Shimoura Bentenkai - Upcycled Vintage Noren Curtains, D
A one-of-a-kind Noren crafted from vintage Nobori flags, traditionally displayed in the Amakusa area of Japan to celebrate the birth of a boy. These flags were left forgotten in the garage of local residents until a group of craftspeopole from the Shimoura Bentenkai (who make clay dolls) had an idea to turn them into something new.
Now, you can hang and enjoy a piece of history in your room!
- Approximate measurements: overall 28.2"W x 36"L
- Material: Vintage cotton, upcycled Japanese 'Nobori" flags.
- Care instruction: Wash in cold, hang dry recommended.
Story:
Shimoura-benten-kai has started in 2013 as a group to support local businesses and traditional techniques to create the dolls. This small town in Amakusa used to be a well known place for clay dolls and has more than 300 years of history. Unfortunately most craftsman have retired but recently a few number of women have volunteered to learn the techniques to create dolls and carry on the tradition.