the father of caricature cartoons.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts attention is drawn from its rich depiction power, skillfulness of expressive lines.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnthropomorphized rabbits, monkeys and frogs as if they were incarnations of those days.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe animals jump out from the wrapping cloth even after 800 years they breath out those ancient times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoju-Jinbutsu-Giga :\u003cbr\u003eThe national treasure Choju-Jinbutsu-Giga is in the form of a picture book; rendered in black ink paint; it is currently stored at the Kozan-ji temple in Kyoto.\u003cbr\u003eThe contents depict animals and people together showing the society of those ancient days.\u003cbr\u003eThe current configuration consists of 4 volumes called A, B, C, D.\u003cbr\u003eThe most famous panel is the story told by playful anthropomorphized rabbits, frogs, monkeys, etc.,\u003cbr\u003eThey engage in water play, gambling, sumo wrestling, legal proceedings, quarrels and other curious scenes.\u003cbr\u003eThe theory is that the artist used these drawings to satirize human and contemporary societal mores of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions : 48 x 48 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight : 46g\u003cbr\u003eMaterial : 100% cotton\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamada-Seni","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47270322864459,"sku":"200020827101","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/Furoshiki_ChojuJinbutsuGiga_S2.png?v=1759239144"},{"product_id":"furoshiki-rayonchirimen-rabbits","title":"Furoshiki - Rayon Chirimen, Rabbits (Medium, 70cm)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design pairs rabbits with autumn grasses—an elegant and poetic motif in Japanese tradition. 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It is wrinkle-resistant, slightly stretchy, and easy to tie—making it perfect for wrapping wine bottles and other elegant gifts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions : 68 x 68 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight : 90g\u003cbr\u003eMaterial : 100% Rayon\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamada-Seni","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47279570813259,"sku":"200080120204","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/Furoshiki_rayon_chirimen_Rabbit_M1.jpg?v=1759238935"},{"product_id":"tenugui-rabbitandmoon","title":"Tenugui (Rabbit and Moon)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you look at the full moon, what kind of pattern do you see in your country? In Japan, people imagined that the pattern on the moon depicted a rabbit making mochi (rice cakes). In Europe, depending on the region, people see different things, such as a crab with large claws, an old woman reading a book, a man carrying firewood, or the profile of a woman. It’s interesting how perceptions vary so much from country to country and region to region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn is the season when the air is clear, and the moon appears most beautiful. On the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, the Tsukimi (Mid-Autumn Festival) is held, where people admire the moon, offer autumn harvests, and express their gratitude for the season's bounty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy simply inserting this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chidori-japan.com\/products\/rod-for-tenugui-tapestries\" title=\"Rod for Tenugui Tapestries\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erod\u003c\/a\u003e into the top and bottom of a tenugui, you can easily create a tapestry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Todaya-shoten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50290085364043,"sku":"100150000258","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/tenugui_tsukiniusagi3.jpg?v=1759238031"},{"product_id":"washi-silvergrass","title":"Washi Paper Japanese Silver Grass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Washi paper Japanese Silver Grass is perfect for Tsukimi (moon-viewing) offerings, autumn interior decor, and seasonal decorations. The stems, leaves, and tips have wire cores, allowing you to bend and shape them to suit your display. Made of washi, these decorations are easy to care for and can be reused multiple times. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair them with 'Washi paper ornament (Moon-Viewing Dumplings)', to create a more vibrant and festive moon-viewing scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Height approximately 45 cm\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medetaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50309591073099,"sku":"300632097295","price":15.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/washi_susuki.png?v=1759237991"},{"product_id":"washi-otsukimidango","title":"Washi paper ornament (Moon-Viewing Dumplings)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japan, where rice is a staple food and rice culture is deeply rooted, mochi and dango are indispensable for traditional events. During Tsukimi (moon-viewing), moon-viewing dumplings (tsukimi dango) are offered to give thanks for the harvest and to pray for a good yield of crops yet to be harvested. The round moon-viewing dumplings symbolize the full moon. When offering them, place 15 dumplings (or 5, or the number corresponding to the full moons of the year) on a tray or plate lined with white paper, in reference to the fifteenth night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair them with 'Washi Paper Japanese Silver Grass' to create a more festive moon-viewing display. These are perfect as offerings for Tsukimi, as well as for autumn interior decor and seasonal decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Width 12.0 × Depth 12.0 × Height 9.0 cm\u003cbr\u003eDiameter of each dumpling: 3.0 cm\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medetaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50309707333963,"sku":"300632097293","price":24.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/washi_otsukimidango1.png?v=1759237978"},{"product_id":"miniature-ornament-rabbit-in-moonlitnight","title":"Miniature ornament (Rabbit in the Moonlit Night)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small, palm-sized set features a white rabbit gazing at the full moon of the fifteenth night while composing a poem, along with a lit candle holder and a red felt mat. The background card is designed with a cut-out depicting a round window through which you can glimpse the autumn moonlit night. This set is perfect for Tsukimi (moon-viewing) offerings, autumn interior decor, and seasonal decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with 'Miniature ornament (Moon-Viewing Dumplings)' or 'Miniature ornament (Moon-Viewing Decorations)' to create a more lively and festive moon-viewing scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Rabbit - Width 6.0 × Depth 4.0 × Height 5.5 cm, Candle Holder - Width 2.0 × Depth 2.0 × Height 7.0 cm\u003cbr\u003eContents: Rabbit, Candle Holder, Mat\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medetaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50312335556939,"sku":"300634000000","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/washi_tsukiyonousagi_fc67691e-7791-442f-8c1c-23c5cec15497.png?v=1759237965"},{"product_id":"miniature-ornament-rabbit-makingmochi","title":"Miniature ornament (Rabbit Making Mochi)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tiny rabbit, about the size of a thumb, is accompanied by a Japanese mortar and pestle (Usu and Kine) for pounding mochi, set against a backdrop of a round, plump full moon. 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It is perfect for Tsukimi offerings, autumn interior decor, and seasonal decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with 'Miniature ornament (Moon-Viewing Dumplings)' or 'Miniature ornament (Moon-Viewing Decorations)' to create a more lively and festive moon-viewing scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContents: Rabbit, Moon Background, Usu and Kine\u003cbr\u003eSize: Rabbit - Height 4.0 cm; Moon Background - Width 7.0 × Depth 5.0 × Height 8.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medetaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50312396407115,"sku":"300634000025","price":14.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/washi_usaginomochitsuki1.png?v=1759237958"},{"product_id":"miniature-ornament-moon-viewing-dumplings","title":"Miniature ornament (Moon-Viewing Dumplings)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small moon-viewing decoration, made of washi paper, fits perfectly in the palm of your hand. The set includes two pieces: 15 tiny moon-viewing dumplings, each as small as a bean, and a vase with Japanese silver grass (susuki) and bellflowers (kikyo). Each piece is carefully handcrafted by layering washi paper.\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy the tranquil moon-viewing nights of the Mid-Autumn Festival (Tsukimi) on August 15th of the lunar calendar and the Thirteenth Night on September 13th of the lunar calendar, with the soothing autumn breeze and the sounds of autumn insects. 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This set includes autumn harvest offerings for the Mid-Autumn Festival and the Thirteenth Night, along with a rabbit-shaped mochi and a candle holder to enjoy the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with 'Miniature ornament (Rabbit in the Moonlit Night)' or 'Miniature ornament (Moon-Viewing Dumplings)' to create an even more festive moon-viewing display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Candle holder - Width 4.0 × Height 4.5 cm,  Plate - Diameter 5.0 cm\u003cbr\u003eContents: 2 persimmons, 2 taro, 1 pear, 1 sweet potato, 1 rabbit-shaped mochi, 2 types of leaves\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medetaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50312462893387,"sku":"300634000031","price":14.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/washi_mini_otsukimikazari1.png?v=1759237940"},{"product_id":"folding-screen-moonlitnight","title":"Folding Screen (Moonlit Night)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival, a full moon peeks out from behind thin clouds. 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The autumn theme features a full moon of the Mid-Autumn Festival, pampas grass swaying in the wind, and a rabbit gazing up at the moon in a meadow with autumn flowers. This moon-viewing scene is condensed into a compact hanging scroll, roughly A4 in size. 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With these words left behind, Princess Kaguya returned to the moon on the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival. 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