3 Oak leaves kamon (family crest).
Oak leaves were considered sacred since ancient
times as they were used as vessels for holding
offerings to the gods. In addition, because it
does not shed its leaves until new buds appear
in spring, it was loved by court nobles and
samurai families as a symbol of ``uninterrupted
generation and continuity of the family,'' and
it came to be used as a family crest for its
religious meaning and wish for the prosperity
of descendants.
Noren is a rectangular tapestry with a slit in the middle and a slot at the top for a rod (often bamboo rod). This one does not have a slit but you can cut it vertically in the middle by scissors.
Noren has been in Japanese households and shops for a very long time. Noren was originally hang at the entrance way to guard against the sun, wind, dust, and nosey neighbors. Now days, Noren is used to provide shade and privacy at doorways and windows. They are commonly used in restaurants and shops as well. You can also use is as a wall art.
85cm x 150cm = 33.5"x59". 100% Polyester.
