Soft, simple, and full of possibilities
I’m so excited to introduce a new collection of cotton furoshiki wrapping cloths—now available in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
If you’re not familiar with furoshiki, they’re traditional Japanese square cloths used for wrapping, carrying, covering, and gifting. But beyond tradition, they’re simply beautiful, practical everyday tools. Once you start using them, you’ll find new ways to bring them into your daily routine—whether to carry your lunch, wrap up a gift, organize your travel bag, or add a soft pop of color to a table.
Here is our How to Furoshiki page to learn some of the ways to wrap stuff up.
A Size for Every Occasion
Small (Handkerchief Size)
Perfect for wrapping a bento box, carrying a snack, or using as a handkerchief. The four playful designs in this size—like Mini Tomato and Sunny Side-Up—were so fun to photograph, I found myself saying “So cuuuuute!” more times than I’d like to admit.
Medium
A wonderfully versatile size that works well as a reusable gift wrap, lunch bag, table topper, scarf, or packing cloth. It’s lightweight but durable, and folds down small—great for travel or everyday errands.
Large
Roomy enough to wrap two wine bottles, tie into a bag, or use as a tablecloth or oversized scarf. I like taking one on trips to separate clean and worn clothes in my suitcase or create an extra tote when I need one.
A New Brand We Love
We’re also happy to introduce a new brand to okappa houseware: Kamawanu, a Tokyo-based company known for its beautiful hand-printed textiles. Many of you already love our furoshiki from Musubi, which continue to be popular with customers. Kamawanu’s furoshiki offer a different texture—especially in the medium and large sizes, which are noticeably lighter and airier. It’s a lovely contrast, and both bring their own charm depending on how you plan to use them.
Beautiful Craftsmanship
These furoshiki are made from soft, airy cotton that gets fluffier with every wash. The patterns of small size ones are hand-printed using a traditional method called tenassen, a technique still practiced by skilled artisans in Japan today. The result is a cloth that feels warm, personal, and a little different from mass-produced prints—each one has subtle character and charm.
A Thoughtful Alternative
Furoshiki can be washed and reused again and again, making them a wonderful alternative to disposable bags or wrapping paper. They're not just practical—they invite us to slow down and add a bit of care to the way we carry and give things.
Take a Look
Each size is available in a few fun designs, and you can see them all on the site. I hope you find one (or a few) you love using.
And if you’re curious how to wrap or tie one, check out our [How to Furoshiki] page for simple tutorials and ideas.